Published in Scotland Magazine Issue 15 on 18/7/2004.

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Glasgow and the Clyde Valley

The best places to visit, stay and eat, by Kate Ennis

What to do and see

Central Glasgow

Clydebuilt
King’s Inch Road
The Scottish Maritime Museum’s newest attraction tells the story of Glasgow and the Clyde from tobacco to shipbuilding.
Tel: +44 (0)141 886 1013

Glasgow Cathedral
Cathedral Square
One of the most magnificent buildings of medieval Scotland, it is a rare example of a complete pre-Reformation Scottish Cathedral.
Tel: +44 (0)141 552 6981

Glasgow Necropolis
Cathedral Square
Adjacent to Glasgow Cathedral, this spectacular cemetery – modelled on Pere la Chaise in Paris – is renowned for its beautiful tombs and excellent views over the city.

Glasgow Science Centre
Pacific Quay
Explore the world of science and technology with over interactive 300 exhibits, shows, workshops and labs. This futuristic building also houses Scotland’s only IMAX theatre and there is a tower to look out over the city.
Tel: +44 (0)141 420 5000

Hunterian Museum
University of Glasgow
Scotland’s oldest public museum with exhibits including coins, dinosaurs, gems and Roman archaeology.
Tel: +44 (0)141 330 4221

Merchant Square
Albion Street
At the heart of the historic Merchant City area, this covered and heated courtyard (part of the old Glasgow fruit market) houses an exciting range of shops, bars and restaurants with terraced seating areas.
Tel: +44 (0)141 552 5908

Museum of Transport
Kelvin Hall
The history of transport on land and sea comes to life here, with dramatic displays of cars, trains, bikes, buses and boats.
Tel: +44 (0)141 287 27.....

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By Kate Ennis

Section : Regional Focus

Page number : 50