Saint Mary's, Glasgow

Name: Saint Mary's
Address: Glasgow, United Kingdom

#105 among attractions in Glasgow

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Saint Mary's is a Catholic church in Calton, Glasgow, Scotland. It is the second oldest church in the Archdiocese of Glasgow and acted as the Pro-Cathedral of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Glasgow from 14 August 2009 to April 2011, during the restoration of St Andrew's Cathedral. The church building on Abercromby Street, completed in 1842, is protected as a category A listed building. ()

Coordinates: 55°51'14"N, 4°13'36"W

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East End (Calton)Glasgow United Kingdom

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Day trips

Saint Mary's – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: People's Palace, St Mungo Museum of Religious Life & Art, Glasgow Necropolis, Glasgow Green.

0.4 miSW
Museum, History museum, Specialty museum
People's Palace, Glasgow
12 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...
0.7 miNW
Museum, Art museum, Specialty museum
St Mungo Museum of Religious Life & Art, Glasgow
18 min walk • The St Mungo Museum of Religious Life & Art is a unique institution nestled in the heart of Glasgow, United Kingdom, that offers a profound exploration of the world's major religions and their artistic expressions. Opened in 1993, the museum is named after Glasgow's...
0.6 miN
Cemetery
Glasgow Necropolis, Glasgow
16 min walk • The Glasgow Necropolis, a Victorian cemetery located in the city of Glasgow, United Kingdom, is a testament to the city's rich history and architectural heritage. Established in the early 19th century, this sprawling garden cemetery spans across 37 acres and is often...
0.4 miSW
Park, Playground
Glasgow Green, Glasgow
11 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.
0.7 miNW
Museum, History museum, Historical place
Provand's Lordship, Glasgow
19 min walk • The Provand's Lordship of Glasgow, Scotland, is a medieval historic house museum located at the top of Castle Street within sight of the Glasgow Cathedral and Glasgow Royal Infirmary, and next to the St Mungo Museum of Religious Life and Art.
0.6 miW
Obelisk
Nelson Monument, Glasgow
15 min walk • 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.
~1800 ftW
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.
0.7 miNW
Church
Barony Hall, Glasgow
18 min walk • Barony Hall, also known as Barony Church, is a red sandstone Victorian neo-Gothic-style building on Castle Street in Glasgow, Scotland, near Glasgow Cathedral, Glasgow Royal Infirmary and the city's oldest surviving house, Provand's Lordship.
0.6 miW
Church
St Andrew's in the Square, Glasgow
17 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.
0.8 miW
Theater, Concerts and shows, Bars and clubs
Tron Theatre, Glasgow
20 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.
0.4 miNW
Museum, Observatories and planetariums
Macfarlane Observatory, Glasgow
11 min walk • The Macfarlane Observatory was established at the University of Glasgow in 1757. It was the first purpose-built university observatory in Britain.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Saint Mary's?

Nearby attractions include Calton, Glasgow (6 min walk), Barrowland Ballroom, Glasgow (9 min walk), St. Anne's Church, Glasgow (9 min walk), Templeton On The Green, Glasgow (10 min walk).

How to get to Saint Mary's by public transport?

The nearest stations to Saint Mary's:

Bus

Gallowgate / Abercromby Street • Lines: 2, 61 (3 min walk)

Train

Bellgrove (6 min walk)
Bridgeton (10 min walk)

Metro

St Enoch • Lines: Subway (29 min walk)
Buchanan Street • Lines: Subway (31 min walk)