Glasgow

Generally a working town, Glasgow is the heart of Scotland's shipping industry and is generally not as well suited to tourists as Edinburgh.

Distances can be quite large in Glasgow so it is recommended you use the fairly good bus service or, if you are travelling centrally, use the rather small, but adequate, subway service.

The Burrell Collection is a museum housing an amazing and eclectic pieces of art and history collected by Sir William Burrell (1861–1958) over the course of his life and then donated to the city. The building is modern with floor to ceiling windows and is a delight to visit containing a surprising variety of paintings and pottery, there is something here for everyone. It is free to visit.

There is a small restaurant in the basement (lower ground level) operated by Benugo selling snacks, meals and drinks.

The museum is located a short distance from the town centre in the middle of Pollok Country Park which is also worth visiting with lots of green space, trees and gardens (be sure not to miss the Highland cattle located only a short distance from the museum).

It is easy enough to get to the museum (and park) by public transport but it will involve a bit of walking. There is a (paid) car park on site which can get quite busy.

Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum small museum and art gallery (!) – art (“expression”) in the north wings and museum (“life”) in the south wings - found in the middle of Kelvingrove park on the west side of the city on the north side of Argyle Street is definitely worth a visit.

There is a lot to see in the two floors of this museum with many small hallways. Recently the “must visit” attraction is the gallery devoted to “Salvador Dalí's Christ of St John of the Cross”.

In recent years as society has become more aware of buildings like this that were built off the profits of slavery, here this is reflected in sympathetic and thought provoking messaging throughout. Some of the stuffed animals were also hunted specifically to be included here and but this is not something the facility shies away from acknowledging.

Every day at 1 pm there is a free organ recital on the impressive organ found in the Centre Hall with a rotating list of organists meaning a varied programme. This is a popular event and despite there being a small number of chairs set out it very well may be standing room only if you visit.

Be aware that it can get very busy on a weekend. There are free guided tours given by volunteers which are a good way to get familiar with the exhibits and space. The Centre Hall has a small café and there are toilet facilities throughout. There is a small car park around the back (pay and display). Admission is free.

For further information, please see:

• Glasgow City Marketing Bureau
• Glasgow Museums
• Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum
• People Make Glasgow