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Glasgow Transport Museum

The great Scottish philosopher and economist Adam Smith came to study at Glasgow University in 1737, and saw a city rich and prosperous through influence and trade. It was his experience in Glasgow that led to Smith forming his views on free trade which eventually resulted in his book Wealth of Nations, published in 1776. This book was hugely influential in the development of modern Western society. Naturally none of the trade on which Glasgow depended could have taken place without transport, and the Glasgow Transport Museum has a wide ranging collection covering all types of transport. Particularly relevant is the Clyde Room which commemorates the role of the shipyards of the river Clyde in creating maritime trade. The Clyde Room exhibition has 250 models which illustrate the huge range of ships built in Glasgow.

Free guided tours are available. Refreshment facilities are provided.

Opening times: Monday - Thusday, and Saturday 10am - 5pm. Friday and Sunday 11am - 5pm.

Directions: Glasgow Transport Museum is in Bunhouse Road. There is a large carpark at the site. The nearest Underground station is Kelvinhall, which is only a five minute walk away. Click here for an interactive map centred on the Glasgow Transport Museum

Access: there is level access for visitors in wheelchairs

Contact:

telephone: 0141 287 2720

web site: http://www.glasgowmuseums.com/venue/index.cfm?venueid=7