The Tall Ship at Riverside
Glasgow, Glasgow and Strathclyde · ★ 4.6 · 2,963 visitor reviews
Glasgow, G3 8RS

About
The Glenlee (otherwise known as The Tall Ship) is one of only 5 Clydebuilt sailing ships in the world that remain afloat! The Tall Ship offers nautically themed events and activities including fun and informative talks and tours and costumed volunteer days! Explore almost every nook and cranny of The Glenlee with their brand new audio guide facility, now including the refurbished Captain's Cabin!
A fun way to learn the history of the ship and really get into the experience fully. ) and put your questions to the enthusiastic and hard working ship's crew. 30am, with families and the general public welcome.
Plus you've got the onboard shop and cafe for nautical gifts and tasty lunchtime treats! A worthwhile place to spend your pocket money as a little profit there is how they can open for exploration for free! It's just 10 minutes' walk from Partick station and the Riverside Museum is also right next door with motor cars climbing the walls, bikes hanging from the ceiling and a train's engine apparently hovering in mezzanine as well as interactive displays!
So there are loads of ways to extend your day trip without even getting in the car!
Good for: older children, teenagers, young children
Categories
Facilities
- Onsite Parking
- Toilets
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Pushchair Friendly
- Accessible Parking
- Accessible Entrance
- Contactless Payment
Prices
Opening times
Monday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM Wednesday: Closed Thursday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM Friday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM Saturday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM Sunday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Common questions
Is The Tall Ship at Riverside free to visit?
Yes, entry is free! One of only 5 Clydebuilt sailing ships in the world that remain afloat in Glasgow.
Is The Tall Ship suitable for young children?
Yes, the ship welcomes young children, older kids, and teenagers with mini cinema, under 5s play area, and mouse hunt!
What are the opening hours for The Tall Ship?
Open Monday, Thursday to Sunday 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Tuesday 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Closed Wednesday.
Does The Tall Ship have facilities?
Yes, there is on-site parking with accessible spaces, onboard shop and café, toilets, accessible entrance, pushchair-friendly access, and wheelchair accessibility. Contactless payments accepted.
What can families do at The Tall Ship?
Explore almost every nook and cranny with audio guides, free volunteer-led tours on Wednesdays, plus Riverside Museum is right next door!
What families say
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