Tourist information: how it can help you

I'd like to take a holiday in the UK this year. Trouble is, I don't know where to start... any suggestions?
You don't have to be going abroad to use tourist information. You can find tourist information about England, Wales, Scotland and Ireland, or if you're interested in a specific area you can get regional tourist information to help you choose your holiday.

So will tourist information help find me somewhere to visit?
Absolutely. With brochures, websites and knowledgeable experts, tourist information can provide you with inspirational ideas on places to visit, plus things to do when you get there.

It's not like going into a travel agents' and booking a holiday, though, is it?
Well, actually it is. If you go into a tourist information centre, they can not only advise you on where to go, they can often also book accommodation and train tickets and more to get you there.

Sounds like tourist information can really steer me in the right direction.
Totally. If you don't know where you're going, tourist information offers a whole host of maps from cycle paths to walking routes.

What about if I'm looking for something specific, such as the best English stately homes to visit?
No problem. With tourist information, you can find exactly what you're looking for—and more. Tourist information will let you know opening times, entrance prices, whether the venue has disabled access, if photography is allowed and so on.

What if castles and museums are more my thing?
Again, with tourist information you've come to the right place. The UK has a fascinating heritage and a tourist information expert will enjoy nothing better than taking you through the historical hotspots.

So do I have to be going on holiday to use tourist information services?
Not at all. Tourist information is great for day trips, too. Whether you need to locate a zoo, book theatre tickets, find a vegetarian restaurant or shop until you drop, tourist information will tell you all you need to know.

Is tourist information free?
A great deal of it is, yes. If you go into a tourist information centre you'll get lots of advice and inspirational ideas that will cost you nothing. Some maps, guides and brochures are also free but check before taking anything.