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Visitor Centres in Glasgow

What better way to discover new and unique insights into local culture, nature and heritage than by choosing to visit one of the visitor centres detailed here?

Glasgow Science Centre

50 Pacific Quay, Glasgow South Side G51 1EA

Glasgow Science Centre is one of Scotland's must-see visitor attractions situated on the banks of the Clyde.

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House for an Art Lover

Bellahouston Park Dumbreck Road, Glasgow South Side G41 5BW

Designed by famous Scottish architect Charles Rennie Mackintosh, House for an Art Lover is a truly unique venue and one of Glasgow's architectural gems!

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Inveraray Jail

Inveraray Jail Church Square, Inveraray PA32 8TX

Step back almost two centuries and discover the stories of the real people - men, women and children who were tried and served their sentences at Inveraray Jail!

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Loch Lomond Bird of Prey Centre

Loch Lomond Bird of Prey Centre Loch Lomond Shores, Balloch G83 8QL

Loch Lomond Bird of Prey Centre is located within the boundaries of the Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park, the first National Park in Scotland.

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Loch Lomond Sea Life Centre

Ben Lomond Way Loch Lomond Shores, Balloch G83 8QL

SEA LIFE Loch Lomond Aquarium is just 20 minutes from Glasgow, situated on the stunning Loch Lomond Shores, offering great fun for all the family, whatever the weather!

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Loch Lomond Shores

Loch Lomond Shores Ben Lomond Way, Balloch G83 8QL

Loch Lomond Shores is a great day out offering designer shopping, an aquarium, restaurants and cafes and outdoor activities - all with fantastic views across Loch Loch Lomond!

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Mugdock Country Park

Mugdock Country Park Craigallian Road, Milngavie G62 8EL

With 270 hectares of woodland, moorland and heathland, connected by a network of paths, there's plenty to explore at Mugdock Country Park!

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RSPB Scotland Loch Lomond

RSPB Loch Lomond Nature Reserve , Gartocharn

RSPB Scotland Loch Lomond is set in a stunning mix of woodlands and wetlands on the bonnie banks of Loch Lomond.

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The Clydeside Distillery

100 Stobcross Road, Glasgow West End G3 8QQ

The Clydeside Distillery is a single malt Scotch whisky distillery and visitor experience in the heart of Glasgow.

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The Lighthouse

11 Mitchell Lane, Glasgow City Centre G1 3NU

The Lighthouse, Scotland's Centre for Design and Architecture, is a visitor centre, exhibition space and events venue situated in the heart of Glasgow, just off the Style Mile.

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The Tall Ship Glenlee

150 Pointhouse Place, Glasgow West End G3 8RS

The Tall Ship Glenlee operates a programme of year-round maritime themed events and activities, with specially devised talks and tours, school visits and costumed volunteer days.

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Tollcross Childrens Farm and Visitor Centre

The Courtyard 254b Wellshot Road, Glasgow East End G32 7AX

Tollcross Children's Farm is an outstanding facility which will appeal to young and old alike. Regulars in the farm are Shire Horses, Shetland Ponies, rabbits, sheep, Highland Cattle and much more!

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Wester Distillery

Unit 2, 8 Meadow Road, Glasgow West End G11 6HX

Wester are an independent microdistillery located in the West End of Glasgow producing a range of rums and spirits.

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Visitor Centres in East Renfrewshire

Here's a selection of Visitor Centres you can find over on our sister site, What's On East Renfrewshire:

Whitelee Windfarm Visitor Centre

Whitelee Windfarm Visitor Centre Moor Road, Eaglesham G760QQ

Whitelee Windfarm is Europe's largest windfarm and is located on Eaglesham Moor just 20 minutes from Glasgow!

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Visitor Centres in Edinburgh and the Lothians

Here's a selection of Visitor Centres you can find over on our sister site, What's On Edinburgh:

Almond Valley Heritage Centre

Almond Valley Heritage Centre Millfield, Livingston EH54 7AR

Almond Valley Heritage Centre in Livingston, West Lothian, is an award winning farm, museum and discovery centre!

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Edinburgh Butterfly and Insect World

Dobbies Garden World Melville Nursery, Lasswade EH18 1AZ

Edinburgh Butterfly & Insect World is the world's longest running butterfly house and one of Scotland's favourite tourist and educational attractions.

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Scottish Owl Centre

Scottish Owl Centre Polkemmet Country Park, Whitburn EH47 0AD

The Scottish Owl Centre is the home to Scotland's largest collection of owls. Located in Polkemmet County Park, it is both a fun and educational day out for the whole family.

