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The Riverside Museum of Transport and Travel

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  1. 1Orientation

    Welcome to the Riverside Museum, Glasgow's award-winning transport museum and a stunning architectural statement on the banks of the River Clyde. This magnificent building, designed by the late, world-renowned architect Zaha…

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  2. 2Locomotives and Platforms — The Power of Steam

    One of the most impressive features of the Riverside Museum is its collection of steam locomotives, which represent Glasgow's former status as a global leader in locomotive engineering. In the old museum, it was difficult for…

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  3. 3The Streetscapes — Stepping Back in Time

    Perhaps the most beloved part of the museum is the recreation of old Glasgow streetscapes. These immersive exhibits allow you to step inside the city’s social history, moving through the streets as they would have appeared…

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  4. 4The Wall of Cars and the Hanging Velodrome

    The Riverside Museum uses its unique architecture to display vehicles in innovative and dramatic ways. One of the most striking sights is the 'Wall of Cars,' where vintage automobiles are stacked vertically on massive shelves,…

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  5. 5Maritime History — The Model Ship Collection

    Glasgow’s identity is inextricably linked to the River Clyde and the ships that were built upon its banks. The Riverside Museum houses an unparalleled collection of model ships, which were often used by shipyards to showcase…

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  6. 6The Tall Ship Glenlee — A Living Vessel

    Just outside the museum’s glass-fronted southern facade lies the Tall Ship Glenlee, a 19th-century three-masted barque and the only one of its kind still afloat in the UK. Built on the Clyde in 1896, the Glenlee is a living part…

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  7. 7Zaha Hadid’s Architecture — A Bridge in Time

    The Riverside Museum is as much about its architecture as its collection. Zaha Hadid’s design is a 'statement building,' a piece of sculptural art that redefines the Glasgow waterfront. …

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  8. 8Closing

    As you conclude your journey through the Riverside Museum, you have traveled through over a century of Glasgow’s history. From the cobbled streets of the 1900s to the high-tech designs of the present, you have seen how transport…

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Key facts
TypeHeritage
Story sections8
Text languageEnglish
Coordinates55.8646, -4.3075
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Nearby places

within a 5-minute walk
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