FACEBOOK visittruro TWITTER visittruro VISIT TRURO INSTAGRAM visit_truro ALL ROUTES LEAD TO TRURO Truro is easy to access by road, rail or water.

BY BUS AND TRAIN BY BOAT Truro’s bus and coach stations Fal River boat services are next to Lemon Quay, right run from Town Quay. in the heart of the city. On falriver.co.uk WHERE TO STAY the mainline between London THINGS TO DO Paddington and Penzance, Truro EVENING PARKING train station is a few minutes’ Coming to Truro for the evening, or WHAT’S ON walk from the city centre. dropping by on the way home from the beach? Most car parks are free FOOD & DRINK TAXIS or just £1.50 after 4pm. CITY SHOPPING There are two city-centre taxi ranks – Boscawen Street (next DISABLED PARKING Truro’s Great Little LATEST OFFERS to Coinage Hall) and Quay Street For free parking in Cornwall Council (short walk from Lemon Quay). Visitor Centre BUY TICKETS car parks, register in advance. BY CAR Phone: 0300 1234 222 In 2018, Truro opened the doors of its brand Opening hours: Just a short distance from the A30, new Visitor Centre on Boscawen Street. Weekdays 9.30am – 5.00pm the dual carriageway that links PARK & RIDE Home to the Visit Truro team, here you can Saturday 9.00am – 5.00pm Cornwall to the M5, driving to There are two Park & Ride find everything you need to know about Truro couldn’t be easier. locations on the outskirts of what’s on in our Great Little City and buy Find us on the city, Langarth Park (TR4 9AN) tickets for attractions and events. • A30 Eastbound to A390 and Tregurra Park (TR1 1RH). Boscawen Street • A30 Westbound to A39 The retail space is full of Cornish items or give us a call A variety of ticket options are from lifestyle to homeware, locally produced • From Falmouth, the A39 on 01872 274555 • From St Austell, the A390 available for the Park & Ride, food, drink and traditional souvenirs. from day tickets to multi-journey See map on reverse for parking. tickets. Guide dogs can travel on the service. Stay up to date with latest events and listings | visittruro.org.uk parkfortruro.org.uk Truro’s official guide | visittruro.org.uk TOP 10 WELCOME Here are our top ten tips to discover our Great Little City.

TO TRURO 1. ATTEND A CONCERT OR SERVICE AT TRURO CATHEDRAL Whether you’re a local, day-tripper, or holidaymaker, there’s something for 2. DISCOVER HISTORY AND HERITAGE everyone in Cornwall’s Great Little City. AT THE ROYAL CORNWALL MUSEUM ruro’s history and heritage stores make shopping in the city HEAD TO BOSCAWEN PARK is celebrated throughout an absolute delight. Discover 3. Tthe city. Nestled in the heart artisan keepsakes, luxury AND TAKE A STROLL BY THE RIVER of the city is Truro Cathedral, labels, beautiful homeware, one of only three cathedrals and everything else in between in the UK with three spires. as you browse the boutiques, ENJOY A PICNIC IN ONE OF TRURO’S Visitors are invited to attend markets and high street stores. 4. communions or concerts Truro hosts numerous events AWARD-WINNING PARKS AND GARDENS at the Cathedral, or simply throughout the year from park spend some time admiring the entertainment and concerts to BE INSPIRED AT THE stunning architecture. food and drink festivals. The City 5. A natural beauty, Truro of Lights and Christmas Markets SHELTERBOX VISITOR CENTRE was crowned ‘Champion of are not to be missed. Champions’ in the 2018 final There are many ways to of ‘Britain in Bloom’ and the explore this Great Little City. 6. BROWSE INDEPENDENT Parks Department at Truro City Take to the water with Enterprise BOUTIQUES AND MARKETS Council continue to work with Boats, and immerse yourself in the wider community to keep all the Area of Outstanding Beauty areas looking spectacular. surrounding the city, or book DISCOVER THE CITY FROM The collections at the Royal onto a walking tour to discover 7. Cornwall Museum tell the the unknown history behind the THE WATER WITH ENTERPRISE BOATS fascinating story of Cornwall’s cobbles of Truro. history through interactive SIP ON A COCKTAIL OR LOCAL CRAFT BEER exhibitions the whole family 8. can enjoy. One of Truro’s newest EXPLORE THE COBBLED STREETS attractions is the Visitor Centre 9. WITH A WALKING TOUR at emergency disaster relief With history, heritage, charity, ShelterBox. People of all ages are invited to interact award-winning parks, TUCK INTO A TRADITIONAL with exhibitions and activities shopping, food and drink, 10. and learn how they provide CORNISH CREAM TEA aid equipment and shelter to there’s something for families made homeless by natural disasters and conflict. everyone in Cornwall’s Truro’s blend of high street Great Little City. brands and quirky independent Cornwall has some of the best suppliers and produce in the world and you can get a taste for it, right here in Truro.

SHOPPING Whether you’re looking for the latest item for your wardrobe or some interior inspiration, Truro has a multitude of popular high street shops and unique independent stores. Bringing local produce to the heart of the city, Truro’s Farmers EAT, FOOD & DRINK HISTORY & HERITAGE ACCOMMODATION Market takes place every Saturday and Wednesday on Lemon Quay. From farm to fork, ocean to oven, Truro has a rich history waiting Truro’s central location makes The Pannier Market and EXPLORE, Truro is fantastic for foodies. to be explored. The Royal it the perfect place for a Lemon Street Market are buzzing Whether you’re looking for Institution of Cornwall was weekend break or a base for indoor communities, home to delicious street food on the go or founded in 1818 to promote exploring the rest of Cornwall. independent traders selling STAY & a gourmet restaurant experience, Cornwall’s industries and art From stylish city centre hotels everything from apples to antiques. there’s plenty of independent cafes though the creation of the Royal to countryside B&Bs, there are and restaurants serving up food to Cornwall Museum. Here visitors plenty of options in and around SHOP suit all tastes and requirements. can adventure through Cornish our Great Little City. We have FIND OUT MORE When it comes to dinner and history, view exhibitions and learn everything you need for a city For more information about Truro is the place that Cornwall drinks Truro has something for more about Cornwall’s culture. break, romantic weekend away places to eat, explore stay and everyone. Whether you prefer Completed in 1910, Truro or a relaxing family holiday. shop in Truro: comes for cafés, culture and couture. a romantic meal and cocktails Cathedral is a magnificent example Our website has plenty for two or burgers and beers of gothic revival architecture. This of suggestions for where  visitruro.org.uk Choose to visit for a day, or stay a while, with friends, the city’s bars and magnificent Cathedral is at the to stay: visittruro.org.uk/  01872 274555 you’ll find something for everyone. restaurants come alive at night. heart of Cornwall’s community and truro-accommodation  Visit the Information is a central hub for Truro events, Centre on Boscawen Street including arts, learning and music. E

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