Toryglen, Glasgow

Name: Toryglen
Address: Glasgow, United Kingdom

#390 among attractions in Glasgow

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Toryglen is a district in southern Glasgow, Scotland, falling within the Langside ward under Glasgow City Council. It is approximately two miles south of the city centre, bounded to the west by Mount Florida, the north-west by Polmadie, to the north-east by the West Coast Main Line railway and the M74 motorway the south by King's Park, and immediately to the east by the town of Rutherglen. ()

Coordinates: 55°49'43"N, 4°14'12"W

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South Side (Toryglen)Glasgow United Kingdom

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

Nearby attractions include: Hampden Park, Govanhill Baths, Cathkin Park, Shawfield Stadium.

0.6 miW
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Hampden Park, Glasgow
16 min walk • Hampden Park, located in the bustling city of Glasgow, United Kingdom, is an iconic sport venue that resonates deeply with football fans. This historical stadium is not only the home of the Scotland national football team but also serves as a venue for major football...
1.2 miNW
Watersports, Swimming pool, Swimming
Govanhill Baths, Glasgow
32 min walk • Govanhill Baths, located in the vibrant heart of Glasgow, United Kingdom, stands as a historic testament to the city's social and architectural heritage. This Edwardian-era swimming pool, first opened to the public in 1914, was not just a place for leisure...
0.6 miW
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Cathkin Park, Glasgow
17 min walk • Cathkin Park, nestled in the city of Glasgow, United Kingdom, is a sporting venue steeped in history and local pride. This now largely forgotten football ground was once the home of Third Lanark A.C., a team that was a staple of Scottish football until its demise in...
0.7 miNE
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Shawfield Stadium, Glasgow
19 min walk • Shawfield Stadium, located in the bustling city of Glasgow, United Kingdom, stands as a testament to the enduring popularity of greyhound racing in the region. Originally opened in 1898, this sport venue has evolved from a multi-purpose stadium to a dedicated greyhound...
0.6 miSW
Museum, History museum
Scottish Football Museum, Glasgow
17 min walk • The Scottish Football Museum is Scotland’s national museum of association football, located in Hampden Park in Glasgow.
0.9 miE
City hall
Rutherglen Town Hall, Glasgow
23 min walk • Rutherglen Castle was located where Castle Street meets King Street in Rutherglen, Scotland. It was a large and important castle, having been built in the 13th century; the walls were reportedly 5 feet thick.
0.6 miNW
Park
Polmadie, Glasgow
15 min walk • Polmadie is a primarily industrial area of Glasgow in Scotland. Situated south of the River Clyde, Polmadie is close to residential neighbourhoods including Govanhill and Toryglen, with Oatlands and another large industrial zone at Shawfield to the north on the opposite side ...
1 miSW
Church
Cathcart Old Church, Glasgow
27 min walk • Cathcart Old Church is a Parish church of the Church of Scotland, located in the Cathcart area of Glasgow.
1.1 miNW
Cinema, Nightlife
Govanhill Picture House, Glasgow
30 min walk • Govanhill Picture House based in Govanhill, Glasgow, was an Egyptian-themed cinema built in 1926 which was designed by architect Eric A. Sutherland and seated 1,200. It remained in use as a cinema until 1961 and then as a bingo hall till 1974. Subsequently, the building was used as a warehouse.
1.1 miN
Cemetery
Southern Necropolis, Glasgow
29 min walk • The Southern Necropolis is a cemetery in the Gorbals district of southern Glasgow, Scotland. It was opened in the year 1840 to provide an affordable and respectable place of burial for the people of Gorbals and the surrounding areas of the city of Glasgow.
1.3 miSW
Forts and castles
Cathcart Castle, Glasgow
34 min walk • Cathcart Castle was a 15th-century castle, located in what is now Linn Park in the Cathcart area of southern Glasgow, Scotland. The castle was abandoned in the 18th century, and the remaining ruins were pulled down in 1980, leaving only foundations visible.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Toryglen?

Nearby attractions include Polmadie, Glasgow (15 min walk), Shawfield, Glasgow (16 min walk), Hampden Park, Glasgow (16 min walk), Scottish Football Museum, Glasgow (17 min walk).

How to get to Toryglen by public transport?

The nearest stations to Toryglen:

Train

Kings Park (19 min walk)
Croftfoot (20 min walk)

Bus

Castlemilk Road / Croftpark Avenue • Lines: M2 (24 min walk)
Castle Street • Lines: 14 (24 min walk)