Kelvingrove Park in Glasgow has paved paths through large grassy areas and sculptures spattered throughout the park. I liked one lioness/panther sculpture in particular that had been presented by a John S. Kennedy, not sure what the S stands for. The paths could be confusing on first attempt, though I found I could consult my phone to help me find which path to take. A number of critters were out in the greenery the few times I walked through in July 2019. The hotel where I was staying had a small parking lot that was first-come first-serve, so I did most of my exploring on foot. Kelvingrove Park was one option if I wanted to take in the nature of Glasgow and did not want to walk along the street. read more

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I ended up here on a vacation when I needed an easy place to get to from downtown Glasgow; yet wanted to feel like I "got away from the city". There is SO much here: wooded trails, skatepark, a playground, bandstand, monuments, duck pond, tennis courts, and the art museum. I spent 2 hours wandering around and covered 4 miles (with stops) and didn't quite see all of it. read more

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Is this the best park in Glasgow? Well, if you're in the West End it certainly is. There are just so many different environments to see in the park, from duck ponds to herb gardens, riverside walks to children's play areas. There's even a wee cafe by the children's swings at the town end. The main bulk of the park sits on the east bank of the River Kelvin, swooping gracefully around the foot of Park Circus. From the top of the hill there are fine views of the University and the Art Galleries & Museum, as well as vistas across the Clyde to the south and west. This grassy hillside is a great place to chill on sunny days (yes, we do get them occasionally!), and every inch of space is usually covered with 'taps aff' locals desperately trying to increase their vitamin D intake while they have the chance. Most of the park features are located in this section, including some great play areas and a skateboard park. But the park also extends the other side of Kelvin Way too, embracing both sides of the river as it winds its way between the University and the Art Galleries & Museum, and I frequently walk through here if I'm heading towards town rather than walk along the main road. Look out for the Sunlight Cottages near the Partick Bridge end; these were modelled after worker's houses in Lord Leverhulme's Port Sunlight, built for the 1901 International Exhibition, and gifted to the city afterwards. Also at this end of the park is the romantically-named 'snow bridge', which was once the route of the Dumbarton Road into Partick. The gates in the middle were used to empty snow from carts into the river, and gave the bridge its colloquial name. The newer Partick Bridge was constructed in its place to provide a straighter route for trams, leaving the snow bridge as a pedestrian-only link. To the north, the riverside path passes under Gibson Street and becomes the Kelvin Walkway, which almost feels like a continuation of the park. It's lovely green corridor to stroll along, and you frequently see herons there as well as the ubiquitous grey squirrels. I once saw a kingfisher too! Mustn't forget the bandstand - this was very dilapidated for many years, but thankfully was restored in 2014 for the Commonwealth Games and it has played host to some good bands in the summer evenings. Kelvingrove Park was actually the first city park to be constructed, the former Kelvingrove and Woodlands estate having been bought by the Council in 1852 to provide some much-needed green space as the city expanded westwards. I bet you didn't know that it was designed by Sir Joseph Paxton, who was the Head Gardener at Chatsworth House and the designer of the Crystal Palace in London, did you? The park has been the site of three Great Exhibitions, in 1888, 1901 and 1911, and many of the existing buildings date from those exhibitions, including the Art Gallery & Museum and the 'An Clachan' cafe at the east end of the park. The grandiose terracotta Doulton Fountain was originally here, but has since been relocated on Glasgow Green. Kelvingrove Park has to make do with the only slightly less impressive Stewart Memorial Fountain. Completed in 1872, this commemorates the completion of the aqueduct carrying Glasgow's water supply from Loch Katrine in the Trossachs, and features suitably aquatic imagery inspired by Sir Walter Scott's poem 'Lady of the Lake'. Although restored in 1988, constant vandalism and problems with the pipework have led to the fountain being closed for the time being. There are many other interesting statues and areas in the park to explore, but I'll leave you to find them yourself. Enjoy your stroll. read more

Ah Kelvingrove you put the green in this dear green place! It's really difficult to think of a standard model of the park as it is many things to many folk, and that's partly why it's such an important part of the city. Kelvingrove was not the first public park/space in Glasgow (Glasgow Green), but it was designed by Sir Joseph Paxton (who also designed Crystal Palace in London) and remains one of the finest Victorian era parks in the UK. I often cut/walk through the park when I'm out and about as it provides some respite from the fumes and noises of the city streets. I think it's easy to overlook just how big this place is for an inner city park. On an average day you can see a huge cross section of folk; jakeys asleep in the sun, students walking to class; working folk having a seat & a quick lunch, people out exercising with their dogs, even fashionable mums taking the kids to their infant yoga class (or baby boxercise/ infant zumba whatever it is). The park is many things to many people. There's a good amount of facilities within the park; a cafe, football pitches (3), kids playground and a skate park. Adjacent to the park are the bowling green and tennis courts should you wish to partake. The Kelvin Walkway joins onto Kelvingrove which means you'll often see cyclists and joggers racing past (maybe they're just folk keen for a pint at inn deep). At the University side of the park, the bandstand has been reclaimed & was revamped for the Commonwealth Games, it plays host to events (mainly in summer) ranging from film to music to theatre. The park has a number of monuments honouring the city's fallen sons. While they are poignant reminders of the past, they also function as meeting points for groups heading to and from the slope in the summer. Climb to the monument at Park Circus and you'll be rewarded with great views out over the city (weather permitting - this is Glasgow after all). Despite all the change that has gone on around it, the park has received little more than a facelift or two in over a century. Like its namesake museum, Kelvingrove park still remains an integral part of the city and the legacy provided by the city's industrial wealth read more

