Andersonian Library, Glasgow

Name: Andersonian Library
Address: Glasgow, United Kingdom

#462 among attractions in Glasgow

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The Andersonian Library is the university library of the University of Strathclyde in Glasgow, Scotland. Established in 1796, it is one of the largest of its type in Scotland. ()

Established: 1796 (228 years ago)Coordinates: 55°51'48"N, 4°14'26"W

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City Centre (Townhead)Glasgow United Kingdom

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Andersonian Library – 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.

~950 ftE
Museum, Art museum, Specialty museum
St Mungo Museum of Religious Life & Art, Glasgow
5 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...
0.4 miE
Cemetery
Glasgow Necropolis, Glasgow
10 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
Square
George Square, Glasgow
11 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.
~1460 ftW
Dancing, Nightlife
University of Strathclyde Students' Association, Glasgow
8 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...
~680 ftE
Medieval edifice with ornate windows
Glasgow Cathedral, Glasgow
4 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...
~850 ftSE
Museum, History museum, Historical place
Provand's Lordship, Glasgow
5 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.
~1810 ftSW
Architecture, Historical place
City Chambers, Glasgow
9 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.
0.5 miW
Music and shows, Nightlife, Music venue
Glasgow Royal Concert Hall, Glasgow
13 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.
~930 ftSE
Church
Barony Hall, Glasgow
5 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.
~960 ftNE
Church, Gothic Revival architecture
St Mungo's Church, Glasgow
5 min walk • St Mungo's Church is a Roman Catholic Parish Church in the Townhead area of Glasgow, Scotland.
~1880 ftSW
Music and shows, Nightlife, Music venue
Glasgow City Halls, Glasgow
10 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.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Andersonian Library?

Nearby attractions include International Christian College, Glasgow (2 min walk), Glasgow Cathedral, Glasgow (4 min walk), Provand's Lordship, Glasgow (5 min walk), Rottenrow, Glasgow (5 min walk).

How to get to Andersonian Library by public transport?

The nearest stations to Andersonian Library:

Bus

Cathedral Street / Taylor Street • Lines: 38, 38A (2 min walk)
Cathedral Street / Allen Glen Place • Lines: 38 (4 min walk)

Train

High Street (8 min walk)
Glasgow Queen Street Low Level (11 min walk)

Metro

Buchanan Street • Lines: Subway (13 min walk)
St Enoch • Lines: Subway (18 min walk)