This spectacular Victorian red sandstone building is one of the iconic landmarks and takes pride in being Glasgow’s most treasured building. It is a major attraction of both Scottish residents and tourists from all over the world. It is the most visited museum in the United Kingdom. The museum provides a grand history and exhibition on Scotland culture and long history. It is a great mix of art, culture, and science, and a great place to roam and get lost among all the treasures! These are displayed in a well-curated 22 themed, state-of-the-art galleries displaying an astonishing 8,000 objects. The collections are extensive, wide-ranging and full of art from all over the world which includes a vast collection of world-class paintings and sculptures, Scottish arms and armor, medieval swords, crossbows, dueling weapons, silver, ceramics, clothing, furniture, ancient relics, and stuffed animals on display. The most prized possession of the museum is of the Salvador Dali masterpiece Christ of St John of the Cross. The other important collection of French 19th century paintings includes works by Monet, Gauguin, and Renoir. Rembrandt’s Man in Armour, Christ and the Adulteress by Titian, and Salvador Dali’s Christ of St John of the Cross are some of the most valuable pieces. Scottish art includes paintings by the Scottish Colourists and the Glasgow Boys. Sir Roger the Asian Elephant is another big museum attraction. Watch out for the Spitfire plane hanging from the ceiling of the west court. Befitting tributes have been given to one of Glasgow’s most legendary sons, Charles Rennie MacKintosh whose major collection of work is on permanent display. This museum is a great asset to Glasgow and has something for all the family in a magnificent building near one of the cities biggest parks.
Public Transport:
From the nearest information centre, it is easy to reach the museum on public transport. First Bus services 2, 3, 19A and 747 all stop directly outside Kelvingrove
Getting there by railway: Kelvingrove is a 15-minute walk from Partick Train Station and ten minutes' walk from Charing Cross Train Station.
Kelvingrove is five minutes' walk from Kelvinhall subway station and ten minutes' walk from Kelvinbridge subway station.
Sunday: 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Monday: 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Tuesday: 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Wednesday: 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m
Thursday: 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Friday: 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Saturday: 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Waiting Time
Nil.
Entrance Fee
Time you can spend
2 to 3 hours
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