Kelvinbridge, Glasgow

Name: Kelvinbridge
Address: Glasgow, United Kingdom

#136 among attractions in Glasgow

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Kelvinbridge is the common name of the Great Western Bridge, a cast iron road and pedestrian bridge located in the West End of the city of Glasgow, Scotland, built to carry the Great Western Road at a high level across the River Kelvin. Completed in 1891 by Bell & Miller, it replaced an older stone bridge, and has a similar design to the Partick Bridge crossing the same river, located a short distance to the south-west. It has been a Category A listed structure since 1986. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 55°52'30"N, 4°16'52"W

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West End (Hillhead)Glasgow United Kingdom

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Kelvinbridge – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, Glasgow University Union, Hunterian Museum and Art Gallery, Queen's Cross Church.

0.6 miSW
Grand building of art and natural history
Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, Glasgow
15 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Glasgow, the Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum stands as a beacon of culture and history in Scotland's most vibrant city. This majestic building, which first opened its doors in 1901, is not only an architectural masterpiece but also one of the...
~1180 ftSW
Nightlife, Universities and schools
Glasgow University Union, Glasgow
6 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Glasgow's historic West End, the Glasgow University Union (GUU) is a cornerstone of student life at the University of Glasgow. With its origins dating back to 1885, the Union has a rich heritage and plays a key role in the social and cultural...
~1770 ftSW
Scotland’s oldest public museum
Hunterian Museum and Art Gallery, Glasgow
9 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Glasgow, the Hunterian Museum and Art Gallery stands as a beacon of culture and history in Scotland's most vibrant city. This esteemed institution is not only the oldest public museum in Scotland but also a cornerstone of the University of...
0.5 miNE
Church, Art Nouveau architecture, Architecture
Queen's Cross Church, Glasgow
14 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Glasgow's vibrant West End, Queen's Cross Church stands as a beacon of architectural splendor and historical significance. This church, designed by the renowned Scottish architect Charles Rennie Mackintosh, is a testament to the unique blend of...
0.5 miNW
Park with tropical plants in glasshouse
Glasgow Botanic Gardens, Glasgow
13 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Glasgow's West End, the Glasgow Botanic Gardens is a verdant oasis renowned for its extensive collection of tropical and temperate flora. Established in 1817, the gardens have become one of the city's most beloved attractions, offering a...
~630 ftE
Concerts and shows, Theater
Websters Theatre, Glasgow
4 min walk • Websters is a theatre in Glasgow, Scotland. It also operates as a bar and restaurant. Websters occupies the building of the 19th-century former Lansdowne Parish Church.
0.4 miSW
Church
University of Glasgow Memorial Chapel, Glasgow
11 min walk • The University of Glasgow Memorial Chapel is an interfaith chapel at the University of Glasgow, Scotland. It was consecrated on 4 October 1929, and is dedicated to the memory of the former students and staff of the University who lost their lives in the First World War.
0.5 miW
Church, Gothic Revival architecture
Kelvinside Hillhead Parish Church, Glasgow
13 min walk • Kelvinside Hillhead Parish Church, originally Hillhead Parish Church, is a parish church of the Church of Scotland, serving the Hillhead and Kelvinside areas of Glasgow, Scotland. It is within the Church of Scotland's Presbytery of Glasgow.
~1360 ftE
Church, Gothic Revival architecture
St Mary's Cathedral, Glasgow
7 min walk • The Cathedral Church of St Mary the Virgin, commonly called St Mary's Cathedral, is a cathedral of the Scottish Episcopal Church. It is located on the Great Western Road, in the west end of Glasgow, Scotland.
0.4 miW
Watersports, Swimming pool, Swimming
Western Baths, Glasgow
10 min walk • The Western Baths Club is a Victorian era private swimming and leisure club founded in 1876. The club remains at its original site at 12 Cranworth Street, Hillhead, Glasgow.
0.4 miW
Church
Hillhead Baptist Church, Glasgow
11 min walk • Hillhead Baptist Church is a Baptist church in the west end of Glasgow, Scotland. It was admitted to the Baptist Union of Scotland in 1883, when the church opened.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Kelvinbridge?

Nearby attractions include Websters Theatre, Glasgow (4 min walk), The Stand Comedy Club, Glasgow (6 min walk), Kelvin Stevenson Memorial Church, Glasgow (6 min walk), Glasgow University Union, Glasgow (6 min walk).

How to get to Kelvinbridge by public transport?

The nearest stations to Kelvinbridge:

Metro

Kelvinbridge • Lines: Subway (2 min walk)
Hillhead • Lines: Subway (12 min walk)

Bus

Great Western Road / Hamilton Park Avenue • Lines: 6A (3 min walk)

Train

Charing Cross (22 min walk)
Exhibition Centre (24 min walk)