A majestic day out, whatever the weather
Come rain or shine, there is always something to do in the castle, grounds and eating spots at Hillsborough Castle and Gardens.
Discover Northern Ireland's royal residence
Discover Northern Ireland's royal residence
Spend a day exploring 100 acres of stunning gardens. Book a tour of the Georgian house built by Wills Hill, which is still in use as a Royal residence in Northern Ireland.
Monday - Sunday: 09:30 - 18:00
Last admission: 17:00
Please check for information on closures and notices.
Explore 100 acres of stunning gardens.
Entry to Hillsborough Castle is by guided castle tour only.
Combined castle tour and gardens ticket prices (no donation):
Hillsborough Castle and Gardens, The Square, Hillsborough
BT26 6AG
For free on-site parking, please follow the brown tourist signs on the A1 south to our sign-posted car park entrance.
Keep the family entertained this summer with a day out at Hillsborough Castle and Gardens. Book online to save (members go free).
Come rain or shine, there is always something to do in the castle, grounds and eating spots at Hillsborough Castle and Gardens.
Discover the ornamental lawns, meandering waterways, peaceful woodlands and picturesque glens that surround Hillsborough Castle.
Open daily
Hillsborough Castle
09:30-18:00 (last admission is 17:00)
Included in all admission tickets (members go free)
Discover elegant State Rooms still used by the royal family on a guided tour of Hillsborough Castle.
Open daily
Hillsborough Castle
Included in combined castle tour and gardens tickets (members go free)
Enter the castle grounds through this 18th-century walled garden, which has been expertly restored using traditional methods.
Open daily
Hillsborough Castle
Included in all admission tickets (members go free)
Get hands-on with history in our handling collection, discover something exciting in the garden explorer’s cart and 'make and take' with the Georgians.
Selected dates in July and August
Hillsborough Castle
Included in all admission tickets (members go free)
Uncover the stories behind guests of Hillsborough Castle, on this fun tour designed with families in mind.
Until 1 September 2019
Hillsborough Castle
11:15 and 15:15
Included in combined castle tour and gardens tickets (members go free)
Join us as we uncover the hidden histories of Hillsborough Castle from a different perspective.
31 August, 28 September and 26 October
Hillsborough Castle
16:30
Included in combined castle tour and gardens tickets (members go free)
Sign up for our Hillsborough Castle and Gardens e-newsletter for the latest news, events, offers and competitions.
Sign up now
Escape to the past whenever you want when you join us today.
Enjoy unlimited adventures at our palaces, a 10% discount in our shops and cafés, and exclusive events when you become a member of Historic Royal Palaces.
We are a charity and there are several ways you can support us.
The restoration and re-presentation of Hillsborough Castle and Gardens was made possible by the National Lottery Heritage Fund,
Mark Pigott KBE KSTJ, Garfield Weston Foundation, the Clore Duffield Foundation, the Foyle Foundation, the Wolfson Foundation and other generous donors.
Volunteers support the palaces in many different ways. See what roles we have available and register your interest.
Help us to conserve these historic buildings, ensuring they are here for future generations to enjoy. We raise all our own funds and depend on your support.