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I can't believe I've never reviewed kelvingrove park before! I love it, I've always loved it. How can you not? I think it's a close running for second best park in Glasgow (I love walking through Pollock park too much) with so many things to love! There's something for everyone, with the skate park, play parks, pond, museum, loads of lovely paths snaking though, picnic tables. The museum was always one of my favourites as a kid so we spent plenty of summer holiday afternoons running around the park. It felt like the biggest place in the world, with so many different little areas. Still does sometimes. Now I work 5 minutes away so it's somewhere I've spent many a lunch break chilling out in the park. It's a great place to sit on a sunny day, eat a sandwich and watch the world (and many adorable dogs) go past. I love having a good stomp through the place on a stressful day as well. It even looks beautiful on a winters day :) With fab events like the Glashow Mela they transform the park into an entirely different space, it's wonderful! It also makes for a picturesque walk from Charing Cross through to the west end. What's not to love? :) read more

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On a beautiful summer day, it's hard to resist the lure of gorgeous Kelvingrove Park. I don't spend nearly enough time here but when I do I always enjoy the atmosphere and exploring areas I'd never been to before. I went for a run a while ago and found myself along the riverwalk way, which I'd never previously ventured to. What an oasis of lush, leafy vegetation in the heart of Glasgow. A must if you've never visited before. Most of the park is open and spacious, great for wandering and people-watching. There is normally something interesting going on - last time we were there, people had pitched up a high wire for practicing walking across (mind you it was only a few foot off the ground). In addition to the park areas, there's sporting venues like the tennis and lawn bowls attached, a skate park and obviously Kelvingrove Museum. All well worth a lazy Sunday wander around. read more

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I feel like Kelvingrove Park is like my back garden. This is where I go running, walk my dogs and to just generally wander on a warm days. The park is pretty big and has something for everyone - there is a lovely little cafe called An Clachan where they do tasty freshly baked cakes which has a great park for younger kids right beside it. If you are visiting with older kids they would probably enjoy the larger park and there is a skate park too which is usually pretty mobbed during the school holidays. Personally I tend to enjoy walking around the park on some of the many paths and just enjoy being surrounded by lots of trees and grass in the middle of the city. In the summer every spare inch of grass is usually covered with students having barbecues and familes enjoying a nice day in the park, to be honest on really hot days I do tend to avoid Kelvingrove because it is always way too busy for my liking. Kelvingrove always has a great atmosphere and it a brilliant place to enjoy a few hours in the great outdoors. read more

Kelvingrove Park is in itself fairly stunning, with views out over the Uni and Kelvingrove museum, and a charming little meandering riverside pathway where you'll meet a lot of ducks. It also houses An Clachan cafe, which I've previously given the honour of an absolutely stellar review. Unfortunately however, like some of the other reviewers it's "the hill", that takes a point off for me. I suppose sunny weather makes people crave the festival atmosphere but there is nothing more annoying than the wet blankets who whip their guitar out at any opportunity, except perhaps the jugglers. Perhaps I'm a bit of a prude, but I think drinking booze in a public park is grotty no matter how much of a student or a boho you are. read more

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Over the years I have spent many hours sitting in the sunshine in this masssssssssssssssssive park or wandering about It with the dug listening to tunes on my iPod. (me with the tunes, not Rogue) It's a great part of Glasgow. In a city with hundreds of buildings it's great that we still have some expansive green areas. It's full of dugs, kids playing, sun bathers (one or two days a year), monuments, skateboarders, cyclists, runners and great views of the Westend. A great place to visit and a green getaway from the hustle and bustle of the city. If your looking for a park to chill in or wander round you certainly won't go wrong visiting this one. read more

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Situated on the Kelvin, Kelvingrove park is a beautiful park in Glasgow's glamourous West End. Popular with locals and university students, like myself, Kelvingrove is a great place to relax and watch the world go by. Whatever the weather, it's always busy! When it's sunny, it's the perfect venue to sit with friends, and hundreds of others, most of whom tend to enjoy sitting on the main grassy hill situated in the middle of the park, drinking some irn bru whilst they enjoy a bbq. A perfect summer's day, no? There are plenty of playparks, skate parks, and walkways, so even if the weather isn't so great, there's still plenty to do. Albeit, during the summer there is considerably more activity (West End Festival, The Melua), in the winter, if the walkways aren't enough, you can always try your hand at sledging down some of the adventurous slopes! Trust me, it's hilariously good fun... My only words of advice? Try to avoid the neds that sometimes find it fun to populate the area. Nothing good can ever come from 10 under 18's, wearing white trackies, downing bottles of Buckfast. Morons. So, when in the West, why not stop off and enjoy some quiet time in the park - how's about enjoying a 99 cone in the sun, or feeding the ducks? Sound good to you? Sounds good to me. read more

