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Glasgow is the largest city in Scotland and is famous for its superb collection of free attractions that include the Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, the Riverside Museum of Transport, and Glasgow Cathedral.
Discover the best attractions for adults in Glasgow with this complete visitor guide which includes overviews of the top places, a map, and lots of good-to-know visiting advice.
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Glasgow Green is a 55-acre park set in the centre of Glasgow. It is the oldest park in the city and is also home to the People’s Palace social history museum.
Popular events including the TRNSMT music festival and the World Pipe Band Championships are staged in the park annually while the remainder of the year sees the grounds used for leisure activities for the city’s residents.
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The Hunterian Museum, located in the University of Glasgow, features a collection of exhibits from the fields of zoology, geology, archaeology, and more.
The museum is a popular free attraction that’s often overlooked by visiting tourists as it is located within the city’s university complex.
Discover the Hunterian Museum with this complete visitor guide.
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Kelvingrove Park is located in the West End of Glasgow. The public park features Kelvingrove Museum, the River Kelvin, and the Stewart Fountain.
Visitors can enjoy 85 acres of parkland that feature an array of flowerbeds, wide expanses of lawn, historic monuments, children’s play parks, ponds and sports venues.
Discover Kelvingrove Park with this complete visitor guide.
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The University of Glasgow was founded in 1451 and is the fourth-oldest university in the UK. It has more listed buildings inside the complex than any other university in Britain.
A visit allows tourists to explore the superb Hunterian Museum and Hunterian Art Gallery as well as the university grounds.
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George Square is the main civic centre in Glasgow. The square hosts several major events throughout the year and is home to many historical monuments.
Glasgow’s main war memorial is sited at one end of the square in front of the Glasgow City Council Chamber and attractions including the city’s modern art gallery are within a short walking distance.
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The St Mungo Museum of Religious Life and Art is located near Glasgow Cathedral where it showcases a varied collection of religious artefacts from across the globe.
The museum offers a very good café and gift shop in addition to the displays and exhibits in its multi-level historic building.
Discover Glasgow’s St. Mungo Museum with this complete visitor guide.
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The Riverside Museum of Transport showcases transport memorabilia from across the globe. It is located next to The Tall Ship on the River Clyde at Pointhouse Place in Glasgow.
Visitors can view exhibits including steam trains, historic cars, trams, motorbikes and much more. Entry is free.
Discover Glasgow’s Riverside Museum of Transport with this visitor guide.
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