About North Coast Visitor Centre
The North Coast Visitor Centre occupies the Old Town Hall on Thurso's High Street. Exhibits cover Pictish stones, local history, and the Dounreay nuclear facility. Entry is free, with donations welcomed.
A cafe serves homemade soup at reasonable prices. The centre is suited to children and has a reputation for friendly, knowledgeable staff.
Opening hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Wednesday
- 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Thursday
- 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Friday
- 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Saturday
- 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Sunday
- Closed
What's nearby
- Highland Hospice - Thurso Shop next door
- Jamieson Bakery next door
- Co-op Food - Thurso - Meadow Lane 100m away
- W & D Ross Hardware 150m away
- Old St. Peter’s Church, Thurso 200m away
Distances as the crow flies, via Google
Visitors say this museum and visitor center offers diverse and engaging exhibits, including Pictish stones, local history, and information on the Dounreay nuclear facility. They also highlight the delicious and reasonably priced homemade soup in the cafe, as well as the free entry with donation options. Guests mention the staff are friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable, providing a warm welcome and guidance.
Summary via Google
At a glance
- Guest rating
- 4.7 / 5 (232 reviews)
- Good for children
- Yes
- Food hygiene rating
- Awaiting inspection
- Destination
- Highland
Food hygiene rating from the Food Standards Agency.