Tourist Information Centres
Every Cornwall TIC and Visitor Information Point with address, phone, and what to expect when you walk in.
Cornwall has 18 Tourist Information Centres, run by a mix of councils, volunteer groups, and the National Trust. They remain the fastest way to get local advice from someone who knows the area - and most still have free paper maps, bus timetables, and recommendations that no app captures.
Full directory
| Town | Address | Phone | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boscastle | The Harbour, Boscastle PL35 0HD | 01840 250010 | Inside the National Trust shop on the harbour. Open year-round. |
| Bude | The Crescent Car Park, Bude EX23 8LE | 01288 354240 | Central, beside the main long-stay car park. |
| Falmouth | Prince of Wales Pier, Falmouth TR11 3DF | 01326 312300 | On the harbourfront pier - close to the St Mawes ferry pickup. |
| Fowey | Online only | - | Local information available at South Street council office and the Fowey Estuary visitor portal. |
| Launceston | White Hart Arcade, Broad Street, Launceston PL15 8AA | 01566 772321 | In the historic arcade just off the main square. |
| Liskeard | Foresters Hall, Pike Street, Liskeard PL14 3JE | 01579 349148 | Volunteer-run, reduced hours in winter. |
| Looe | Looe Community Hub, Millpool Car Park, Looe PL13 1AF | 01503 262072 | Combined with the community hub - useful for everything from boat trips to bus times. |
| Lostwithiel | Community Centre, Pleyber Christ Way, Lostwithiel PL22 0HA | 01208 872207 | Volunteer-run; check open hours by phone. |
| Newquay | Municipal Buildings, Marcus Hill, Newquay TR7 1BD | 01637 854020 | Beside the bus station - convenient if arriving by coach. |
| Padstow | The Mariner's Clock Building, South Quay, Padstow PL28 8BL | 01841 533449 | On the harbour. The clock tower is the obvious landmark. Often busy in summer. |
| Penzance | National Trust Welcome Centre, Station Road, Penzance TR18 2NF | 01736 335530 | Inside the National Trust building opposite the railway station. |
| Perranporth | Westcott House, St Piran's Road, Perranporth TR6 0BH | 01872 575254 | Volunteer-run, summer-heavy hours. |
| Redruth | Civic Centre, Alma Place, Redruth TR15 2DA | 01209 210038 | In the civic centre; useful for mining heritage trail enquiries. |
| St Austell | Train Station, Station Approach, St Austell PL25 4LA | 01726 63513 | In the train station building - convenient for Eden Project visitors arriving by rail. |
| St Ives | St Ives Library, Gabriel Street, St Ives TR26 2LS | 01736 796297 | Inside the library, a 5-minute walk from the harbour. |
| St Mawes (and the Roseland) | Millennium Rooms, The Square, St Mawes TR2 5AG | 01326 270440 | Volunteer-run; the only point on the Roseland. |
| Sennen Cove | The Old Boathouse, Sennen Cove TR19 7DF | 01736 871215 | On the slipway above the beach. Summer only. |
| Truro | 30 Boscawen Street, Truro TR1 2QQ | 01872 274555 | Central, on the main shopping street. Busiest TIC in Cornwall. |
Opening hours
Hours vary by season and by site. The general pattern:
- Year-round centres (Truro, Padstow, Penzance, Falmouth, Bude, Newquay) - typically Monday to Saturday 09:30-17:00 in summer, reducing to 10:00-16:00 in winter, often closed Sundays.
- Seasonal centres (Sennen, Perranporth, smaller volunteer sites) - open Easter to October only, often weekends-heavy.
- Library and community-hub TICs (St Ives, Looe, Lostwithiel) - follow the host venue\'s hours.
Always phone ahead before relying on a specific TIC, especially between November and Easter.
Online tourist information
Several towns have moved to online-only tourism information, alongside or replacing physical centres:
- Visit Cornwall (visitcornwall.com) - the official tourism board website. Best one-stop for cross-county information.
- Visit Newquay (visitnewquay.org) - Newquay BID-run.
- Visit Truro (visittruro.org.uk) - city-specific.
- Visit St Ives (visitstivescornwall.co.uk).
- Falmouth Bay (falmouth.co.uk) - Falmouth and surrounding villages.
- Visit Padstow (padstowlive.com) - the local town council site.
- Visit Bude (visitbude.info) - the local information service.
- Fal River Cornwall (falriver.co.uk) - the Roseland, Fal estuary, and Helford.
Visitor Information Points
In addition to formal TICs, around 30 Cornish villages have Visitor Information Points - usually a leaflet rack and a noticeboard inside a council office, post office, library, or community centre. They are not staffed by tourism specialists but stock the same maps and guides. Look for the white "i" on a green or blue background.
Major Information Points include:
- Marazion - inside Marazion Town Council, the Square
- Tintagel - the Visitor Centre on Bossiney Road
- Mevagissey - in the harbour office
- Polperro - the Polperro Heritage Museum
- Helston - the Folk Museum on Church Street
- Hayle - in the Heritage Centre at the Foundry
- Camelford - in the British Cycling Museum
If the TIC is closed
Most Cornish hotels, B&Bs, and large pubs stock the standard tourist information leaflets and will happily answer questions. Cottage owners and holiday park reception desks are often more useful than seasonal TICs. National Trust visitor centres at Lanhydrock, Trelissick, Glendurgan, and Bedruthan also act as informal information points for the surrounding area.
FAQs
Are Cornwall Tourist Information Centres free?
Yes. All TICs are free to enter and free to use. Most sell maps, guidebooks, walking books, gifts, and event tickets to fund operations, but advice is free.
What can I get from a Cornwall TIC?
Local maps, walking and cycling routes, bus and ferry timetables, accommodation availability advice, event tickets, parking information, weather and tide times, and personalised "what to do today" recommendations from staff who know the area. Many also sell National Trust and English Heritage memberships.
Are TICs open in winter?
It varies. Truro, Penzance, Padstow, Newquay, Falmouth, and Bude are open year-round, often with reduced winter hours. Smaller volunteer-run centres (Sennen, Perranporth, Boscastle) may close in winter or open weekends only. Always phone ahead between November and Easter.
Do TICs book accommodation?
Most no longer take direct bookings since the move to online platforms. They will help you find a place to stay, suggest options for your budget, and check availability with local providers. For peak summer arrivals without a booking, they remain valuable - many know which guesthouses have last-minute cancellations.
What if there's no TIC where I am?
Most Cornish towns without a formal TIC have a Visitor Information Point - usually inside a town council office, library, or community centre. Tourist information leaflets are also stocked at most cafes, hotels, and pubs in any visitor area. The Cornwall Council website at cornwall.gov.uk lists current information points.
Last reviewed 2026-04-30. TICs open, close, and move location regularly. Phone numbers and addresses change. Always confirm with the centre or check the Visit Cornwall website before relying on a specific location.