Autism Friendly
Early opening and family workshop
- Tickets
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Free - ticket required
- Dates and times
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Wednesday 15th Apr 2026
10:00am
- Age
- All ages
This time slot is for visitors who prefer a calmer, less crowded environment. During a quiet opening we reduce noise levels, flashing lights and crowds as much as possible.
In the same time slot, we’ll have a family-friendly
workshop in our accessible, top floor studio. This will be in a calmer less
crowded environment with access to a quiet safe space. We will celebrate the 30th
anniversary of GoMA with a variety of simple art techniques.
Sensory bags which include ear defenders are
available for visitors to use during their time in the museum. These can be
collected from the reception.
There will
be a Quiet Safe Space in the North Room. Please ask a member of staff
for directions.
We have created visual storyboards, which help you
see around our museum before your visit.
The GoMA Visual Storyboard can be found here: https://www.glasgowlife.org.uk/media/4hahdrd2/goma-storyboard-2023.pdf
The AccessAble guide can be found here: https://www.accessable.co.uk/glasgow-city-council/access-guides/goma-gallery-of-modern-art-glasgow
Get your ticket for the workshop: https://autismfriendlygoma.eventbrite.co.uk
Accessibility guides
Read the accessibility guide for GoMA on AccessAble
Further information can be found on Euan's Guide website
Accessible toilets
The accessible toilet is located on the lower ground floor.
Assistance dogs
Guide and assistance dogs are welcome and water bowls can be provided.
Hearing loop
If you use British Sign Language, you can watch a British Sign Language introduction to GoMA.
Wheelchair access
Baby changing
Baby feeding
Cafe or restaurant
The cafe is open every day, during venue opening hours listed above, serving a selection of hot and cold drinks, sandwiches and snacks.
Prayer room
Free wifi
Find out more about our guidelines here.
Glasgow Museums are becoming more autism aware. In 2017, the Gallery of Modern Art (GoMA), St Mungo’s Museum, and the Riverside Museum signed up to help Glasgow City Centre become autism-friendly. Visit our Autism Aware Microsite to find out more.
View Gallery of Modern Art on Google Maps.
Use Traveline Scotland to plan your trip
By train
GoMA is a short walk from both Glasgow Queen Street and Central stations.
The nearest subway station is Buchanan Street.
By bus
The gallery is located less than a 10 minute walk from Buchanan Bus Station.