You would be excused for thinking this stunning town, radiant with charm is nestled in the heart of Tuscany. However, it lies much nearer than you'd think - situated in Gwynedd, North Wales. A rich tapestry of quaint cottages, vibrant cafes, top-tier restaurants and even a traditional Italian ice cream shop align the streets of Portmeirion.
The beautiful town, tinged with Mediterranean hues, encompasses breathtaking views, lush sub-tropical gardens, and boutique shopping . Its character-filled buildings, peppered with palms and coastline alfresco lounges make it an ideal location for a staycation on a shoestring budget . The town is steeped in history and has had its 15 minutes of fame featuring in screen hits.
One TripAdvisor reviewer lavished praise saying: "There's a definite charm about the place, even visiting on a rainy day like we did, and you'd be hard pushed to find anything else like it." Echoing those sentiments, another visitor gushed: "We were so lucky that the weather was amazing and you could almost believe you were in Italy," reports the Express . A separate guest remarked that the area was "A fantastic place and lots to do.
The grounds and gardens were beautiful. The seafront was lovely. We enjoyed coffee, ice cream and a delicious breakfast in the sun.
" Meanwhile, one mother who posts her travel recommendations on Instagram under the moniker @thetravelmum, labelled the location as "amazing". Sharing snippets of her journey, she elaborated: "Portmeirion is a .
