22 things to do with kids in Glasgow 2022: fun activities for children and families near me

If you’re running low on things to do with the kids - here’s a list of some of the best places to go in and around Glasgow.

By Beth Franklin

Published 5th Apr 2022, 11:49 GMT

Updated 7th Jul 2022, 09:55 GMT

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With bank holiday weekend and the summer holidays coming up parents will be looking for things to keep the kids occupied with.

Luckily, Glasgow is filled with fun things to do that even the parents will enjoy, as well as tiring the kids out.

It can be hard to scour the internet for things that will suit the budget and something the kids will enjoy.

We have compiled a list of some of the most popular activities that come in at every price point, from free parks to bouncing trampoline parks.

So, what are some of the best things to do and how much are they?

Here is a list of some activities and everything you need to know about them.

Flip Out

Prices:

Flip Out is one of the UK’s leading adventure & trampoline park operator delivering massive amounts of fun.

Since 2015 the UK has pioneered the adventure style format to include slides, free running, inflatables, assault course with the latest technology and incredible customer service.

Address: 89a Southcroft Rd, Rutherglen, Glasgow G73 1UG Website: https://www.flipout.co.uk/

Glasgow Science Centre

The Glasgow Science Centre and Zero Waste Scotland are working together on the project.

The Glasgow Science Centre and Zero Waste Scotland are working together on the project.

Prices: £10.50 for ages 3-15, £12.50 for adults

The Glasgow Science Centre has a range of incredible experiences available, from their Planetarium, to Glasgow Tower. It’s a great day out to spend learning new things for the kids, and you!

Parking at Glasgow Science Centre costs £3 a day for GSC visitors.

Address: 50 Pacific Quay, Glasgow G51 1EA Website: https://www.glasgowsciencecentre.org/

Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum

With over 11,000 five star reviews, Kelvingrove is Glasgow's top entry. Marg0deans wrote: "We visit Kelvingrove often and never tire of it. Our favourite experience is the daily organ recital with the added bonus of an optional tour of the organ loft."

With over 11,000 five star reviews, Kelvingrove is Glasgow's top entry. Marg0deans wrote: "We visit Kelvingrove often and never tire of it. Our favourite experience is the daily organ recital with the added bonus of an optional tour of the organ loft."

Prices: Free

This establishment is a favourite with local people and has been since opening in 1901.

It is open Monday to Thursday, and Saturday from 10am - 5pm. It operates on shorter hours on Friday and Sunday, opening at 11am and closing at 5pm.

Address:Argyle St, Glasgow G3 8AG Website: Kelvingrove Museum

Glasgow Botanic Gardens

No trip to the West End of Glasgow is complete without a visit to Glasgow's Botanic Gardens to wander around the Kibble Palace. This enormous glass house was originally built for wealthy engineer John Kibble at his home on Loch Long in the 1860s, before being transported to the Botanics in 1873 and fully restored in 2004. It contains tropical plants, statues and a fish pond, and is much-loved by Glaswegians.

No trip to the West End of Glasgow is complete without a visit to Glasgow's Botanic Gardens to wander around the Kibble Palace. This enormous glass house was originally built for wealthy engineer John Kibble at his home on Loch Long in the 1860s, before being transported to the Botanics in 1873 and fully restored in 2004. It contains tropical plants, statues and a fish pond, and is much-loved by Glaswegians.

Prices: Free

Glasgow Botanic Gardens are stunning all year round, but the spring/summer period is when the gardens really come to life.

They are booming with stunning plants, and trees in all shapes, sizes and vibrant colours. It’s a chance for kids to learn, and to get them outside and appreciate the beauty of nature.

The grounds are open all year round from 7am to dusk, the glasshouses both close at 4pm.

Address: 730 Great Western Road, Glasgow, G12 0UE, Website: https://glasgowbotanicgardens.co.uk/

Glasgow Cathedral and Necropolis

It may sound somewhat ghoulish, but a trip to the Glasgow Necropolis makes for an interesting and unique couple of hours. Offering amazing views over the city and Glasgow Cathedral, look out for monuments designed by Charles Rennie Mackintosh and Alexander 'Greek' Thomson. It's arguably the most picturesque graveyard in Scotland and can easily be combined with a visit to the nearby Glasgow Cathedral.

It may sound somewhat ghoulish, but a trip to the Glasgow Necropolis makes for an interesting and unique couple of hours. Offering amazing views over the city and Glasgow Cathedral, look out for monuments designed by Charles Rennie Mackintosh and Alexander 'Greek' Thomson. It's arguably the most picturesque graveyard in Scotland and can easily be combined with a visit to the nearby Glasgow Cathedral.

Prices: Free

This year Glasgow was put on the map on a global scale even more when it was announced as the landscape for much of the new Gotham, which is set to feature in many upcoming DC projects.

Most recently it featured heavily in The Batman, starring Robert Pattison and Zoe Kravitz.

Why not take a stroll through it and see what scenes you can spot from the movie, or even make your own Batman?

Address: Castle St, Glasgow G4 0UZ Website: Glasgow Cathedral and Necropolis

The Lighthouse

Picture: ANDREJ ISAKOVIC/AFP via Getty Images

Picture: ANDREJ ISAKOVIC/AFP via Getty Images

Prices: Free

The Lighthouse in Glasgow is Scotland’s Centre for Design and Architecture. It is temporarily closed however, going for a walk to see the lighthouse in person will no doubt be a great photo opportunity and something the kids will be talking about for the rest of the day!

It was opened as part of Glasgow’s status as UK City of Architecture and Design in 1999. Not to mention it is a three minute walk from the Gallery of Modern Art.

Address: 11 Mitchell Ln, Glasgow G1 3NU Website: https://www.thelighthouse.co.uk/

The Riverside Museum

Sitting on the banks of the Clyde, Glasgow's Zaha Hadid-designed Riverside Museum features more than 3,000 objects, from tram carriages to bikes. Freddiedoncaster wrote: "You’ve just simply got to visit to see the most outstanding displays that you’ll ever see. The curators were so knowledgeable and the layout was incredible. Well worth the trip."

Sitting on the banks of the Clyde, Glasgow's Zaha Hadid-designed Riverside Museum features more than 3,000 objects, from tram carriages to bikes. Freddiedoncaster wrote: "You’ve just simply got to visit to see the most outstanding displays that you’ll ever see. The curators were so knowledgeable and the layout was incredible. Well worth the trip."

Prices: Free

Located at the junction of the Rivers Kelvin and Clyde, it houses the city’s fabulous transport and technology collections.

It opened in 2011 after a four-year build, with over 3,000 objects from the city’s world-famous collections displayed inside.

The collections reflect the important part Glasgow has played in the world through its contributions to heavy industries like shipbuilding, train ma