Nelson Monument, Glasgow

Name: Nelson Monument
Address: Glasgow, United Kingdom

#73 among attractions in Glasgow

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Facts and practical information

The Nelson Monument is a commemorative obelisk built in 1806 in honour of Vice Admiral Horatio Nelson, constructed the year after his death at the Battle of Trafalgar. It is located within Glasgow Green, a historic public park in Glasgow, Scotland. It stands 144 feet tall, and its square plinth is enclosed by cast iron railings. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 55°51'5"N, 4°14'26"W

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East End (Calton)Glasgow United Kingdom

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Nelson Monument – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: People's Palace, The 13th Note, Glasgow Green, Glasgow Central Mosque.

~750 ftE
Museum, History museum, Specialty museum
People's Palace, Glasgow
4 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Glasgow Green, the People's Palace stands as a testament to the cultural and social history of the people of Glasgow. Established in 1898, this museum offers a poignant and comprehensive look into the lives of Glaswegians from the 18th century...
0.4 miNW
Nightlife
The 13th Note, Glasgow
11 min walk • The 13th Note is a cultural hub nestled in the heart of Glasgow, United Kingdom, known for its eclectic mix of music, art, and vegetarian cuisine. This unique venue, which has garnered a reputation as a cornerstone of the city's independent music scene, is a haven for...
~1610 ftSE
Park, Playground
Glasgow Green, Glasgow
8 min walk • Glasgow Green is a historic park located in the east end of Glasgow, Scotland, and is the city's oldest public park. This expansive green space spans 136 acres and is a beloved haven for both locals and tourists seeking a tranquil escape from the urban bustle.
0.4 miW
Sacred and religious sites, Mosque
Glasgow Central Mosque, Glasgow
11 min walk • Glasgow Central Mosque is located on the south bank of the River Clyde in the Gorbals district of central Glasgow. The organization, 'Muslims in Britain' classify the Glasgow Central Mosque as, Deobandi.
0.5 miNW
Music and shows, Nightlife, Music venue
Britannia Music Hall, Glasgow
12 min walk • The Britannia Music Hall in Trongate, Glasgow, Scotland is one of the oldest remaining music halls in Britain. It is located above an amusement arcade, at 113-117 Trongate. Built in 1857/58 by and for city builder Archibald Blair whose architects were Thomas Gildard and Robert H. M.
~1720 ftNE
Music and shows, Nightlife, Music venue
Barrowland Ballroom, Glasgow
9 min walk • The Barrowland Ballroom is a dance hall and music venue in Glasgow, Scotland.
~1330 ftN
Church
St Andrew's in the Square, Glasgow
7 min walk • St Andrew's in the Square is an 18th-century category-A-listed former church in Glasgow, Scotland, considered one of the finest classical churches in Scotland, and now Glasgow's Centre for Scottish Culture, promoting Scottish music, song and dance.
0.4 miW
Bridge
Victoria Bridge, Glasgow
12 min walk • Victoria Bridge is a category A listed road bridge spanning the River Clyde in Glasgow, Scotland. Victoria Bridge is the oldest surviving bridge in Glasgow, lying at the foot of Stockwell Street in the city centre.
~1420 ftW
Bridge
Albert Bridge, Glasgow
7 min walk • The Albert Bridge is a road bridge that spans the River Clyde in Glasgow, Scotland, near Glasgow Green. The bridge opened in 1871. It links the Saltmarket in the city centre with Crown Street on the city’s south side. It is category A listed, and named after Queen Victoria's consort, Prince Albert.
0.4 miNW
Museum, Art museum, Art gallery
Sharmanka Kinetic Theatre, Glasgow
12 min walk • The Sharmanka Kinetic Gallery is a theatre of kinetic sculpture, where hundreds of carved figures and pieces of old scrap perform an incredible choreography to haunting music and synchronised light, telling the humorous and tragic stories of the human spirit as it struggles against the relentless circles of life and death.
0.4 miNW
Theater, Concerts and shows, Bars and clubs
Tron Theatre, Glasgow
11 min walk • The Tron Theatre is located at the corner of Trongate and Chisholm Street, in what was formerly the Collegiate Church of Our Lady and St Anne in the Merchant City area of Glasgow, Scotland. The Tron Steeple still stands adjacent to the theatre.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Nelson Monument?

Nearby attractions include Glasgow Green, Glasgow (2 min walk), People's Palace, Glasgow (4 min walk), St Andrew's-by-the-Green, Glasgow (6 min walk), St Andrew's Square, Glasgow (7 min walk).

How to get to Nelson Monument by public transport?

The nearest stations to Nelson Monument:

Bus

Glasgow Green/ Peoples Palace • Lines: c1 (4 min walk)
London Road / Charlotte Street • Lines: c1 (6 min walk)

Train

High Street (14 min walk)
Argyle Street (15 min walk)

Metro

Bridge Street • Lines: Subway (18 min walk)
St Enoch • Lines: Subway (18 min walk)