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Visitor Centres in Fife

Here's a selection of Visitor Centres you can find over on our sister site, What's On Fife:

St Andrews Aquarium

St Andrews Aquarium The Scores , St Andrews KY169

St Andrews Aquarium boasts one of the finest locations in the historic town and is a perfect destination for all things fishy.

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Falkland Estate

The Stables Falkland Estate, Falkland KY15 7AF

Falkland Estate sits at the very heart of Fife on the outskirts of the beautiful conservation village of Falkland just a short journey from Edinburgh and Dundee.

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Deep Sea World

Deep Sea World Forthside Terrace , North Queensferry KY11 1JR

Deep Sea World welcomes you on a voyage of discovery where learning can be exciting and fun!

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Visitor Centres in Lanarkshire

Here's a selection of Visitor Centres you can find over on our sister site, What's On Lanarkshire:

Bardykes Farm

Bardykes Farm Bardykes Road, Blantyre G72 9UJ

Experience life on the farm at Bardykes Farm, Blantyre where they run regular open days at the weekend and outdoor farm birthday parties!

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National Museum of Rural Life

Wester Kittochside Philipshill Road, East Kilbride G76 9HR

Take in the sights, smells and sounds of a 1950s working farm, complete with dairy cows and sheep, at the National Museum of Rural Life in East Kilbride.

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RSPB Barons Haugh Nature Reserve

RSPB Barons Haugh Nature Reserve Manse Road, Motherwell ML1 2PZ

RSPB Baron's Haugh is a thriving community nature reserve in Motherwell and is a real gem for wildlife and for visitors too.

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Visitor Centres in Renfrewshire and Inverclyde

Here's a selection of Visitor Centres you can find over on our sister site, What's On Renfrewshire:

Finlaystone Country Estate

Finlaystone Country Estate , Langbank PA14 6TJ

Finlaystone Country Estate is an established visitor attraction managed by the family of the Chief of the Clan MacMillan.

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Lamont Farm Project

Lamont City Farm Barrhill Road, Erskine PA8 6EZ

Lamont Farm Project is a vibrant community project located in Erskine where you can meet a wide variety of domesticated animals, including sheep, goats, horses, ducks, hens, llamas and rabbits!

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RSPB Lochwinnoch Nature Reserve

RSPB Lochwinnoch Nature Reserve Largs Road, Lochwinnoch PA12 4JF

RSPB Lochwinnoch is the best place in the west of Scotland for family fun, wild days out and discovering nature with an excellent RSPB shop, visitor centre and visitor trails.

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Visitor Centres in Stirling and Falkirk

Here's a selection of Visitor Centres you can find over on our sister site, What's On Stirling:

Green Aspirations Scotland CIC

Gartur Dykehead, Port of Menteith FK8 3JY

Green Aspirations Scotland are a social enterprise aiming to provide benefit to the community rather than to make a profit.

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The Scottish Antique and Arts Centre

Carse of Cambus, Doune FK16 6HG

The Scottish Antique and Arts Centre at Doune is a great day out and an inspiring shopping experience, suiting many tastes, budgets and interests.

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Argaty Red Kites

Argaty Red Kites Lerrocks, Doune FK16 6EJ

Just north of Stirling, Argaty Red Kites run Central Scotland's only red kite feeding station where visitors can watch these exciting birds and their spectacular flying!

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Visitor Centres in Other Areas

Culzean Castle and Country Park

Culzean Castle and Country Park , Maybole KA19 8LE

With a dramatic clifftop setting, Robert Adam architecture, fascinating history & beautiful surrounds, Culzean Castle and Country Park is one of Scotland's best days out!

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Dean Castle Country Park

Dean Castle Country Park Dean Road, Kilmarnock KA3 1XB

Nestled in the heart of Kilmarnock, Dean Castle Country Park is a fantastic free day out for all the family!

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Dundonald Castle and Visitor Centre

Dundonald Castle Winehouse Yett, Dundonald KA2 9HD

War and romance, smuggling and heroism, tales of the supernatural and more – Royal Dundonald Castle is one of Scotland's most unexplored and fascinating treasures!

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Kelburn Estate & Country Centre

Kelburn Castle & Country Centre Fairlie, Largs KA29 0BE

A 13th Century castle that's had an amazing makeover courtesy of a team of Brazilian artists, the estate also features dramatic walks, breathtaking gardens and many features of historical interest!

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Sponsored Links

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Fayre Play
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Glasgow Science Centre
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Glasgow Vintage Vehicle Trust
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Mowgli
The Quay
East Renfrewshire Culture
Open Pass Scotland
Media Shop
The Ivy
ATG

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