Warrenpoint is a quiet seaside port in County Down, near Carlingford Lough, ideal for accessing the Mourne Mountains or Giants Causeway excursions via tender;
- SeaDream II will be visiting Warrenpoint on September 4, with 112 passenger capacity.
Shore options
These are the most commonly offered and popular options, typically arranged through cruise lines or local operators (such as private guides, small-group coaches, or boat companies) with guaranteed return to the ship. They focus on scenic landscapes, coastal beauty, and regional heritage, as Warrenpoint is a quiet seaside town with limited large-scale attractions directly in port.
- Mourne Mountains Scenic Drive and Views: A full-day or half-day coach or private vehicle tour into the dramatic Mourne Mountains (inspiration for C.S. Lewis’s Narnia), featuring panoramic viewpoints, mountain passes, reservoirs like Silent Valley, and stops for photos of the iconic peaks and valleys.
- Carlingford Lough Boat Tour or Coastal Cruise: A relaxing boat excursion on Carlingford Lough, offering views of the lough’s waters, surrounding mountains (Mournes on one side, Cooley on the other), wildlife (birds, seals), and commentary on maritime history, often with a gentle cruise past Narrow Water Castle or nearby islands.
- Narrow Water Castle and Lough Exploration: A short half-day trip to the nearby 16th-century Narrow Water Castle (a picturesque tower house overlooking the lough), combined with scenic walks or drives along the shoreline, highlighting local history and the border area’s unique setting.
- Mourne Mountains Walking or Hiking Experience: A guided low-to-moderate activity excursion into the Mournes for easy trails or viewpoints, with opportunities to see heather-covered hills, stone walls, and sweeping coastal vistas, suitable for nature lovers seeking fresh air and scenery.
- Warrenpoint Promenade and Local Exploration: A gentle, independent-style half-day option staying close to the tender landing, including a stroll along the scenic promenade with views over the lough and mountains, visits to local shops, cafés, or the seaside park for a relaxed taste of the town’s peaceful charm.
- Private or Small-Group Custom Tour: Flexible full-day private excursions (by vehicle) tailored to interests, such as combining Mourne drives with stops at nearby villages, golf at Warrenpoint Golf Club (a scenic links course), or hidden coastal spots for a personalised experience of County Down.
These excursions highlight Warrenpoint’s serene location between sea and mountains, with many involving coach or boat transfers after tendering to shore. Full-day tours to the Mournes are especially popular for accessing the area’s natural beauty. Independent options like local taxis or promenade walks suit shorter visits, but organised tours ensure timely return to the ship. Availability depends on weather (often changeable in the Mournes area), tendering times, and ship schedules, with smaller expedition-style ships common here.
Ireland’s cruise ship ports
Aran Islands – Bangor – Bantry – Belfast – Cork – Derry – Dingle – Donegal – Dublin – Dún Laoghaire – Foynes – Galway – Killybegs – Larne – Rathlin – Tory Island – Warrenpoint – Waterford
Attractions
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County-by-county
Antrim – Armagh – Carlow – Cavan – Clare – Cork – Derry – Donegal – Down – Dublin – Fermanagh – Galway – Kerry – Kildare – Kilkenny – Laois – Leitrim – Limerick – Longford – Louth – Mayo – Meath – Monaghan – Offaly – Roscommon – Sligo – Tipperary – Tyrone – Waterford – Westmeath – Wexford – Wicklow
