Porthmadog is a lovely coastal town situated on the Glaslyn Estuary in the county of Gwynedd, North Wales. Named after W.A. Maddocks whose ambitious "Cob" embankment scheme eventually, led to the town's name, is well known for its rich maritime history
and slate trade. Once a busy port and a bustling shopping town, it has now become a popular holiday destination amongst holidayers and localities. There are a plenty of
Porthmadog accommodation options which range from
self catering holiday rentals Porthmadog to
holiday cottages Porthmadog. Catering to all segments of travellers,
holiday homes in Porthmadog ensure a comfortable and delightful stay to all its guests.
Porthmadog’s pristine beaches are the ideal place to cherish the tranquility of the town and thrilling outdoor activities which include snorkeling, sailing and surfing. Along the sandy shores, you will find a good number of holiday apartments, Porthmadog, small shops and beach shacks where you can buy funky clothes, chunky jewelry, savour local delicacies and enjoy refreshing drinks while admiring the colorful vistas of sundown. Dominating the town is the Criccieth Castle, which stands majestically atop a promontory which juts dramatically out into Tremadog Bay. Built at the beginning of the 13th century, this imposing castle commands spectacular views of the sea and the nearby towns and villages. While enjoying a holiday in self catering holiday rentals Porthmadog, visit Snowdonia, which is the gateway to the country’s most breathtaking National Park covering 840 square miles of area with its purple tipped mountains and dense forests. Other attractions in and around Porthmadog include Llechwedd Slate Caverns, Brynkir Woollen Mill, Welsh Highland Railway, and Inigo Jones Slate.
Porthmadog buzzes with myriad of vibrant markets filled with numerous shopping malls, quaint shops, galleries, and designer stores. Here you can shop for almost anything that you have on your shopping list ranging from stylish clothing, exquisite jewelry, and leatherwear to wooden work, and a range of beautiful souvenirs and gift items made by local artisans. Clustered around the holiday homes in Porthmadog are countless eating joints which cater to all palates. Not only can you find good vegetarian restaurants but also a slew of eateries and fine gastronomic establishments which serve succulent world famous non-vegetarian dishes. For those who want to enjoy alcoholic beverages can bump in to the cheeky bars, pubs and nightclubs of Porthmadog which offer a great variety of alcoholic and non alcoholic drinks in a lively ambience.
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