The Riverside Museum of Transport and Travel

About

Riverside Museum is Glasgow’s celebrated transport and technology museum, tucked between the River Kelvin and the Clyde. With free entry, visitors can wander through a richly authentic street scene that recreates an old‑school Glasgow cobbled lane complete with shops, a subway station and roaming vehicles. The museum features interactive displays and hands‑on activities that bring the city’s industrial heritage to life, from historic locomotives to a replica of a 1930s fire engine. The museum’s highlights include an authentic 3x3 basketball court, the Govan‑Partick Bridge connection, and a collection of the city’s iconic trams, buses and trains. Whether you’re a history enthusiast, a family looking for engaging adventures or simply curious about how transport shaped Glasgow, the Riverside Museum offers a memorable, educational experience that welcomes visitors of all ages.

At a glance

• Typical visit: about 1 hour 30 minutes