Cathedral Square, Glasgow

Name: Cathedral Square
Address: Glasgow, United Kingdom

#194 among attractions in Glasgow

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Cathedral Square is a public square in the city of Glasgow, Scotland. Cathedral Square and precinct is situated adjacent to Glasgow Cathedral on High Street/Castle Street at John Knox Street. Nearby are many famous Glasgow Landmarks such as Provand's Lordship, Glasgow Royal Infirmary, Necropolis, the ceremonial Barony Hall of Strathclyde University, and the Glasgow Evangelical Church at the Square. It is one of six public squares and precincts in the city centre. ()

Coordinates: 55°51'42"N, 4°14'9"W

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City Centre (Townhead)Glasgow United Kingdom

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Cathedral Square – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

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

~300 ftN
Museum, Art museum, Specialty museum
St Mungo Museum of Religious Life & Art, Glasgow
2 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...
~1060 ftE
Cemetery
Glasgow Necropolis, Glasgow
6 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 miW
Dancing, Nightlife
University of Strathclyde Students' Association, Glasgow
12 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...
~530 ftNW
Medieval edifice with ornate windows
Glasgow Cathedral, Glasgow
3 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...
~320 ftNW
Museum, History museum, Historical place
Provand's Lordship, Glasgow
2 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 miW
Architecture, Historical place
City Chambers, Glasgow
13 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 miS
Music and shows, Nightlife, Music venue
Barrowland Ballroom, Glasgow
12 min walk • The Barrowland Ballroom is a dance hall and music venue in Glasgow, Scotland.
~230 ftW
Church
Barony Hall, Glasgow
2 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.
~1490 ftN
Church, Gothic Revival architecture
St Mungo's Church, Glasgow
8 min walk • St Mungo's Church is a Roman Catholic Parish Church in the Townhead area of Glasgow, Scotland.
0.5 miSW
Theater, Concerts and shows, Bars and clubs
Tron Theatre, Glasgow
14 min walk • The Tron Theatre is located at the corner of Trongate and Chisholm Street, in what was formerly the Collegiate Church of Our Lady and St Anne in the Merchant City area of Glasgow, Scotland. The Tron Steeple still stands adjacent to the theatre.
~1640 ftS
Museum, Observatories and planetariums
Macfarlane Observatory, Glasgow
8 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)

Which popular attractions are close to Cathedral Square?

Nearby attractions include Barony Hall, Glasgow (2 min walk), St Mungo Museum of Religious Life & Art, Glasgow (2 min walk), Provand's Lordship, Glasgow (2 min walk), Glasgow Cathedral, Glasgow (3 min walk).

How to get to Cathedral Square by public transport?

The nearest stations to Cathedral Square:

Bus

Castle Street / Rottenrow • Lines: c1 (1 min walk)
Cathedral Street / Collins Street • Lines: 38, 38A (3 min walk)

Train

High Street (6 min walk)
Bellgrove (15 min walk)

Metro

Buchanan Street • Lines: Subway (18 min walk)
St Enoch • Lines: Subway (21 min walk)