Renfrew, Glasgow

Name: Renfrew
Address: Glasgow, United Kingdom

#266 among attractions in Glasgow

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Renfrew is a town 6 miles west of Glasgow in the west central Lowlands of Scotland. It is the historic county town of Renfrewshire. Called the "Cradle of the Royal Stewarts" for its early link with Scotland's former royal house, Renfrew gained royal burgh status in 1397. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 55°52'15"N, 4°23'20"W

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

Nearby attractions include: Braehead, Braehead Arena, Renfrew Town Hall, Robertson Park.

1 miNE
Shopping, Shopping centre
Braehead, Glasgow
26 min walk • Braehead Shopping Centre stands as a beacon of modern retail and entertainment within the bustling city of Glasgow, United Kingdom. Opened in 1999, this expansive complex has become a central hub for shoppers and families alike, offering a diverse range of outlets...
1 miE
Sport venue, Sport, Entertainment
Braehead Arena, Glasgow
26 min walk • Braehead Arena, located on the outskirts of Glasgow, United Kingdom, is a premier sports venue that has become a cornerstone for both local and international events. This versatile arena, nestled within the bustling Braehead Shopping Centre area, is a hub of activity...
0.6 miN
City hall, Gothic Revival architecture
Renfrew Town Hall, Clydebank
15 min walk • Renfrew Town Hall is a municipal facility at The Cross, Renfrew, Renfrewshire, Scotland. The town hall, which was the headquarters of the royal burgh of Renfrew, is a Category A listed building.
0.4 miNW
Park, Garden
Robertson Park, Glasgow
12 min walk • Robertson Park is in Renfrew, Scotland. It has recreational parkland and garden areas which are open to the public.
1.1 miE
Museum
Scottish Maritime Museum, Glasgow
29 min walk • The Scottish Maritime Museum is an industrial museum with a Collection Recognised as Nationally Significant to Scotland. It is located at two sites in the West of Scotland in Irvine and Dumbarton, with a focus on Scotland's shipbuilding heritage.
1 miNW
Bridge
White Cart Bridge, Glasgow
26 min walk • White Cart Bridge is a Scherzer rolling lift bascule bridge situated on the A8 road in Renfrew, Scotland. The bridge crosses White Cart Water at the confluence with the Black Cart River.
0.7 miN
Forts and castles
Renfrew Castle, Glasgow
17 min walk • Renfrew Castle was situated at the royal burgh of Renfrew, Scotland, which is near the confluence of the River Clyde and the River Cart.
1.3 miSW
Neighbourhood
Gallowhill, Paisley
32 min walk • Gallowhill is a housing estate in the north east of Paisley, a town in Renfrewshire, Scotland. Its approximate boundaries are formed by the M8 motorway to the north, the A741 Renfrew Rd to the west, to the south the Inverclyde railway line with Arkleston Farm making up the estate's eastern border.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Renfrew?

Nearby attractions include Robertson Park, Glasgow (12 min walk), Renfrew Town Hall, Clydebank (15 min walk), Renfrew Castle, Glasgow (17 min walk).

How to get to Renfrew by public transport?

The nearest stations to Renfrew:

Bus

Renfrew Town Hall • Lines: 101 (14 min walk)
Dumbarton Road / Blawarthill Street • Lines: 2 (31 min walk)

Train

Hillington West (32 min walk)
Garscadden (39 min walk)