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Glasgow off the beaten path

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Glasgow off the beaten path
Dig a little deeper and explore some of Glasgow's neighbourhoods as well as the city centre. There are real gems just waiting to be discovered; some are close at hand and others are a short ride away.
Good for: Families, Groups, Seniors, Individuals
Seasons: Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
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The Burrell Collection
The Burrell Collection

This museum houses the private collection of Sir William Burrell.

Fee: No      Duration of visit: 1-2 hours
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House for an Art Lover
House for an Art Lover

Designed by Charles Rennie Mackintosh in 1901 and built in the attractive setting of Bellahouston Park in the 1990s, House for an Art Lover allows the visitor an insight into Mackintosh's renowned talent not just as an architect, but as a an artist, designer and pioneer of the Modern Movement. The venue runs regular arts themed events and is home to the popular Art Lover's Cafe.

Fee: Yes      Duration of visit: 2-3 hours
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Sharmanka Kinetic Theatre
Sharmanka Kinetic Theatre

Sharmanka (Hurdy Gurdy in Russian) is a theatre of kinetic/animatronic sculptures originally founded in St Petersburg, Russia. There are three performances a week and regular educational and family activities.

Fee: Yes      Duration of visit: 1-2 hours
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Britannia Panopticon  Music Hall
Britannia Panopticon Music Hall

This Victorian music hall was recently 'rediscovered' and is being preserved. Open Saturdays noon til 4

Fee: No      Duration of visit: 1-2 hours
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Auchentoshan Distillery
Auchentoshan Distillery

Take a guided tour of a traditional Scottish whisky distillery.

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Hampden Park
Hampden Park

Home to the Scottish Football Museum and the Scottish Football Hall of Fame, Hampden Park is open 7 days a week (subject to events). Tours of the stadium are available and there is ample free parking.

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The Lighthouse
The Lighthouse

Spanning six floors, The Lighthouse provides an unrivaled opportunity to experience architecture and design through a changing program of world-class exhibitions, award winning education and lifelong learning projects, broad ranging events program and networking opportunities. Climb the Mackintosh Tower for stunning views across the city, indulge yourself in the latest designer products... More

Spanning six floors, The Lighthouse provides an unrivaled opportunity to experience architecture and design through a changing program of world-class exhibitions, award winning education and lifelong learning projects, broad ranging events program and networking opportunities. Climb the Mackintosh Tower for stunning views across the city, indulge yourself in the latest designer products at The Lighthouse Shop, or simply relax in the doocot, our rooftop cafe/bar. Less

Fee: Yes      Duration of visit: 1-2 hours
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