Written by As mentioned in the last article Warrenpoint is a small town just a few miles away from Newry. The fact that it’s just a 5 minute drive down a dual carriageway means it’s an appealing option for anyone who is thinking about booking a hotel near Newry. One of the best things about Warrenpoint is its compact nature so unlike Newry you don’t have to fight across traffic during the day to get to the main attractions.
I do have to mention that Warrenpoint isn’t exactly packed with tourist attractions but its main attraction is its many bars and restaurants. In my opinion its offers a much better level of nightlife than Newry, indeed there are many Newry residents who come to Warrenpoint for a night out. A few of the main bars are:
- The Marine Tavern
- Jack Ryans
- The Balmoral
- Shenanigans pub
The Marine is mainly a disco and caters to a younger crowd while the other bars/pubs will be more diverse. Also one big attraction of the pubs is the live music as there are many great bands playing around the Warrenpoint area, there will be everything from Traditional Irish folk to rock music, so there should be something for everyone.
As mentioned one of the main benefits of the town is the smaller size so you’re not going to have any problems getting back to your hotel. However it isn’t all nightlife as I mentioned in my last post the town has some great views of Carlingford Lough. While it may be too cold for some there are water sports activities available in the summer through east coast adventure, they provide activities like wind-surfing, banana boating and canoeing for the more adventurous tourist.
So that’s it for things to do in Warrenpoint, as you can see it really is a great alternative for anyone who is coming to the Newry area.
