Museums · Central Scotland
The Museum of Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons Glasgow
In or near Glasgow.
The Museum of Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons Glasgow — a museum in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1.5 h–3 h
- Best time of year
- Year-round
- Nearest railway station
- Charing Cross (Glasgow) · 0.5 km
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Limited wheelchair access
About
The Museum of Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons Glasgow 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 Museum of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow houses collections related to medicine, surgery, and dentistry, spanning from the 15th century to the present. It features archives, books, and museum objects that highlight the history of medicine in Glasgow and beyond.
Place summary
The Museum of Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons Glasgow is located in central Scotland. This museum focuses on the history of medicine and surgery, showcasing significant artefacts and exhibits relevant to the professions. It is part of the Royal College, which has a long-standing tradition in medical education and practice.
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- Coordinates
- 55.8626, -4.2633
- District
- Glasgow City
- Postcode
- G2 5RJ
- Parliamentary constituency
- Glasgow North
- Nearest railway station
- Charing Cross (Glasgow) — 0.5 km
- Official site
- heritage.rcpsg.ac.uk
Sources
- osm: node/12565965619 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is The Museum of Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons Glasgow?
- The Museum of Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons Glasgow is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode G2 5RJ).
- What is The Museum of Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons Glasgow?
- The Museum of Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons Glasgow — a museum in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to The Museum of Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons Glasgow?
- The nearest railway station is Charing Cross (Glasgow), about 0.5 km away. Drivers can use postcode G2 5RJ.
- How do I get to The Museum of Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons Glasgow?
- The nearest railway station is Charing Cross (Glasgow), about 0.5 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode G2 5RJ.