definition
strict definition
visitor information center
Space for orientation of tourists and distribution of material in promotion of the locality.
A visitor information center is a place where tourists, business travelers, conventioneers, and other visitors can ask questions, orient themselves, meet for tours, and obtain information about the local vicinity.
These are often operated by governments, chambers of commerce, and other non-profit entities.
The service addresses people visiting the locality, including business travelers as well as tourists. Meeting for a tour can be part of the service, but the center need not itself operate tours.
