Port Isaac: Doc Martin Walking Tour Filming Locations

Summary

Doc Martin filming locations walk in Port Isaac village

You’ll wander Port Isaac’s narrow lanes with a local guide, spot familiar Doc Martin filming locations up close, and hear stories both from the show and real village life. Expect laughter, sea air, and those little details you only notice when you’re walking slow enough to take them in.

What’s the experience like?

We were already halfway up one of those steep little lanes in Port Isaac when our guide — a local who seemed to know everyone — waved at a fisherman hauling nets. “That’s the house they use for Louisa’s school,” she said, pointing at a whitewashed cottage with a blue door. I’d watched Doc Martin for years but never realized how close everything was; you could almost touch the places from the show, and honestly, it smelled like seaweed and pasties everywhere. My shoes slipped on the cobbles more than once (should’ve worn better soles), but nobody minded.

The group was small, maybe eight of us, so it felt more like wandering with friends than anything official. Our guide had this habit of pausing mid-sentence whenever someone local passed by — they’d nod or throw a quick “alright?” in that Cornish way. She told us about filming days when the village would fill up with cameras and crew, and how sometimes locals ended up as extras just because they happened to be there. I didn’t expect to laugh so much; someone tried to imitate Martin Clunes’ grumpy face and nearly tripped over a cat sunning itself on a wall. The cat didn’t care.

I still think about the view from outside Doc’s surgery — that salty wind off the harbour, gulls screeching overhead, paint peeling on old boats below. It wasn’t all about TV trivia either; we got stories about real village life too, like which pub actually serves decent fish pie (I wrote it down somewhere). The tour finished back near the slipway but nobody rushed off right away. We stood around chatting until the tide started creeping in — funny how quickly you settle into the slow rhythm here.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Guided walking tour of Port Isaac

• Meet guide in Port Isaac
• Walk through coastal village
• Visit Doc Martin filming locations
• Complete 90-minute guided tour

Top questions

How long is the Doc Martin tour in Port Isaac?

The guided walking tour lasts approximately 90 minutes.

Is this tour suitable for children?

Yes, children can join but must be accompanied by an adult.

Are service animals allowed on this walking tour?

Yes, service animals are allowed during the tour.

Is there a fitness requirement for this Port Isaac walking tour?

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness due to hills and cobblestones.

Does the Doc Martin tour include hotel pickup?

No, hotel pickup is not included; you meet your guide in Port Isaac.

Who leads the Doc Martin filming locations walk?

A local guide leads the walking tour through Port Isaac.

Are pregnant travelers recommended to join this tour?

No, this tour is not recommended for pregnant travelers due to uneven terrain.

What’s included

Your day includes a friendly guided walk through Port Isaac’s famous Doc Martin filming locations with a knowledgeable local leading the way—just bring comfy shoes and curiosity along for the stroll.