Glasgow University Library, Glasgow

Name: Glasgow University Library
Address: Hillhead St., Glasgow, G12 8QE, United Kingdom
Telephone: +44 141 330 6704

#248 among attractions in Glasgow

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Facts and practical information

The University of Glasgow Library in Scotland is one of the oldest and largest university libraries in Europe. At the turn of the 21st century, the main library building itself held 1,347,000 catalogued print books, and 53,300 journals. In total, the university library system including branch libraries now holds approximately 2.5 million books and journals, along with access to 1,853,000 e-books, and over 50,000 e-journals. The University also holds extensive archival material in a separate building. This includes the Scottish Business Archive, which alone amounts to 6.2 kilometers of manuscripts. ()

Established: 1475 (549 years ago)Coordinates: 55°52'24"N, 4°17'21"W

Address

Hillhead St.West End (Hillhead)Glasgow G12 8QE United Kingdom

Contact

+44 141 330 6704

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Day trips

Glasgow University Library – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, Glasgow University Union, Hunterian Museum and Art Gallery, Glasgow Botanic Gardens.

~1820 ftS
Grand building of art and natural history
Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, Glasgow
9 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...
~880 ftE
Nightlife, Universities and schools
Glasgow University Union, Glasgow
5 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...
~650 ftSE
Scotland’s oldest public museum
Hunterian Museum and Art Gallery, Glasgow
4 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...
0.4 miN
Park with tropical plants in glasshouse
Glasgow Botanic Gardens, Glasgow
12 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...
0.4 miSW
Museum
Glasgow Museum of Transport, Glasgow
10 min walk • The Glasgow Museum of Transport, nestled in the bustling city of Glasgow, United Kingdom, is a haven for enthusiasts of locomotion and Scottish industrial heritage. This museum, dedicated to preserving the rich history of transport in the region, offers a fascinating...
0.4 miS
Old park with bandstand and amphitheatre
Kelvingrove Park, Glasgow
11 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Glasgow's vibrant West End, Kelvingrove Park is a verdant oasis that has been a cherished part of the city's heritage since its opening in 1852. This picturesque park spans over 85 acres and is renowned for its stunning Victorian design, which...
0.4 miE
Concerts and shows, Theater
Websters Theatre, Glasgow
11 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.
~630 ftS
Church
University of Glasgow Memorial Chapel, Glasgow
4 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.
~1980 ftW
Church
Partick Trinity Church, Glasgow
10 min walk • Partick Trinity Church is a 19th century Parish church of the Church of Scotland, located in the Partick area of Glasgow, Scotland.
~1760 ftNW
Church, Gothic Revival architecture
Kelvinside Hillhead Parish Church, Glasgow
9 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.
~1280 ftN
Watersports, Swimming pool, Swimming
Western Baths, Glasgow
7 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.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Glasgow University Library open?

Glasgow University Library is open:

Monday 7:15 am - 2 am
Tuesday 7:15 am - 2 am
Wednesday 7:15 am - 2 am
Thursday 7:15 am - 2 am
Friday 7:15 am - 2 am
Saturday 7:15 am - 2 am
Sunday 7:15 am - 2 am

Which popular attractions are close to Glasgow University Library?

Nearby attractions include University of Glasgow Memorial Gates, Glasgow (3 min walk), Wellington Church, Glasgow (3 min walk), University of Glasgow Memorial Chapel, Glasgow (4 min walk), Hunterian Museum and Art Gallery, Glasgow (4 min walk).

How to get to Glasgow University Library by public transport?

The nearest stations to Glasgow University Library:

Bus

University Avenue / Southpark Avenue • Lines: c1 (2 min walk)
Byres Road / Ashton Lane • Lines: 15, 8, 90 (6 min walk)

Metro

Hillhead • Lines: Subway (6 min walk)
Kelvinbridge • Lines: Subway (10 min walk)

Train

Partick (21 min walk)
Exhibition Centre (22 min walk)