Opening hours
| Day | Opens | Closes |
| Mon | 10:00am - 5:00pm | |
| Tue | 10:00am - 5:00pm | |
| Wed | 10:00am - 5:00pm | |
| Thu | 10:00am - 5:00pm | |
| Fri | 11:00am - 5:00pm | |
| Sat | 10:00am - 5:00pm | |
| Sun | 11:00am - 5:00pm | |
Kelvingrove Museum opened in 1901 and is a firm favourite with local people and visitors. It has stunning architecture and a family friendly atmosphere.
Explore our 22 galleries and discover everything from art to animals, Ancient Egypt to Charles Rennie Mackintosh and so much more. We also have a changing programme of temporary exhibitions and displays.
Enjoy an organ recital, a free tour or at weekends and holidays take part in one of our family activities.
If you only have one day in Glasgow, Kelvingrove is a must see!
Find out more about Group Tours of our stunning Charles Rennie Mackintosh Exhibition.
Find out more about Friends of Glasgow Museums
Accessible toilets
Baby changing
Baby feeding
Cloakroom
The cloakroom costs £1
Guidedog friendly
Guide and assistance dogs are welcome
Hearing loop
Hearing loop available within venue. You can also visit our British Sign Language and International Sign Video Library here to watch a welcome video for every Glasgow Museum.
Parking
The car park costs £1 for 4 hours. There are 10 spaces reserved for blue badge holders free of charge with no time restrictions. Please note; City Parking will implement new parking charges on 1st June, from then parking will be per hour.
Photography and video recording
Additional information
Find further access information for this venue on DisabledGo website or Euan's Guide website
Cafe
Restaurant
Shop
Free wifi
The building has free wifi.
Translated Tour Guides
- English
- Chinese
- German
- Russian
- Italian
- Spanish
- French
- Polish
View and download translated guides here
Group Tours at Glasgow Museums
Glasgow Museums offer unique experiences for tour groups that will create lasting memories for group visitors. We offer a wealth of history, art and heritage in some of the city's finest buildings. You can choose from the following group tours:
- Highlights of Kelvingrove
- Highlights of Riverside
- Behind the Scenes at the Museum Store
- Research your Family History with Glasgow Archives
Each tour is for up to 20 people per group.
Find out more about what you will discover on each tour here.
We are happy to discuss any other group tour requirements you may have. Please contact us at grouptours@glasgowmuseums.com
Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum is a stunning venue for corporate dinners, concerts, receptions and other private events.
It is has also been used as a film and tv location.
Please visit our venue hire site for more information.
‘Away for the Day with Glasgow Museums’ is a booklet full of free family fun. Download the booklet to try something new together as a family.
There is a page for each of our 9 museums. You will find activities, suggestions of family-friendly displays to explore, and ideas for what else there is to see and do nearby.
Families who are new to Glasgow Museums and families who have visited our museums before helped to create this booklet – there are top tips inside.
Glasgow Museums belong to you. You and your family are welcome here. We understand that all families have different interests and needs, and we aim to help you to get what you want from your visit.
Have fun and don’t forget to collect your sticker from reception!
Location
Argyle Street, Glasgow, G3 8AG
View Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum on Google MapsEvents and exhibits at Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum
CRM 150 Years
Charles Rennie Mackintosh Making the Glasgow Style
Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum
Fri 30 Mar 2018 to Tue 14 Aug 2018
Henry Raeburn's 'Boy and Rabbit'
Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum
Thu 7 Sep 2017 to Sat 30 Jun 2018
Glasgow and District Beekeepers Association Community Display
Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum
Mon 1 Jan 2018 to Thu 31 May 2018
What to see at Kelvingrove
Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum houses one of Europe's great art collections. It's a favourite with locals and a must see for anyone visiting the city.
Collection highlights