2-Day Glasgow City Experiences Itinerary

  1. Day 1: Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum
    20 minutes (3.3 km) from Glasgow City Centre

    Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum is Scotland's most visited attraction and for good reason. This grand building houses an impressive collection of art and artifacts from various periods, including works of Salvador Dalí and Van Gogh. Visitors can spend hours exploring everything from the Ancient Egyptian collection to Glasgow's rich maritime history.

  2. Day 1: The Necropolis
    15 minutes (3.2 km) from Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum

    The Necropolis is a Victorian cemetery located on a hill overlooking the city center. The graveyard houses over 50,000 graves and monuments dating from as early as the 1830s. The site features ornate tombs, sculptures, and distinctive monuments, making it one of the most atmospheric final resting places in the country.

  3. Day 1: Glasgow Cathedral
    15 minutes (2.8 km) from The Necropolis

    Glasgow Cathedral is the oldest building in Glasgow, built in the late 12th century. The cathedral has a distinct Gothic architecture and features a beautiful stained-glass window. Visitors can learn about the building's fascinating history and take in the views from the Necropolis.

  4. Day 2: Riverside Museum
    20 minutes (5.6 km) from Glasgow City Centre

    The Riverside Museum is a fascinating museum that tells the story of Glasgow's transport industry through the ages. From old steam trains to vintage cars and bikes, the museum has something for everyone. Visitors can step aboard a historic trams or bus to experience what public transport was like in the early 20th century.

  5. Day 2: Glasgow Science Centre
    5 minutes (1.2 km) from Riverside Museum

    The Glasgow Science Centre is a world-class science museum that features interactive exhibits and live demonstrations. Visitors can explore the mysteries of the universe in the planetarium or discover how the human body works in the bodyworks gallery. The center also has an IMAX cinema for those who love films in an enormous scale.

  6. Day 2: Peoples Palace and Winter Gardens
    15 minutes (2 km) from Glasgow Science Centre

    The People's Palace and Winter Gardens is a unique museum that depicts the social history of Glasgow. The museum has a fascinating collection of artifacts, photographs, and displays that showcase Glasgow's past. Visitors can also explore the beautiful Winter Gardens which is full of exotic plants and flowers.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum (2-3 hours, free)
  • The Necropolis (1.5 hours, free)
  • Glasgow Cathedral (1 hour, free)
  • Riverside Museum (2-3 hours, free)
  • Glasgow Science Centre (2-3 hours, £11.50 per adult)
  • Peoples Palace and Winter Gardens (1-2 hours, free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: £11.50 per adult

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider visiting the Botanic Gardens, which feature a beautiful collection of plants and flowers. Alternatively, the Glasgow Gallery of Modern Art and the Scottish Ballet are also popular attractions. If you have less time, consider skipping the Glasgow Cathedral or the Winter Gardens.

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