Location: City Centre
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10 Museums in City Centre That You Shouldn't Miss
As Scotland’s largest city, Glasgow is famed for its culture, shopping and people. Spend your day exploring a wide range of fascinating free museums and galleries, enjoying the UK’s best shopping outside of London, and taking advantage of tips from friendly local people on the city’s hidden gems — then choose from 130+ weekly musical events for a special night out. Glasgow is also the perfect base for exploring more of Scotland, with great connections to the Highlands and the islands.
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1. RGI Kelly Gallery
2. The Glasgow Art Club
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 7 reviews
Glasgow Art Club founded in 1867 and recently restored has occupied two handsome Georgian terrace houses since 1893. They were converted into a 19thC Gentlemen’s club. The jewel is the iconic art Gallery largely designed by Charles Rennie Mackintosh.
Reviewed By vessi80 - North Lanarkshire, United Kingdom
Bit of a Goya 'Gloom and Doom' girl myself so on Glasgow Open Doors Sunday , straight up to the top of Bath Street to 185 expecting a rather 'stuffy' reception. Wrong. Almost 2 hours later, having seriously reviewed my' brushwork' and awash in pastels, watercolours, oils and the wonders of Keppie and Mackintosh, I was so so reluctant to leave. The townhouse itself is an architectural masterpiece . The gallery has been restored to the original Keppie and Rennie Mackintosh vision and the Mackintosh frieze superbly re-created. The doors; furniture; fireplaces; bell plates; door plates and check out the plates in the lavish dining rooms as well. Lovely for a function. Wandered up through luxurious rooms enjoying the Autumn Exhibition (loved the Scott Walker ) and the more permanent works on display from icons like Emilio Coia. Staff were so welcoming. knowledgeable and some so snappily dressed for the occasion that the Goyesque Glasgow sky was temporarily sunny. Well, it is the Art Club in Glasgow so a degree of flamboyance is expected. If you are a tourist, this should be on your 'must see' list. A quite exclusive Mackintosh and Keppie treasure still under the 'tourist' radar. You'll be the envy of other Mackintosh fans. See it all before the secret gets out ! The street is so easy to find! If you are local like me, then a 'wee' step out of the usual' Glasgow Comfort Zone' is well worth it. Guided tours are on Tuesday mornings and I think are a reasonable £5 including tea/coffee. Otherwise the exhibitions are open to the public from 11am to 5pm except Sundays. Probably wise to check the website. The wonderful Autumn exhibition can still be viewed until the 20th of October and there's a new exhibition of Joe Hargan's works starting on the 15th October. Can't wait !
3. Scotland Art Gallery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
ScotlandArt.com is a dynamic art gallery based in the centre of Glasgow, boasting a diverse and well-respected collection of works by some of the most accomplished contemporary artists based in or inspired by Scotland. We hold a huge collection of original art work including; painting; jewellery; sculpture; ceramics; and gift vouchers. Friendly staff and art to fit any budget.
4. Scottish Design Exchange
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 56 reviews
The Scottish Design Exchange is a social enterprise business that provides space for over 300 artists and designers from all over Scotland to display their products for sale. We have many original designs from jewellery, prints, pottery, glassware and original art.
Reviewed By Slim10000
Beautiful products and friendly staff So many different arts with unique designs and quality I love this place
5. The Glasgow School of Art
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,849 reviews
The Glasgow School of Art is currently closed to visitors following a fire on 15th June 2018, with all tours cancelled until further notice. This includes access to the visitor centre, GSA Shop and exhibitions in the Reid Building, Mackintosh at the GSA Tours and Mackintosh's Glasgow Walking Tours.
6. The Tenement House
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 697 reviews
** Currently closed due to Covid 19 crisis ** The Tenement House is a National Trust for Scotland property in Glasgow's City Centre. With 1892 original features it provides a rare glimpse into life in Glasgow in the early 20th century. The house, lived in by Miss Agnes Toward for over half a century is a unique opportunity to experience collections in their unchanged environment. See what it meant to be an 'independent woman' in the first half of the 20th century; experience how ordinary folk lived, and appreciate how many of the household amenities we now take for granted were considered luxuries less than a century ago. Authentic gas lighting has been installed to recreate the atmosphere of the house, which didn't have electric lighting until 1960. An exhibition on the ground floor makes the most of Miss Toward's extensive personal archive, providing a valuable time capsule for visitors today. Toilet facilities and a gift shop are available on the exhibition floor.
Reviewed By Medievalhistorylover
Looked after by the NTS, the House gives an insight into tenement dwellings in the early 1900's. Photos (without flash) can be taken; the guides are very friendly and knowledgeable. If walking to the property, the easiest (and quickest) route is from Sauchiehall Street and following the brown tourist attraction signs.
7. Mackintosh Building
8. Provand's Lordship
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 406 reviews
Reviewed By P4339WFanthonyp - Brighton, United Kingdom
This was on our to do list, its full of real history, all the display give a real insight to people´s lives and hardships, the video displays are also very good. A nice cafe and gift shop finish off a very interesting visit
9. Sharmanka Kinetic Theatre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 377 reviews
Hundreds of carved figures and pieces of old scrap perform an incredible choreography to haunting music and synchronised light, telling the funny and tragic stories of the human spirit as it struggles against the relentless circles of life and death. Audiences in many countries have been fascinated by its magic. In Glasgow it has gained a reputation as one of the city’s hidden treasures. Very gripping theatre. - The Times Unforgettable experience. - The Herald An icon-painter for our times. - Scotsman For SEASONAL TIMETABLE OF SHOWS please visit our website. Special / group shows out-with the opening hours can also be booked via the website. For ticket prices and TO BOOK TICKETS please visit our website. Advance booking is highly recommended.
Reviewed By sofiasW5271KN
A truly unforgettable cultural experience: the pieces are rich with symbolism and the accompaniment of music, lights and movement turned it into a performance that was both touching and entertaining. The gallery manager was enthusiastic and informative in his explanations on the art pieces; and he was attentive and professional in regards to all the measures put in place for Covid-19 safety. I would definitely recommend Sharmanka to anyone looking for a cultural experience in Glasgow!
10. Street Level Photoworks
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 8 reviews
Reviewed By hairdy - Preston, United Kingdom
Came here for the opening night of the Oscar Marzaroli, was left to stroll around the exhibition at my own pace, lots of people but that added to the buzz about the exhibition, was able to take photos of the photos and nobody batted an eyelid, a little bar open with Drygate cans, was able to sit by the window and just watch people enjoying looking at the exhibition. Accessibility good, and disabled toilets nearby and clean. A great arts building, housing a unique Russian dining experience, well priced shop too where postcards and prints of the ivonic photos were available. I will definitely visit again to see other exhibitions. Thoroughly recommend visiting the Sharmanka Kinetic Theatre in the same building, unlike anything you will have ever seen or experienced!
