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Portmeirion

Penrhyndeudraeth, United Kingdom

Oddities

An Italian-style fantasy village built on the Welsh coast by an eccentric architect.

Nearest town
Penrhyndeudraeth, United Kingdom
Category
Roadside oddities
GPS
52.9140, -4.1000

Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.

Good to know

Best time to go

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

The most pleasant months are usually June–July. Still fine, with some compromises, in May and August–September. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)

Getting there

  • United Kingdom: Tolls on some roads, bridges or tunnels. Drive on the left. Some bridges and tunnels charge tolls.

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Nearby

Campsites nearby

  • Glan y Mor Camping ParkCampsite
    6 km from Portmeirion
    TentsCaravansDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposalDogs allowed
  • Black Rock Sands Camping & TouringCampsite
    6 km from Portmeirion
    TentsCaravansDrinking waterShowersToiletsWaste disposal
  • Cae AddaCampsite
    10 km from Portmeirion
    TentsDrinking waterShowersToiletsDogs allowed
  • Llwyn Griffri FarmCampsite
    16 km from Portmeirion
    TentsCaravansMotorhomesElectricityShowersToilets
  • Llyn Gwynant CampsiteCampsite
    16 km from Portmeirion · 1,000 pitches
    TentsCaravansElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWi-Fi
  • Tyn-Yr-Onnen Farm & CampsiteCampsite
    22 km from Portmeirion
    TentsCaravansMotorhomesElectricityDrinking waterShowersToiletsWi-Fi

All campsites in United Kingdom · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026

FAQs

Where is Portmeirion?

Portmeirion is in Penrhyndeudraeth, United Kingdom, at GPS 52.9140, -4.1000. It is about 6 km from Harlech.

Can you camp near Portmeirion?

Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Tanforhesgen, about 3 km away; within 25 km there are 138 campsites and motorhome stopovers.

Which road trips pass Portmeirion?

Portmeirion is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Wales: Brecon Beacons to Snowdonia.

What is there to see near Portmeirion?

Places worth a stop nearby: Criccieth Castle (9 km), Snowdon (Yr Wyddfa) (17 km), Caernarfon Castle (28 km) and Porthdinllaen (31 km).

When is the best time to visit Portmeirion?

The most pleasant months are usually June–July. Still fine, with some compromises, in May and August–September. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)

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