Port Isaac

Port Isaac clings to the rugged north coast of Cornwall, a tangle of whitewashed cottages and narrow lanes tumbling down to a working harbour. It's tiny. It's timeless. And it's instantly familiar — this is the village that stood in for "Portwenn" in the hit TV series Doc Martin, and the home turf of the sea shanty singers the Fisherman's Friends. Beyond its screen fame, you'll find slipways slick with salt, fishing boats bobbing in the bay, and one of the narrowest thoroughfares in the country, nicknamed "Squeezy Belly Alley." Fresh seafood lands on the quay daily, the South West Coast Path threads along dramatic clifftops nearby, and the Arthurian ruins of Tintagel Castle sit just up the road.

Getting there couldn't be easier. Coach tours to Port Isaac take the stress out of Cornwall's winding country lanes, so you can sit back, soak up the scenery, and leave the driving and parking to someone else. Once you arrive, wander the cobbled streets, browse the harbourside galleries, tuck into a Cornish cream tea, or simply watch the boats come and go. Many itineraries pair Port Isaac with nearby gems like Padstow, Tintagel and Boscastle, making the most of every mile. Ready to explore this unforgettable corner of Cornwall? Compare coach holidays to Port Isaac on our site and book the trip that suits you best.