Truro

Truro, Cornwall’s cathedral city, is the commercial and administrative centre of the county and the main shopping centre of West Cornwall. The intricate walls and Gothic spires of the Victorian cathedral soar triumphantly above the rest of the city’s low-rise surroundings. 

During the late 18th century, Truro was celebrated for its splendid architecture and today the city’s famous Lemon Street, lined with handsome symmetrical buildings in glowing Bath stone, is still considered to be one of the finest examples of a surviving Georgian street in England. At the heart of Truro is the Royal Cornwall Museum that contains informative and entertaining collections on the region’s social and cultural history. The city offers a huge variety of shops, as well as rewarding restaurants and traditional pubs. The Hall for Cornwall has a varied programme of entertainment throughout the year.

Take the chance to explore the rivers and creeks that spread south from Truro. Climb aboard a ferryboat from Truro’s town quay to Falmouth, a truly magical journey along one of the most beautiful stretches of river in the country. A new ferry landing is planned near Trelissick Gardens (National Trust), allowing you to visit these beautiful gardens from the water.