Glasgow Necropolis
A Victorian “City of the Dead” on the hill beside the cathedral, with exquisite tomb sculptures and panoramic views over the city.
Opened in 1833 as a garden cemetery, the Necropolis contains more than 3,500 monuments, including tombstones designed by Mackintosh and the John Knox Monument at the summit. It is a great place to appreciate Victorian funerary art and the city skyline. Entry is free, and the site is usually open from 7:00 a.m. until dusk. Volunteer groups offer paid guided tours. The slopes are steep, and the stone paths become slippery after rain.
Opening hours
07:00 until dusk
Nearby sights
- Glasgow Cathedral
- St Mungo Museum of Religious Life and Art
- Provand's Lordship
- City Centre Mural Trail
- The Barras & Barrowland Ballroom
- People's Palace & Glasgow Green
- George Square & City Chambers
- Gallery of Modern Art (GoMA)