St. Mungo Museum of Religious Life and Art

Overview

St. Mungo Museum of Religious Life and Art is a unique museum dedicated to the exploration of religious life and art. It is named after St. Mungo, the patron saint of Glasgow, and offers a rich collection of artifacts and exhibits from various religious traditions.

The museum provides a comprehensive look at the role of religion in society and everyday life, making it a significant cultural and educational resource.

Religious Art History

Location

Address

2 Castle St., Glasgow

Neighborhood: City Centre

Coordinates

55.861800, -4.253100

Visiting Information

Opening Hours

monday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

tuesday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

wednesday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

thursday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

friday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

saturday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

sunday 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Admission

Adults

£10

Children

£6

Best Time to Visit

Overall Best Period

March-May

Best Time of Day

Early morning

fewer crowds

Duration Recommendations

Minimum

1 hour

Recommended

3 hours

Full Experience

full day

Seasonal Highlights

spring

mild

• Spring exhibitions
• Garden tours

summer

mild to warm

• Extended opening hours

autumn

cool

• Autumn exhibitions
• Fall colors

winter

cold

• Holiday lights
• Winter exhibitions

Know Before You Go

Essential Information

Book ahead
Bring ID
Check weather

What to Bring

essential

ID tickets

seasonal

jacket umbrella

not allowed

large bags drones

Health & Safety

Physical Requirements: moderate

• stairs

Medical facilities: first aid available

Payment Information

Accepted

cash, cards

Currency

GBP

Typical Costs

entry £8

parking £5

food £10

souvenirs £15

Dress Code

casual, comfortable shoes, walking shoes, inappropriate clothing

Booking Tips

• 2 weeks
• official website
• 48 hours
• available

Amenities

Restrooms

Gift shop

Atm

Wifi

Lockers

Wheelchair rental

Stroller rental

On site restaurant

Cafe

Picnic areas

Outside food allowed

Digital Services

Mobile App

St. Mungo Museum App

Size: 50 MB

Features: Map, Audio guide, Tickets

Platforms: iOS, Android

WiFi Zones: Visitor center, Cafe

Charging Stations: Rest areas

How to Reach

From Airport

Nearest: Glasgow International Airport

Distance: 15 km

Travel Time: 20 minutes

taxi

£20 20 min

public_transport

£3 30 min

From City Center

Distance: 2 km

metro

£1.50 10 min

bus

£1.20 15 min

taxi

£5 5 min

Local Insights

Cultural Context

Why Locals Love It: Historic importance, cultural richness

Historical Significance: Important events happened here, rich history of religious traditions

Insider Tips

Free entry early morning
Best food at back entrance

Local Recommendations

• Try local cafe
• Ask for guide Mary

Language Help

Useful Phrases

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Guide Languages: English, Spanish, French

Photography Guide

Best Photo Spots

Main entrance

Best Time: Golden hour

Tips: Low angle

Result: Great shot

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Photography Rules

allowed areas outdoor areas, public spaces

prohibited areas special exhibitions

flash photography not allowed

commercial photography permit needed

drone policy prohibited

tripod policy restricted

selfie sticks allowed

Nearby Attractions

Glasgow Cathedral

Distance: 200m

Walking: 3 min

Type: Religious Site

Provand's Lordship

Distance: 300m

Walking: 5 min

Type: Museum

Necropolis

Distance: 500m

Walking: 7 min

Type: Historical Site

Reviews

4.5

Based on 1,000 reviews

Recent Visitor Tips

"Book online"
"Visit early"
"Great views"

Contact Information

+44 141 276 1625

info@stmungomuseum.org

www.stmungomuseum.org

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