Museums · Central Scotland
The Govan Stones
In or near Glasgow.
The Govan Stones — a museum in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
Richard Sutcliffe — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1.5 h–3 h
- Best time of year
- Year-round
- Nearest railway station
- Govan · 0.3 km
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Limited wheelchair access
About
The Govan Stones is a museum located in scotland-central, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Official information
The Govan Stones is a historic site featuring a unique collection of early medieval carved stones from the 9th to 11th centuries, commemorating the rulers of the Kingdom of Strathclyde. Visitors can explore the Govan Old Church and learn about its significance in Scottish history.
Place summary
The Govan Stones is a museum located in central Scotland. It houses a collection of early medieval carved stones, notable for their historical significance and unique artistry. The stones are a key representation of Scotland's early Christian heritage.
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- Coordinates
- 55.8645, -4.3130
- District
- Glasgow City
- Postcode
- G51 3AQ
- Parliamentary constituency
- Glasgow South West
- Phone
- 0141 445 2340
- Nearest railway station
- Govan — 0.3 km
- Opening
- Daily 11am–4pm, April 1st – October 31st; closed November – March
- Official site
- thegovanstones.org.uk
Sources
- osm: node/12920194973 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is The Govan Stones?
- The Govan Stones is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode G51 3AQ).
- What is The Govan Stones?
- The Govan Stones — a museum in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to The Govan Stones?
- The nearest railway station is Govan, about 0.3 km away. Drivers can use postcode G51 3AQ.
- Is The Govan Stones free to visit?
- Yes, The Govan Stones is free to enter.
- How do I get to The Govan Stones?
- The nearest railway station is Govan, about 0.3 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode G51 3AQ.