Townhead, Glasgow

Name: Townhead
Address: Glasgow, United Kingdom

#387 among attractions in Glasgow

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Townhead is an area of the city of Glasgow, Scotland. It is situated immediately north-east of Glasgow city centre and contains a residential sector, a commercial/industrial sector and the campus of the University of Strathclyde. ()

Coordinates: 55°51'58"N, 4°14'34"W

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City Centre (Townhead)Glasgow United Kingdom

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

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

~1860 ftSE
Museum, Art museum, Specialty museum
St Mungo Museum of Religious Life & Art, Glasgow
9 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...
0.5 miSW
Square
George Square, Glasgow
12 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.
~1710 ftSW
Dancing, Nightlife
University of Strathclyde Students' Association, Glasgow
9 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...
~1590 ftSE
Medieval edifice with ornate windows
Glasgow Cathedral, Glasgow
8 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...
0.5 miW
Nightlife, Cinema
Cineworld Glasgow, Glasgow
12 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.
~1800 ftSE
Museum, History museum, Historical place
Provand's Lordship, Glasgow
9 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.
0.4 miSW
Architecture, Historical place
City Chambers, Glasgow
11 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.
0.4 miW
Music and shows, Nightlife, Music venue
Glasgow Royal Concert Hall, Glasgow
11 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.
~1930 ftSE
Church
Barony Hall, Glasgow
10 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 ftE
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.
0.5 miW
Theater, Concerts and shows
Pavilion Theatre, Glasgow
14 min walk • The Pavilion Theatre is a theatre in Glasgow located on Renfield Street.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Townhead?

Nearby attractions include International Christian College, Glasgow (5 min walk), St Mungo's Church, Glasgow (5 min walk), Andersonian Library, Glasgow (6 min walk), Rottenrow, Glasgow (8 min walk).

How to get to Townhead by public transport?

The nearest stations to Townhead:

Bus

Cathedral Street / Allen Glen Place • Lines: 38 (6 min walk)
Cathedral Street / Taylor Street • Lines: 38, 38A (6 min walk)

Train

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

Metro

Buchanan Street • Lines: Subway (13 min walk)
Cowcaddens • Lines: Subway (17 min walk)