What to do and see in Cornwall, England: The Best Visitor Centers

Visit the official Information Centre in Bodmin, Cornwall, for things to do, events, tickets, travel, locally produced gifts and much more... Situated in the Shire Hall, our building is fascinating in its own right...the Information Centre is based inside what was a former Assize Court...many of the original features can still be seen including the Judge’s Bench and the Jury Box...and you can’t help but wonder how it would have been in Victorian times, when the Shire Hall was built. The Information Centre staff are very friendly and love to help; it is a multi award winning service, and the staff want to ensure you receive platinum service. :) So do come in and see us. We’d love to welcome you to Bodmin.

The best place to start your visit to Cornwall for travel information, maps and guides.

Whatever you are looking for on your visit to Bude, our Tourist Information Centre is an excellent first stop. Our friendly staff and many resources can help you get more from your trip, while we also sell both refreshments and a range of books and gifts. Located on The Crescent, with easy parking right next to the town centre and beaches, Bude TIC has a wide range of services and goods to offer, including: Books, guides, maps and leaflets detailing local walks, history and more. Gifts, souvenirs and Cornish confectionery. Local artwork and heritage exhibits. All the information you need on local attractions, day trips and transport. Bookings taken for local guided walks and tours. Local event listings and discount vouchers Most importantly, free accommodation bookings.

With the help of a generous grant from the Heritage Lottery Fund, Trinity House renovated the Engine Room at Lizard Lighthouse, retaining some of the old engines. It now also features new exhibition material, an audio visual room and a number of interactive displays. The Lizard Lighthouse Heritage Centre was officially opened in 2009 by HRH The Princess Royal. The distinctive twin towers of Lizard Lighthouse mark the most southerly point of mainland Britain. See displays depicting Trinity House's history, housed in the original engine room. It was commissioned in 1752. For over 250 years, the lighthouse has provided a welcoming landfall light to vessels crossing the Atlantic Ocean. Tours of Lizard Lighthouse are organised under licence from the Corporation of Trinity House.

The Fal River Visitor Information Centre on the Prince of Wales Pier in Falmouth is open seven days a week in the summer and six days a week in the winter. Pop in and see us for lots of friendly advice and to pick up your tickets, guides and maps before you set out to explore the river. We really want to help you make the most of your visit to Falmouth and the Fal River. From what to see and where to stay, we have the answer to your questions. We specialise in helping create the perfect itinerary for your visit and look forward to seeing you down on the pier soon.

Tourist/Visitor Centre

The National Lobster Hatchery is a conservation, education and research charity based in Padstow, Cornwall. We exist primarily to help conserve the vulnerable lobster populations and preserve the coastal marine bio-diversity of Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. We have a visitor centre which offers a unique window into our lobster hatchery and has a wealth of information about these amazing creatures, the fishery and the importance of a sustainable fishery. Come and see our baby and giant lobsters. Are you brave enough to put your hand in our eel cave? The Visitor Centre is open everyday (except Christmas Day) from 10am but closing times vary. Please check our website for confirmation.

Tourist information for St Mawes and the Roseland.