City Chambers, Glasgow

Name: City Chambers
Address: 80 George Square, Glasgow, G2 1DU, United Kingdom
Telephone: +44 141 287 2000

#60 among attractions in Glasgow

Architecture, Historical place

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Facts and practical information

The City Chambers or Municipal Buildings in Glasgow, Scotland, has functioned as the headquarters of Glasgow City Council since 1996, and of preceding forms of municipal government in the city since 1889. It is located on the eastern side of the city's George Square. It is a Category A listed building. ()

Alternative names: Built: 1888 (136 years ago)Architectural style: Victorian architectureCoordinates: 55°51'39"N, 4°14'54"W

Address

80 George SquareCity Centre (Merchant City)Glasgow G2 1DU United Kingdom

Contact

+44 141 287 2000

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Day trips

City Chambers – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Buchanan Street, Gallery of Modern Art, Princes Square, George Square.

~1140 ftW
Shopping and victorian architecture
Buchanan Street, Glasgow
6 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Glasgow, Buchanan Street serves as the bustling epicenter of the city's retail and cultural life. Renowned as one of the main shopping thoroughfares in the United Kingdom, this pedestrian boulevard is lined with architectural grandeur and a...
~930 ftW
Museum, Art museum, Modern art museum
Gallery of Modern Art, Glasgow
5 min walk • The Gallery of Modern Art, nestled in the heart of Glasgow, United Kingdom, stands as a testament to contemporary creativity and the vibrant art scene of the city. This premier destination for art enthusiasts and casual visitors alike is housed in an elegant...
~1300 ftSW
Shopping, Shopping centre
Princes Square, Glasgow
7 min walk • Princes Square, nestled in the heart of Glasgow, is a quintessential shopping haven that offers a luxurious retail experience in a historic setting. This elegant shopping centre, renowned for its distinctive architecture and upscale boutiques, has become a landmark for...
~420 ftW
Square
George Square, Glasgow
3 min walk • George Square is a grand civic space that lies at the very heart of Glasgow, the largest city in Scotland. It is a central hub of activity, framed by architecturally significant buildings that reflect the city's rich Victorian heritage.
~540 ftN
Dancing, Nightlife
University of Strathclyde Students' Association, Glasgow
3 min walk • The University of Strathclyde Students' Association (USSA) is the beating heart of student life for those studying at the University of Strathclyde, located in the vibrant city of Glasgow, United Kingdom. As a hub of activity, the association is dedicated to enriching...
~820 ftW
Monuments and statues, Historical place
Duke of Wellington Statue, Glasgow
4 min walk • In the heart of Glasgow stands a statue that has become as much a symbol of the city's character as it is a monument to a historical figure. The Duke of Wellington Statue, located outside the Gallery of Modern Art on Royal Exchange Square, is a familiar sight to both...
~1440 ftS
Music and shows, Nightlife, Music venue
Britannia Music Hall, Glasgow
7 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.
~1240 ftW
Church, Sacred and religious sites
St George's Tron Church, Glasgow
6 min walk • The St George's Tron Church, in Glasgow, Scotland, is a Church of Scotland church in the city centre, located in Nelson Mandela Place, previously known as St George's Place, fronting Buchanan Street at West George Street, along from Queen Street Station.
~1450 ftS
Museum, Art museum, Art gallery
Sharmanka Kinetic Theatre, Glasgow
8 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.
~1040 ftSE
Music and shows, Nightlife, Music venue
Glasgow City Halls, Glasgow
6 min walk • Glasgow's City Halls and Old Fruitmarket is a concert hall and former market located on Candleriggs, in the Merchant City, Glasgow, Scotland.
~920 ftNE
Street, Park
Rottenrow, Glasgow
5 min walk • Rottenrow is a street in the city of Glasgow in Scotland. It is located at Townhead, in the northern periphery of the city centre, and is located entirely within the John Anderson Campus of the University of Strathclyde.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is City Chambers open?

City Chambers is open:

Monday 9 am - 5 pm
Tuesday 9 am - 5 pm
Wednesday 9 am - 5 pm
Thursday 9 am - 5 pm
Friday 9 am - 5 pm
Saturday closed
Sunday closed

Which popular attractions are close to City Chambers?

Nearby attractions include Cochrane Street, Glasgow (2 min walk), George Square, Glasgow (3 min walk), Hutchesons' Hall, Glasgow (3 min walk), Merchant City, Glasgow (4 min walk).

How to get to City Chambers by public transport?

The nearest stations to City Chambers:

Bus

George Square / North Hanover Street • Lines: 6A (2 min walk)
North Frederick Street / Martha Street • Lines: 38 (2 min walk)

Train

Glasgow Queen Street Low Level (4 min walk)
Glasgow Queen Street (5 min walk)

Metro

Buchanan Street • Lines: Subway (6 min walk)
St Enoch • Lines: Subway (9 min walk)