Glasgow Science Festival: Science on the Streets Cathedral & Necropolis Tour
Discover the revolutionary advancements in science and medicine on this walking tour as part of Glasgow Science Festival 2025!
About Glasgow Science Festival: Science on the Streets Cathedral & Necropolis Tour
Join us on our tour of Glasgow Cathedral graveyard and the Necropolis and discover the revolutionary advancements in science and medicine pioneered right on our doorstep. Explore a range of scientific developments, from the introduction of antiseptics to transatlantic communications. This tour is developed by researchers at the University of Strathclyde.
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