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People's Palace and Winter Gardens

Glasgow Green, Glasgow G40 1AT, Scotland
0141 271 2962
As featured in 3 days in Glasgow
Ranked #21 of 159 attractions in Glasgow
4.5 of 5 stars 103 Reviews
Type: History Museums, Speciality Museums
Fee: No
Owner description: The People's Palace and Winter Gardens, set in historic Glasgow Green, the oldest public space in the city, tells the story of Glasgow and its people...... more » Owner description: The People's Palace and Winter Gardens, set in historic Glasgow Green, the oldest public space in the city, tells the story of Glasgow and its people from 1750 to the end of the 20th century. Adjacent to the People's Palace is the extravagant and recently restored Doulton Fountain, unveiled in 1888 to commemorate Queen Victoria's Golden Jubilee. « less
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goa
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35 reviews 35 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2012 NEW

Hidden away on the Glasgow Green this is a little gem worth visiting, housing some nice exhibitions of both Glasgow and worldwide historic elements. Nice little tearoom. Avoid weekday mornings 10.00 to 12.00, lots of school parties. More

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maldon
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38 reviews 38 reviews
Reviews in 20 cities Reviews in 20 cities
33 helpful votes 33 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2012

nice to see what life was in Glasgow years ago very good display and lots of displays of life from all walk of life must see also large glass conservatory were youy can get food lots of plants and trees in side here good place to came on wet day More

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Glasgow, United Kingdom
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37 reviews 37 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
30 helpful votes 30 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2012
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You will see how the people of Glasgow lived and worked in the past. Lots of stuff for the kids to see. It lets them see what life in Glasgow was like before computer games etc, More

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Las Vegas, Nevada
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43 reviews 43 reviews
Reviews in 21 cities Reviews in 21 cities
38 helpful votes 38 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2012
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This free museum gave a very thorough feel for what life was like in the early 20th century for regular people. The exhibits are well laid out and heavily emphasize first hand accounts: the men and women who lived the life in the tenements. The information provided on the life of women was particularly interesting. There was also a smattering... More

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Glasgow, United Kingdom
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24 reviews 24 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2012
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Well located, with easy access by the Clyde, it is a museum slash greenhouse slash cafe ! Good place for a break ! More

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Sydney, Australia
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22 reviews 22 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2012

The People's Palace is in Glasgow Green just south of the city centre - walking distance but probably 20min from the centre. The museum, like all Glasgow Museums, is free and describes the history of the city and its people. It is a great insight into the rich history. However, the displays are crowded and dated and this lets down... More

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Glasgow, United Kingdom
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10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 May 2012
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Very informative and fascinating to learn about Glasgows past. More

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Glasgow, United Kingdom
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68 reviews 68 reviews
Reviews in 29 cities Reviews in 29 cities
24 helpful votes 24 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 May 2012
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Set in the grounds of Glasgow Green, this is a good place to visit for a few hours. Lots of dispals on Glasgow's social history. Some of the visual displays are a bit dated but still an enjoyable experience. There is nice restaurant in the Winter Garden with the usual 'museum type' food. More

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Glasgow, United Kingdom
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 May 2012

was in the peoples palace recently to pass some time whilst waiting for my car light being sorted in auto electrics,what a load of rubbish,hadnt been in for a few years,and it will be another few years before im in again More

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Birdhill, Tipp
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16 reviews 16 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 May 2012

I love this part of Glasgow. Quiet, nice, and full of History. More

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