St Mungo's Church, Glasgow

Name: St Mungo's Church
Address: 52 Parson St, Glasgow, G4 0RX, United Kingdom
Telephone: +44 141 552 1823

#118 among attractions in Glasgow

Church, Gothic Revival architecture

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Facts and practical information

St Mungo's Church is a Roman Catholic Parish Church in the Townhead area of Glasgow, Scotland. It was built in 1841, with later work done on the church in 1877, and designed by George Goldie. It is situated on the corner of Parson Street and Glebe Street, east of St Mungo's Catholic Primary School and west of the Springburn Road. It was founded by the Passionists, is a Gothic Revival church and is a category B listed building. ()

Completed: 1877 (147 years ago)Architectural style: Gothic revivalCoordinates: 55°51'56"N, 4°14'17"W

Address

52 Parson StCity Centre (Townhead)Glasgow G4 0RX United Kingdom

Contact

+44 141 552 1823

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Day trips

St Mungo's Church – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: St Mungo Museum of Religious Life & Art, Glasgow Necropolis, George Square, University of Strathclyde Students' Association.

~1190 ftS
Museum, Art museum, Specialty museum
St Mungo Museum of Religious Life & Art, Glasgow
6 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...
~1840 ftSE
Cemetery
Glasgow Necropolis, Glasgow
9 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...
0.6 miSW
Square
George Square, Glasgow
15 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.
0.4 miSW
Dancing, Nightlife
University of Strathclyde Students' Association, Glasgow
11 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...
~990 ftS
Medieval edifice with ornate windows
Glasgow Cathedral, Glasgow
5 min walk • Glasgow Cathedral stands as an architectural testament to the city's medieval history and is a beacon of religious significance in Glasgow, United Kingdom. This imposing church, also known as St. Mungo's Cathedral, is one of the few Scottish medieval churches to have...
0.6 miW
Nightlife, Cinema
Cineworld Glasgow, Glasgow
17 min walk • Cineworld Glasgow Renfrew Street is a cinema on Renfrew Street, Glasgow, located in the north-east of the city centre. It is adjacent to Buchanan Bus Station and the Glasgow Royal Concert Hall, as well as being close to Sauchiehall Street and Buchanan Galleries.
~1190 ftS
Museum, History museum, Historical place
Provand's Lordship, Glasgow
6 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.
0.5 miSW
Architecture, Historical place
City Chambers, Glasgow
14 min walk • 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.
0.6 miW
Music and shows, Nightlife, Music venue
Glasgow Royal Concert Hall, Glasgow
15 min walk • Glasgow Royal Concert Hall is a major concert and arts venue, in the city of Glasgow, Scotland. It is owned by Glasgow City Council and operated by Glasgow Life, an agency of Glasgow City Council, which also runs Glasgow's City Halls and Old Fruitmarket venue.
~1370 ftS
Church
Barony Hall, Glasgow
7 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 miS
Museum, Observatories and planetariums
Macfarlane Observatory, Glasgow
15 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)

When is St Mungo's Church open?

St Mungo's Church is open:

Monday 9:30 am - 1 pm & 5:15 pm - 6:30 pm
Tuesday 9:30 am - 1 pm & 5:15 pm - 6:30 pm
Wednesday 9:30 am - 1 pm & 5:15 pm - 6:30 pm
Thursday 9:30 am - 1 pm & 5:15 pm - 6:30 pm
Friday 9:30 am - 1 pm & 5:15 pm - 6:30 pm
Saturday 9:30 am - 1 pm & 4 pm - 8 pm
Sunday 9:30 am - 1 pm & 6:30 pm - 8 pm

Which popular attractions are close to St Mungo's Church?

Nearby attractions include International Christian College, Glasgow (4 min walk), Andersonian Library, Glasgow (5 min walk), Townhead, Glasgow (5 min walk), Glasgow Cathedral, Glasgow (5 min walk).

How to get to St Mungo's Church by public transport?

The nearest stations to St Mungo's Church:

Bus

Castle Street / Royal Infirmary • Lines: 38, 38A (3 min walk)
St James Road / Glebe Street • Lines: 38 (4 min walk)

Train

High Street (12 min walk)
Glasgow Queen Street Low Level (14 min walk)

Metro

Buchanan Street • Lines: Subway (17 min walk)
Cowcaddens • Lines: Subway (22 min walk)