Truro Arts & Culture
Truro’s Georgian & Gothic architecture, & local arts scene, are just a short walk away from Hotel VARA. Catch a national show on tour, listen to Truro Cathedral Choristers, shop the independent stores & galleries, or dive into centuries of history at Cornwall Museum. Enjoy exploring!
Truro Cathedral
- What it is: A magnificent three-spire Gothic Revival cathedral rising above Truro skyline.
- Why visit: Famous for hosting the world's first Nine Lessons & Carols service on Christmas Eve in 1880, the cathedral blends medieval & Victorian history. There’s can stained glass, intricate stone carvings, & the iconic Father Willis organ. Don’t leave without listening to the Truro Cathedral Choir choristers who sing at daily services & special concerts.
- Distance from VARA:10-minute walk (0.6 miles/ 1.0km) via the city centre.
Hall for Cornwall
- What it is: Cornwall’s premier theatre & creative hub.
- Why visit: From major West End musicals & stand-up comedy to classical concerts & seasonal local productions.
- Distance from VARA: A 10-minute stroll (0.5miles/0.9km), on Lemon Quay.
Royal Cornwall Museum
- What it is: The bedrock of Cornish culture, science, and art.
- Why visit: Dive deep into Cornwall’s unique identity. The museum houses everything from ancient Egyptian artifacts to renowned collections of historic Cornish art, minerals & social history. Family Friendly too.
- Distance from VARA: A 10-minute stroll (0.5miles/0.9km), on River Street.
Truro Plaza Cinema
Catch a film at the Plaza Cinema. It's an independently owned, Art Deco landmark located on Lemon Street in Truro, with 5 screens. Just a short walk down the hill from VARA.