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The Tall Ship Glenlee

Glasgow, United Kingdom•4.6(1.9k)•Museum, Heritage Site

Explore a historic 129-year-old tall ship with interactive tours, workshops, and onboard experiences perfect for families and school groups.

The Tall Ship Glenlee is a remarkable floating museum housed in a restored British cargo vessel with over a century of maritime history. Visitors can explore the ship's decks and interior spaces through guided tours, discovering how this vessel has transformed from a British cargo ship to an Italian merchant vessel to a Spanish Navy training ship. The venue offers family-friendly experiences including interactive workshops, educational learning programmes, and the unique opportunity to 'Kip on The Ship' overnight stays for groups. | The attraction caters to families with children of all ages, school groups, and maritime enthusiasts. On Board Cafe provides refreshments during visits, and the venue is pushchair-friendly to accommodate younger visitors. Special offerings include pirate-themed children's parties, educational loan chests for classroom learning, and a free digital guide to enhance the visitor experience. Group visits are welcomed with tailored programmes available. | Ideal for families seeking educational entertainment with a unique setting, The Tall Ship Glenlee combines hands-on learning opportunities with the authentic charm of maritime heritage, making it an engaging destination for both casual visitors and school trips.
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Opening Hours

Monday: 10:00 – 17:00
Tuesday: 11:00 – 17:00
Wednesday: 10:00 – 17:00
Thursday: 10:00 – 17:00
Friday: 10:00 – 17:00
Saturday: 10:00 – 17:00
Sunday: 10:00 – 17:00

Venue Details

Venue Type

Indoor & Outdoor

Typical visit duration

All day

Booking

Walk-in

What this place offers

ToiletsToilets
Public transportPublic transport nearby
Accessible toilets
Free WiFi
Baby changingBaby changing facilities
Food available
On-site parking
🐕Dog-friendly
Parking nearby
Pushchair friendlyPushchair friendly

☕ Food & Drink

On Board Cafe

Serving coffees, tea, hot chocolate, cold drinks, cakes, scones with a selection of lunch items too, including toasties, sandwiches and soup

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4.6(1.9k reviews)
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Hy Back

Hy Back

2 months ago

There is a student discount! 7minutes walking from Govan station Took about 30 minutes to skim through! With the free museum next to the ship, about 1-2hours. Good for both adults and kids! Such an amazing experience with an old ship Glenlee! You can learn about history of this ship from the log book of a sailor who was on! It was so much fun imagining myself as a sailor out of at sea!!

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Jack

Jack

3 months ago

The ship is sa true landmark of Glasgow. Hawing served under many flags It returned to Glasgow and now serves proudly as a stationary landmark of the city's shipbuilding past. The inside is not as impressive as the outside but the best part for me was the cargo hold. I had wonderful time learning bout the boat and connecting with my roots as my grandfather was a welder at the Denny's in Dumbarton. Overall. A must in the city even just to pass by

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scott mccall

scott mccall

5 months ago

This ship is definitely worth a visit if you’re exploring the Riverside Museum. Doesn’t take too long to explore but you can get up close in all the main areas from the hold and engine room to the captain and crew quarters. Really nice staff in all areas and even has a cafe and and toilets on board. Well worth a visit and really cheap to get on.

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Hannah Brierley

Hannah Brierley

5 months ago

Amazing to explore a ship that was around in the war. I enjoyed exploring the boat. I enjoyed it more than i thought. There is a small cafe inside thats inexpensive.

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SirJ2000

SirJ2000

5 months ago

Great ship but the lower decks are very boring. It is interesting to see but if you don't want to be disapointed, just stay the deck 😉 I would say that if it wouldn't cost any money... but it does.. so enjoy you time and have fun.

Reviews last updated: 15 February 2026

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This venue was last updated on 15 February 2026

Frequently asked questions about The Tall Ship Glenlee

Is The Tall Ship Glenlee free to visit?

The Tall Ship Glenlee is a paid attraction — see the official website for current ticket prices.

Is The Tall Ship Glenlee dog-friendly?

Dogs are not permitted at The Tall Ship Glenlee.

Is there parking at The Tall Ship Glenlee?

Yes — The Tall Ship Glenlee has on-site parking, plus additional parking nearby.

Is there food at The Tall Ship Glenlee?

Yes — On Board Cafe is on site at The Tall Ship Glenlee. Serving coffees, tea, hot chocolate, cold drinks, cakes, scones with a selection of lunch items too, including…

Is The Tall Ship Glenlee pushchair-friendly?

Yes, The Tall Ship Glenlee is pushchair, pram and buggy friendly — most areas are step-free so you can navigate easily with little ones in tow.

How long should we plan to spend at The Tall Ship Glenlee?

The Tall Ship Glenlee is a full-day experience — plan accordingly.

How do I get to The Tall Ship Glenlee by public transport?

Govan subway station is approximately 4 minutes' walk from The Tall Ship Glenlee.
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