Tourist Information Centre

Visitor Information

Welcome to the award-winning Isles of Scilly Tourist Information Centre - boasting one of the best views in the world!

Here to help you make the most of these stunning islands, from planning your trip to reminiscing after you leave. Let us guide you to the best experiences Scilly has to offer!

Our Services:

  • Weekly 'What's On' information (in season only)
  • Inter-island boat tickets
  • The official Visit Isles of Scilly Pocket Map
  • Exclusive Visit Isles of Scilly branded souvenirs & gifts
  • Information for getting around - by bus, taxi, bike, buggy
  • Event tickets and walking tours
  • Meeting point for tours
  • Best places to eat around the Isles
  • Accommodation availability and assistance for delayed passengers
  • Outreach welcome on St. Mary's Quay (for cruise passenger arrivals)

 

What's On

The weekly What's On are now back for 2025 and are available to download. Click here for the What's On for 19th - 25th April 2025. 

 

Useful maps, guides and souvenirs

The Isles of Scilly Tourist Information Centre has a wealth of useful maps, books and guides at its fingertips.

Maps & Guides - pick up the official Visit Isles of Scilly Visitor Map Guide which retails at £2. It includes detailed maps of all the islands, top tips, boating times, essential information on what to do and see, places to eat, walking routes - essentially all the information you need to make the most of your island-hopping experience. There are also several books about the history of the islands, local birds, shipwrecks, wildflowers and more.

Gifts & Souvenirs - this is the perfect place to buy exclusive Isles of Scilly-branded souvenirs and gifts including bags, t-towels, mugs and beach towels, magnets, keyrings and notebooks. Perfect to show-off back home or for that last-minute gift. Destination branded gifts are exclusively sold here.

We are a member of the #RefillScilly scheme - refill your water bottles for free! 

 

Buy tickets 

Planning a week of island-hopping? Be sure to take advantage of the St. Mary's Boatmen's Association discount. Purchase 10 or more tickets in advance and enjoy a 10% saving on your fares!

You can also buy tickets for the islands' main events and festivals and theatre company performances.

 

Accessibility Guide

The Isles of Scilly Tourist Information Centre on Porthcressa's lovely promenade is very accessible. For those using pushchairs and wheelchairs (RADAR key available for disabled toilet), there are easy ramps up to the front door which is power-assisted. With plenty of accessibility information about attractions and businesses across the islands too, pop by and ask your questions - dogs welcome too! 

Here’s an Access Statement for the TIC building. Introduced in 2018 and updated in 2022 following VisitEngland guidelines, it's continually updated to provide the latest information. If we've missed anything, please let us know so we can improve it for everyone.

 

Sustainability Information

The Isles of Scilly Tourist Information Centre works to promote and actively participates in sustainable practices. For further information read our Sustainability Guide.

 

Opening Hours - Monday to Saturday 9.00am to 4.00pm (subject to change)

The TIC team are always happy to welcome you - come by for a chat! With years of local knowledge, they’re here to help you make the most of your holiday. Or just pop in for the official Scilly Visitor Map and the weekly 'What's On' guide.

We offer a regularly updated guide for things to do with ideas for boating, arts & crafts, shopping, activities, getting around & food and drink. (Correct at time of publication).

If you have any special needs - access, dietary, family etc - please do let them know... again they are well versed on all the options available to you.

 

Our Location

We're located within the Schiller Shelter at Porthcressa Beach. From St. Mary's Quay, head through Hugh Town and where the road divides, take the right-hand option after Hugh Street Café. Ahead of you, you'll spot the building with a living roof and public toilets below.

 

Keep in touch

Facebook: @visitislesofscilly / @iosTIC

Instagram: @visittheislesofscilly

Contact us

Isles of Scilly Tourist Information Centre
Porthcressa Bank
St. Mary's
TR21 0LW

info@visitislesofscilly.com / +44 (0)1720 620600

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