St Mungo Museum of Religious Life and Art
St Mungo Museum of Religious Life and Art
The museum is named after Glasgow's patron saint who brought the Christian faith to Scotland in the 6th century. It is built on the site of the medieval Bishops’ Castle and is designed in its style. The galleries are full of displays, objects and stunning works of art that explore the importance of religion in peoples’ lives across the world and across time.
The venue aims to promote understanding and respect between people of different faiths and those of none and offers something for everyone. There are regular events, from family-friendly activities to talks about culture and religion in Scotland today. Or you can relax in the popular cafe which opens out to the first Zen garden in Britain.
The museum sits across from Provand’s Lordship, which is the oldest house in Glasgow, and alongside the Glasgow Cathedral. Why not take a trip to visit all three?
Visit the St Mungo online shop.
Accessible toilets
The accessible toilet is located on the right as you enter through the accessible entrance.
Assistance dogs
Guide and assistance dogs are welcome, and a bowl of water can be provided.
Hearing loop
There is a hearing assistance system.
If you use British Sign Language, you can watch a British Sign Language introduction to St Mungo Museum of Religious Life.
Wheelchair access
There is wheelchair and pram access to all public areas using the lifts and there are free wheelchairs available to hire at reception.
Additional information
Further access information AccessAble website & Euan's Guide website.
View the St Mungo Museum of Religious Life and Art floor plan.
Baby changing
Baby feeding
Cafe
There is a cafe and outdoor picnic areas.
Cloakroom
Parking
Pay and display parking and free disabled parking is available in the car park on Castle Street.
Photography and video recording
At times, Glasgow Life will be on the premises to film and take photos.
Shop
Free wifi
Use Traveline Scotland to plan your trip
By train
The nearest local train station is High Street.
By bus
First Bus services 19, 19A, 38, 57 and 57A all stop near the museum.
On foot
The museum is located in the city centre, a short walk from Buchanan Street and Argyle Street. It is opposite Provand's Lordship and adjacent to Glasgow Cathedral.
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.
‘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 Map
Location
Castle Street, Glasgow, G4 0RH
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Events and exhibits at St Mungo Museum of Religious Life and Art
Our collection
St Mungo Museum of Religious Life and Art includes three galleries of permanent displays.
