The 10 Best Things to do in South Side, Scotland

April 25, 2022 Matilde Konrad

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. Fairfield Heritage

1048 Govan Road, Glasgow G51 4XS Scotland +44 141 445 5866 http://www.fairfieldgovan.org.uk
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5.0 based on 56 reviews

Fairfield Heritage

Reviewed By brianmN6820JJ

Interested in Shipbuilding? Interested in history? Interested in social history? Interested in architecture? Interested in cartography? Then visit Fairfield Heritage Centre on Govan Road. This excellent museum is open Monday to Friday 1pm-4pm. Fantastic A listed building with interactive displays of the story of life in and around the Govan area. The story of the people who built these great ships that sailed from the Clyde all around the world. Our guide was excellent as were those at reception who retold their stories of what it was like growing up when Govan was booming. So much to take in that I will be back.

2. Govan Ferry

Glasgow Scotland https://www.facebook.com/Govan-Ferry-119828681437176/
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5.0 based on 16 reviews

Govan Ferry

Reviewed By TikoScot - Glasgow, United Kingdom

Strongly recommended as a free (donations welcome) from Govan to the stunning Riverside transport museum - or to visit the excellent Govan Stones if heading from the Museum to the south of river -long may the ferry run.

3. Citizens Theatre

119 Gorbals Street, Glasgow G5 9DS Scotland +44 141 429 0022 http://www.citz.co.uk
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4.5 based on 158 reviews

Citizens Theatre

The home of great theatre in Glasgow, offering a world-class repertoire of classic and contemporary plays.

4. House for an Art Lover

10 Dumbreck Road Bellahouston Park, Glasgow G41 5BW Scotland +44 141 483 1600 [email protected] http://www.houseforanartlover.co.uk/
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4.5 based on 1,211 reviews

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.

Reviewed By Tinkypaws - Glasgow, United Kingdom

My partner and I very much enjoyed our recent visit to the House for an Art Lover. We felt safe, the staff were excellent, the afternoon tea scrumptious and the music room beautiful. Thank you for providing such a lovely, peaceful atmosphere.

5. Pollok Country Park

2060 Pollokshaws Road, Glasgow G43 1AT Scotland +44 141 287 5064 http://www.glasgow.gov.uk/index.aspx?articleid=5343
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4.5 based on 1,019 reviews

Pollok Country Park

Over 360 acres of green, this lovely park is best known for its well-kept scenic running and walking trails.

Reviewed By dennissU1613AA - Glasgow, United Kingdom

This is Glasgow's biggest park. It is still beautiful but is currently suffering from neglect.The stables area leading to the River Cart weir and mill is closed off by serious fencing. The area is in a bad state of decay and has been for some time This is disgraceful. Post covid, this will once again be visited by many people from overseas who through tourism, generate much needed money for our beleaguered city. Please get it sorted. There is so much to see. Sir John Stirling Maxwell's amazing mansion built 1752 The rustic bridge over the River Cart, the river weir, the extensive gardens and endless walking paths and the famous Highland cattle which were hiding( I hope) on this visit.. Unfortunately the house is closed for visits under current covid restrictions..

6. Glasgow Central Mosque

1 Mosque Avenue Gorbals, Glasgow G5 9TA Scotland +44 141 429 3132
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4.5 based on 32 reviews

Glasgow Central Mosque

7. Govan Old Parish Church

866 Govan Road Near Govan subway stop, Glasgow G51 3DL Scotland +44 141 440 2466 [email protected] http://www.thegovanstones.org.uk
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4.5 based on 137 reviews

Govan Old Parish Church

Reviewed By Sandyd264 - Kincardine, Canada

This small church houses the Govan stones. They are Viking rune and early Celtic. The church itself is fantastic. The church is 4 minutes walk from Govan subway station. I would do this, then the Fairfield shipping museum (another 5 mins walk) too. Please, don’t miss this. It is a hidden gem in Glasgow. Definitely recommend

8. The Burrell Collection

2060 Pollokshaws Road Pollok Park, Glasgow G43 1AT Scotland +44 141 287 2550 http://www.glasgowlife.org.uk/museums/burrell-collection/Pages/default.aspx
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4.5 based on 1,226 reviews

The Burrell Collection

This place is temporarily closed. The Burrell Collection is temporarily closed until Spring 2021 for refurbishment. This museum houses the collection of Sir William Burrell, gifted to the city of Glasgow.

Reviewed By BoysieW - New York City, United States

Just a shout out to this amazing collection but to let people know it is CLOSED FOR RENOVATION> Generally, it is an easy sell to get teens to see art as the building is fascinating and quirky and gets their interest. Not too large like Kelvingrove and others.

9. Linn Park

Clarkston Road, Glasgow Scotland [email protected] http://www.glasgow.gov.uk/index.aspx?articleid=5132
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4.5 based on 49 reviews

Linn Park

Reviewed By boi_wunda

Went on a sunny day with family, lots of wee trails to go on and lovely views of the waterfall. Wasn’t too busy and could easily have spent the full day here.

10. Glasgow Science Centre

50 Pacific Quay, Glasgow G51 1EA Scotland +44 141 420 5000 [email protected] http://www.glasgowsciencecentre.org/
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4.5 based on 2,604 reviews

Glasgow Science Centre

Rated 5 stars by VisitScotland, providing programs of entertaining Science theatre, Planetarium, and around 300 hands-on interactive science exhibits over three floors, to introduce science to everyone. Interaction distinguishes GSC, very few exhibits in glass cases and many opportunities to participate in Science. Included workshops and shows are a highlight, ranging from shadow puppets for youngsters to computer coding, robotics and ethical hacking for adults. "BodyWorks" examines the science behind human health and well-being, "Powering the Future" the future challenges and solutions in our energy-hungry world, and the digital planetarium allows visitors to 'leave earth' and travel through the cosmos. Science Mall admission includes free workshops and shows, with add-on charges of £3.00 for access to the Planetarium. A shop and cafe are free to access. Schools and outreach programs extend the Centre's work into the community. The Centre is a registered charity with surpluses returned to the education mission. Car parking and public transport links or a 15 minute walk along the Clyde from the City centre. The adjacent IMAX cinema is now operated by Cineworld.

Reviewed By bealehidi

We went to the centre we were a group of three adults, it was such a good way to kill time with out realising we all had great fun lots of hands on experiments, would be great.for middle aged kids but has areas for all ages and even as adults we had a great time. We loved the top floor how your body works there are so many little fitness challenges which teach you a lot about your body and can be a fun games to do between your group, definitely recommend a visit

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