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Main Gates of The Botanic Gardens

We begin our journey today with a little introduction and then the history of this fine city and how it came to be.

Miracle Stories and Saint Mungo

Learn the tale of Saint Mungo, the patron saint and founder of Glasgow.

Kibble Palace and The Botanic Gardens

At this stop hear the origins of Glasgow's Botanical Gardens, and the story of eccentric inventor John Kibble.

The Hidden Railway Station

Now the hidden railway, once connecting the east and west of the city, sadly closed due to a lack of use.

Hillhead Book Club and Byers Road

You are now standing in one of the newest parts of Glasgow, learn of its development and impact.

Tenements and The Western Baths

The Western Bath House was once a very exclusive Victorian swim and leisure club, with rather distinctive facilities.

The Curlers Rest and Ruthven Lane

The Curlers Rest is the oldest pub in Glasgow's West End, and finds itself next door to one of the Glasgow Subway stops, learn some of the interesting history of our underground lines.

Ashton Lane

A stop now in one of the trendiest parts of the city, and its easy to see why. When you're finished, continue to your next location, the Memorial Gates of Glasgow University, taking the time to admire the former Professors lodgings.

University of Glasgow

You are now by the gates of Glasgow University, learn the history of this grand building and estate.

Kelvingrove Park (Play while walking)

As you walk learn about the creation of Kelvingrove Park and its famous exhibitions.

The Stewart Memorial Fountain

Learn at this location of Lord Provost Robert Stewart and his commemorative fountain.

Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum

At our final stop today we will learn the history of this great building, the Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum.We thank you all for your company today and hope you have enjoyed your adventure around Glasgow's West End, if you still have the time and desire, pop into the museum now for a look at what it has to offer and maybe some tea or coffee.

Glasgow West End
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