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14 hidden gems in Glasgow

Govanhill Baths Community Trust have been granted over £200,000 by the Scottish Government to help fund community creativity.
Govanhill Baths Community Trust have been granted over £200,000 by the Scottish Government to help fund community creativity.

1. Govanhill Baths, Glasgow

These beautiful, historic Victorian baths aren’t only used for swimming, but art exhibitions and events, too.

Where: Govanhill Baths, Glasgow, G42 7RA

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2. Mr Ben’s, Glasgow

A treasure trove of retro style, stocking everything from antique wedding dresses to military regalia.

Where: G1 2RB

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The Western Necropolis, Glasgow,

3. Necropolis, Glasgow

It’d be a grave mistake to miss out on a walk to the top of the Glasgow Necropolis. You’ll find the best views over the city, right by the cathedral. And you can admire the Victorian architecture and learn about some of the 50,000 people buried there.

Where: G4 0UZ

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4. Glasgow University

Glasgow University is well known, but its hidden atmospheric cloisters make it a great spot for architecture and photography fans – or anyone wishing to admire the view.

Where: G12 8QQ

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5. Speirs Wharf, Glasgow

Stretch your legs along the canal basin – and take in cracking views of the city centre stretching below.

Where: Glasgow, G4 9TB

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Central Station

6. Central Station Tours, Glasgow

Go behind the scenes at a Glasgow icon – and below them, in underground passages and old platforms.

Where: G1 3SL 

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7. Chatelherault, Hamilton

The old hunting lodge is fabulous – as are the 
10 miles of walks, especially by the river.

Where: ML3 7UE

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8. Fossil Grove, Glasgow

The wee, tucked-away building in Victoria Park has 11 fossilised tree stumps dating back 330 million years, to a time when when dinosaurs roamed the earth.

Where: G14 9NY

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9. Tinto Hill, Biggar

Generations have cut their hillwalking teeth on the 707m cone-shaped hill – look for signs of the old Iron Age fort.

Where: ML12 6PD

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10. Biggar Gasworks, Biggar

Only open in the summer, but you can step into history at Scotland’s only preserved gasworks, which worked for more than 130 years.

Where: ML12 6BZ

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11. Cuningar Loop, Rutherglen

A Commonwealth Games legacy, and an east end delight – a huge, woodland park from derelict land.

Where: G73 1PW

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12. Walled Garden, Glasgow

The Victorian Walled Garden in Bellahouston Park is lovely. Then enjoy afternoon tea in House For An Art Lover, also in the park.

Where: G41 5BW

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13. Viewpark Gardens, Uddingston

Even nearby residents can overlook these gorgeous gardens with their glasshouses, mini waterfalls and more. They re-open in April.

Where: G71 6HG

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14. Panopticon, Glasgow,

The often overlooked Britannia Panopticon in Trongate is the world’s oldest surviving music hall. Stan Laurel made his debut here – having borrowed his dad’s best suit!

Where: G1 5HD

Want to explore more of Scotland? Head to our Scottish Gems section.