Villages · Central Scotland
Govan
In or near Glasgow.
Govan — a village in scotland central.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- Govan · 0.2 km
About
A British village — settlements of this size traditionally cluster a green, parish church, pub and post office around historic land routes.
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Place summary
Govan is a village located in central Scotland, situated on the west bank of the River Clyde. It is known for its historical significance and features, including remnants of its industrial past. Govan is also notable for its proximity to Glasgow, making it an area of interest for those exploring the region's heritage.
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- Coordinates
- 55.8633, -4.3124
- District
- Glasgow City
- Postcode
- G51 3UP
- Parliamentary constituency
- Glasgow South West
- Nearest railway station
- Govan — 0.2 km
Sources
- manual: geonames-2648258 (CC BY 4.0)
Other places nearby
Sir William Pearce
Memorials & monuments · 0.0 km
John Aiken Memorial Fountain
Memorials & monuments · 0.1 km
Mary Barbour Statue
Memorials & monuments · 0.1 km
St Mary's Church, Govan Cross, Glasgow
Historic churches · 0.1 km
St Anthony's R.C. Church, 831 Govan Road, Glasgow
Historic churches · 0.1 km
The Govan Stones
Museums · 0.1 km
Govan Old Parish Church
Historic churches · 0.2 km
Social Club, 908 Govan Road, Glasgow
Theatres · 0.2 km
ABC Govan
Theatres · 0.3 km
Statue of Mary Barbour
Public art & sculpture · 0.3 km
Govan Cinema
Theatres · 0.3 km
Govan Municipal Buildings, 18-20 Orkney Street, Glasgow
Gardens · 0.3 km
Nearby
📷 3Memorials & monuments · Central Scotland
Sir William Pearce
Sir William Pearce — a memorial in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
📷 3Memorials & monuments · Central Scotland
John Aiken Memorial Fountain
John Aiken Memorial Fountain — a memorial in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
📷 3Memorials & monuments · Central Scotland
Mary Barbour Statue
Mary Barbour Statue — a memorial in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
📷 5Historic churches · Central Scotland
St Mary's Church, Govan Cross, Glasgow
St Mary's Church, Govan Cross, Glasgow — category B listed building-listed church in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
📷 5Historic churches · Central Scotland
St Anthony's R.C. Church, 831 Govan Road, Glasgow
St Anthony's R.C. Church, 831 Govan Road, Glasgow — category B listed building-listed church in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
📷 3Museums · Central Scotland
The Govan Stones
The Govan Stones — a museum in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
Where to eat & stay near Govan
Places to stay
📷 5Caravan parks · Central Scotland
Jubilee Caravan Park
Jubilee Caravan Park — a caravan park in scotland central.
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📷 5Caravan parks · Central Scotland
Dunroman Caravan Park
Dunroman Caravan Park — a caravan park in scotland central.
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📷 5Hotels · Central Scotland
Hilton Garden Inn Glasgow City Centre
Hilton Garden Inn Glasgow City Centre — a hotel in scotland central. 4-star. Brand: Hilton Garden Inn.
📷 5Hostels · Central Scotland
Glasgow Youth Hostel
Glasgow Youth Hostel — a hostel in scotland central.
Places to eat & drink
📷 5Historic pubs · Central Scotland
Hubbard Tea Rooms, 508, 510, 512 Great Western Road, Glasgow
Hubbard Tea Rooms, 508, 510, 512 Great Western Road, Glasgow in Scotland Central, United Kingdom.
📷 7Historic pubs · Central Scotland
Old Toll Bar, 3 Paisley Road West, Glasgow
Old Toll Bar, 3 Paisley Road West, Glasgow in Scotland Central, United Kingdom.
📷 5Historic pubs · Central Scotland
The Buttery, 646, 650, 652, 654 Argyle Street, Glasgow
The Buttery, 646, 650, 652, 654 Argyle Street, Glasgow in Scotland Central, United Kingdom.
📷 5Historic pubs · Central Scotland
Public House, 401, 403, 405, 407, 409 Sauchiehall Street, Glasgow
Public House, 401, 403, 405, 407, 409 Sauchiehall Street, Glasgow in Scotland Central, United Kingdom.
📷 5Cafés · Central Scotland
Willow Tearooms
The Willow Tearooms are tearooms at 217 Sauchiehall Street, Glasgow, Scotland, designed by internationally renowned architect Charles Rennie Mackintosh, which opened for business in October 1903. They
📷 7Historic pubs · Central Scotland
The Crystal Palace
The Crystal Palace in Scotland Central, United Kingdom.
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📷 5Frequently asked questions
- Where is Govan?
- Govan is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode G51 3UP).
- What is Govan?
- Govan — a village in scotland central.
- How do I get to Govan?
- The nearest railway station is Govan, about 0.2 km away. Drivers can use postcode G51 3UP.
- How do I get to Govan?
- The nearest railway station is Govan, about 0.2 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode G51 3UP.