Glasgow Life
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From Kelvingrove Art Galleries to the Old Fruitmarket, Glasgow Life offers many iconic museums, exhibitions and venues that make a great day or night out in Glasgow.
Whether you are out with family, friends or travelling solo, there is plenty to do in Glasgow which are easily accessible by bus.
This map pinpoints all the great museums and venues operated by Glasgow Life.
Museums
Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum
Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum opened in 1901, it has 22 galleries where you can discover everything from art to animals, Ancient Egypt to Charles Rennie Mackintosh and much more.
Free entry, no booking required.
For more information, please visit here.
Services: 2, 3, 77
Services: 4/4A, 8 and 90 within 10 minutes walking distance.
Riverside Museum
Riverside Museum is the first purpose-built museum created by Glasgow Life in the 21st century. It opened in 2011 and reflects the important part Glasgow has played in the world through its contributions to heavy industries like shipbuilding, train manufacturing and engineering.
Free entry, no booking required.
For more information on the museum, please visit here.
Services: 2, 3, 8, 77, 90 within 15 minutes walking distance.
The Burrell Collection
After a major refurbishment and redisplay in 2022, new galleries bring the objects to life, including more than 90 digital displays offering interactive and immersive experiences for visitors of all ages.
Free entry.
For more information on the museum, please visit here.
Services: 3, 34/34A, 57/57A
Gallery of Modern Art (GoMA)
GoMA contains four galleries, a library and a gallery shop selling a range inspired by the Collection. The museum displays, borrows and collects artworks from around the world.
Free entry, no booking required.
For more information on the museum, please visit here.
Services: Any City Centre service. Walking distance up to 20 minutes.
People's Palace
The People's Palace is home to a collection of objects, photographs, prints and film which give a unique view into how Glaswegians lived, worked and played in years gone by to the present day.
Free entry, no booking required.
For more information on the museum, please visit here.
Services: 18, 64, 263
Services: 2, 60/60A, 61, 240, 255 within 10 minutes walking distance out with the services above.
Kelvin Hall
Kelvin Hall is a multi-purpose venue and is also home to collections from National Library of Scotland and The Hunterian, as well as a Glasgow Club sports facility.
Free entry. Access to the museum store is by guided tour only.
For more information on the museum, please visit here.
Services: 2, 3, 77
Services: 8 and 90 within 10 minutes walking distance.
St Mungo Museum of Religious Life and Art
The museum is built on the site of the medieval Bishops' Castle and is designed in its style. The galleries are full of displays, objects and stunning works of art.
Entry is free, no booking required.
For more information on the museum, please visit here.
Served by over 10 routes directly and within short walking distance of all city centre routes.
Provand's Lordship
The Provand's Lordship was built in 1471. It is one of only four surviving medieval buildings in Glasgow.
Entry is free.
For more information on the museum, please visit here.
Served by over 10 routes directly and within short walking distance of all city centre routes.
Scotland Street School Museum
The museum tells the story of education in Scotland over a hundred years. The building is a wonderful example of Charles Rennie Mackintosh's architectural style.
For more information on the museum, please visit here.
Services: 90
Glasgow Museums Resource Centre (GMRC)
Glasgow Museums Resource Centre is the store for the museums' collections when they are not on display at any of the above venues.
Free entry, all visits must be through a pre-booked tour.
For more information on the museum, please visit here.
Services: 57 within 5 minutes walking distance.
Venues
Glasgow Royal Concert Hall
Glasgow Royal Concert Hall has played host to many amazing cultural events, including annual folk and roots festival Celtic Connections and the World Irish Dancing Championships.
For more information on this venue, please visit here.
Served by over 15 routes directly, within short walking distance of all city centre routes and Buchanan Bus Station.
City Halls
Home to the BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, the Scottish Music Centre and a Glasgow base for the Scottish Chamber Orchestra.
For more information on this venue, please visit here.
Served by over 10 routes directly and within short walking distance of all city centre routes.
Old Fruitmarket
Beginning its life as Glasgow's wholesale fruit market, the venue was thoughtfully and imaginatively renovated to create a very special venue. The Old Fruitmarket offers a unique setting for a wide range of events.
For more information on this venue, please visit here.
Served by over 10 routes directly and within short walking distance of all city centre routes.
Kelvingrove Bandstand
The Kelvingrove Bandstand is a charming venue for all kinds of live, outdoor entertainment. It has grown to become an in-demand venue that is especially sought after in the summer months.
For more information on this venue, please visit here.
Services: 2, 3, 77
Services 4/4A, 8 and 90 within 10 minutes walking distance.
Tramway
Tramway is a renowned international arts venue with a mission to enrich and inspire communities by providing contemporary visual art and performance.
For more information on this venue, please visit here.
Services: 3, 4, 38/38A/38B/38C/38E, 57/57A
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