Best hotels in Truro
Mannings Hotel Truro
82 Lemon Street, Truro, TR1 2QB
Mannings Hotel Truro combines modern comforts with historical charm, offering rooms and apartments in Grade II listed buildings. Take advantage of their central location and stroll the charming streets of Truro, before heading to their award-winning on-site restaurant for dinner.
The Alverton Hotel
Tregolls Road, Truro, TR1 1ZQ
Settle into a relaxing room out of the city centre and enjoy Truro’s surrounding beauty at The Alverton Hotel, located just off the A390. This intriguing hotel was once a convent, featuring ivy-covered walls, original arched doorways and even a bell tower – justifying its Grade II Listed Building status.
Hotel VARA
49 Falmouth Road, Truro, TR1 2HL
Hotel VARA is a quirky boutique hotel set in a classic townhouse in the southern end of Truro city centre. Enjoy cosy en-suite rooms, relaxing lounge areas and work hubs, with free on-site parking too. It’s also less than a 15-minute walk from the centre of Truro.
Best restaurants in Truro
The Cornish Vegan
15 Kenwyn Street, Truro TR1 3BU England s in bold beneath
For a traditional taste of Cornwall that’s perfect for a variety of veggie and vegan-friendly diets, visit the gem of a restaurant. With staff that makes you feel welcome and go above and beyond to create delicious masterpieces such as “Banana Blossoms” and “Vegan Canadian poutine”, you won’t be disappointed.
Kathmandu Palace
19 Old Bridge Street, Truro TR1 2AH England
Fancy a bit of masala with a lip-smacking curry? Kathmandu Palace offers a luxurious and welcoming atmosphere to enjoy Indo-Nepalese food including favourites like Chicken Tikka and Seekh Kebab as well as specialities like Everest Lamb. There’s also an EV charging point at Pydar St (an 8 min walk), if you want to top up your car.
Bodega 18 Truro
Old Bridge Street, Truro, TR1 2AH
Craving something exotic and flavoursome? Bodega 18 Truro prides itself on its authentic Spanish tapas. It’s easy to access in the city centre, near B3284, just a few doors down from Truro Cathedral. Discover colourful dishes from the land, field, and sea, including Manchego fritters and whipped Cornish mackerel.
Best things to do in Truro
Truro Cathedral
St Mary's Street, Truro, TR1 2AF
The centre of the city, this Triple Spire cathedral was the first of its kind to be built on a new site since 1220, making it an impressive build at the time and beautiful to look at today. Join a guided tour and discover the fascinating history of the cathedral and learn about some hidden stories and treasures too. There is EV charging by the Tesco superstore, near Garras Car Park (a 6-min walk).
Pendower Beach
S W Coast Path, Truro, TR2 5PE
Although the city of Truro isn’t by the sea, the sandy shores of Pendower Beach are less than a half-hour drive from Truro. A great location for snorkelling, swimming and relaxing, there are also plenty of places to park your Truro car hire.
Cycle the Cornish Way
Duke Street, Truro, TR1 2QE
Stow your Truro car hire for a bike as you experience the nearby trails. Truro is well connected with cycling routes, offering scenic views of beaches, wildlife, and surrounding towns. Explore the coast, starting at the western tip of Cornwall, with plenty of off-road routes to choose from.
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