Deep dive into Glasgow'sGlasgow's transport and technology history at the award-winning Riverside Museum! Designed by a renowned architect, Dame Zaha Hadid, it has become a prominent attraction in the bustling city of Glasgow.
Located on the banks of the River Clyde, the museum is completely free to enter, making it a budget-friendly adventure for families!
Things To Do At Glasgow Riverside Museum
Open the door to Glasgow'sGlasgow's rich past at the Riverside Museum, home to over 3,000 objects from the city's world-famous collections that tell the story of Glasgow'sGlasgow's history. From its days as a maritime ''powerhouse'' to the daily lives of those who lived there in the early-mid twentieth century. The objects on display are wide and varied – public transport is covered with cars, bicycles, trams and even steam locomotives. The exhibition space also holds an extensive collection of paintings, prams, skateboards, stormtroopers, and everything in between!
Wander through a perfectly recreated old Glasgow street that's complete with cobbled roads, vintage shopfronts, and a historic subway station!
Th kids will love stepping inside old-fashioned shops, exploring a horse-drawn carriage, and imagining life in the past. It’s like a real-life time machine – but way more fun!
Who doesn’t love climbing inside big vehicles? At Riverside Museum in Glasgow, kids can hop onto trams, sit in vintage cars, and explore old steam trains!
With over 3,000 transport exhibits, there’s plenty of hands-on fun, making it the perfect place for little explorers who dream of driving, flying, or sailing!
Right outside the museum, board The Tall Ship Glenlee, a real-life sailing ship! Kids can climb the decks, explore the captain’s cabin, and play in the under-5s area.
Don’t forget the fun mouse hunt challenge, where young adventurers can search for hidden creatures throughout the ship – a brilliant family-friendly activity!
Glasgow Riverside Museum
Glasgow Life, Riverside Museum, 100 Pointhouse Place, Glasgow, Glasgow and Strathclyde, G3 8RS, Scotland
Tel: 01412872720
