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The Tall Ship at Riverside

150 Pointhouse Place, Glasgow G3 8RS, Scotland
44-141-357-3699
As featured in Glasgow for young kids
Ranked #48 of 159 attractions in Glasgow
4.0 of 5 stars 30 Reviews
Type: Ships
Fee: Yes
Owner description: The Tall Ship at Riverside is one of Glasgow's most unique visitor attractions! Rated as 4 Star visit by Visit Scotland we aim to transport you back...... more » Owner description: The Tall Ship at Riverside is one of Glasgow's most unique visitor attractions! Rated as 4 Star visit by Visit Scotland we aim to transport you back to when the SV Glenlee was an operating cargo ship. Built on the River Clyde in 1896 is one of only 5 of her kind still afloat in the world today and she is the only one in the UK. Climb aboard for this rare opportunity to explore every nook and cranny of the ship including the Captain's Cabin, Children's Play Area, Engine Room and the Cargo Hold Cinema. Take a tour of the ship using our Audio Guide facility and enjoy a coffee while you browse for souvenirs. « less
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 April 2012

It feels so special to actually walk on the deck of such a ship and the innards are most interesting. However, there was a children's party going on below decks, and the volume of music somewhat spoiled the experience. More

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Dumbarton
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23 reviews 23 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 April 2012

The Glennlee is a graceful old vessel lying quietly at her moorings with a lot of mileage under her keel. Go aboard and see just what real sailors did for a living. I'm not complaining as I was a seaman too. More

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4 reviews 4 reviews
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10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 April 2012

Firstly , the entrance fee is well worth every penny. The size of the ship inside is quite mind blowing and there is plenty for the kids to do and learn about once on the boat. The staff that work on the ship were very helpful , and my son and I spent more time on here than in the... More

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Leslie
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 April 2012

This is a very interesting visit especially if you are interested in nautical history . New location is a great improvement . More

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East Kilbride
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6 reviews 6 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 March 2012

Whats not too like,plenty to see,great exhibitions and it shows you the life they had in those sailing days More

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Glasgow, United Kingdom
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28 reviews 28 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 March 2012

Well worth a one off visit, a bit costly but then what isn't these days! The staff (especially the older lady) needs some training in hospitality, as visitors need assistance not agression! But the history and up-keep is very good. And the ship is well located in its new home. More

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Scotland
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39 reviews 39 reviews
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12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 March 2012

Only been here once - but it was lovely way to spend an hour or so. Near the city centre ( neaxt to the SECC) it is a beautifully restored old sailing ship ans worth a visit. More

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Belfast, United Kingdom
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33 reviews 33 reviews
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12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 March 2012

it was good to see. but for such a small exhibition they really need to take the price down by 1 or 2 quid More

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East Kilbride, United Kingdom
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16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 March 2012

She is a beautiful ship and stands proudly in Glasgow Harbour. A bit on the expensive side to get on board for families but once on board there is a feeling of what it must have been like to sail in her all these many years ago. Kids love it and they also hold functions on board. Very popular attraction. More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 March 2012

Very interesting particularly if you get a chance to read the captains log More

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