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Beautiful Victorian park in the West End of Glasgow. It's huge meanders around the River Kelvin and contains all sorts. Including a skate park, bowling green, various play parks, fountains, bridges , ice cream vans and the lovely An Clachan cafe. Of course it is also the home to the newly refurbished Kelvin Bandstand and sits right up close to the Kelvingrove Museum. One of my favourite features is the metal picnic benches with special 'bits' for your disposable BBQ - I guess they got tired of replacing the burnt wooden ones. Comes alive on a sunny day with all sorts of people topping up their Vitamin D. Perfect for people watching. read more

This is my favourite park in Glasgow! But then I am a west end girl so probably slightly biased ;) It's so big and has lots to see and do - the ice cream vans are very popular on sunning days and I love that there's a skate park in addition to two traditional play parks for kids. I've literally ran through every inch of the park doing bootcamp here for over a year - the 60 granite steps are ingrained in my memory! I love simply wandering through the park and people watching, there's always lots going on. read more

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Daffodils! Blossom! Squirrels! When the sun does eventually make an appearance in Glasgow, there are few places better to appreciate it than Kelvingrove Park. It has ponds, fountains, and a play park - as well as an ice cram van or two. It's also overlooked by the fabulous piece of architecture that is the Kelvingrove Art Gallery. I don't think it gets much better than this. read more

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Being from the highlands and now living in a city with little greenery around me, I love that I can escape to Kelvingrove Park and enjoy a walk not surrounded by buildings. Living so close I love going there for a run, gentle walk or even a sit by the fountain. I'm a bit sad to be honest and like spending time there on my own, but it's also a nice place to go with friends. It has a nice vibe about it, usually fairly busy. Especially on the odd sunny day we have - everyone's top spot seems to be here! There's a play park and skate park so unfortunately there's lots of kids around which could be annoying. But there are parts (kind of in the middle) that are fairly child free if that's something you're wondering about. It's a lovely park to spend some time in, whether that be a casual stroll, run to clear your head or somewhere to entertain the kids in the school holidays. Definitely one of my fave spots in Glasgow. read more

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Kelvingrove is probably my go-to place/park within the city centre when the sun is shining! It's a beautiful park that's not too big but not too small either, the perfect size I'd say. I'm a big people-watcher, so I like to sit on the grass and watch the different characters go by like the folk with their adorable dogs playing catch, or the alternative people playing badminton, doing trapeze or yoga, families playing with frisbees, the passionate skateboarders, bmx cyclists and rad talented kids on their scooters, or just watching people chill out in general. I also like taking naps so sleeping on the grass or bench when it's warm and sunny is a big win for me! However, the best thing to do in Kelvingrove park is probably to BBQ! I recently had my first BBQ of the year with my close friends and partner and it's was so great and relaxing! The best thing is that we can BBQ at any spot (so long as you remember to keep the area clean and best to have a portable BBQ pit). We enjoyed our food, chit chatted, sun-bathed, listened to music ... was a lovely day indeed! Kelvingrove is a big part of my life here in Glasgow and it's probably one of my favourite places to be in! Can't go a week without visiting the park. :) read more

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Another great place to go, beautifully kept park love going here spending time walking round the park for hours or sitting in the sunshine and even if it rains i still love it great place to visit read more

Glasgow is lucky in having so much green space. Unlike many larger cities where parks and greenery can feel like a bit of an afterthought, Glasgow's parks feel very central to the workings of the city and give it a large part of its character. Kelvingrove is no exception. The 85 acres straddle the river Kelvin, enclose the Kelvingrove art gallery and museum and contains a bandstand as well as a skate park, bowling and croquet greens, a cafe, football fields, a children's play park and countless statues and monuments - probably the most impressive of which is the Stewart Memorial Fountain. In spring the flowers come to life, in summer it's the perfect place to sit with a picnic or barbecue, in autumn the morning mists can give the park a very romantic mystery and in winter the frost and ice is chilling but nonetheless beautiful. No matter what the time of year (provided you have weather appropriate clothing) a walk through Kelvingrove is always a pleasant change from the bustle of the city. Wild life lovers will be pleased to know that the park attracts an impressive variety of birds including cormorants, kingfishers and herons and that red foxes and otters have made the park their home. Not to mention the extremely confident grey squirrels. Throughout the year a variety of fares and events go on in the park. Sometimes it becomes a fairground with rides and stalls with prizes to be won. My favourite event of the year is probably the Glasgow Mela - a huge multicultural festival with music and live performances as well as incredible street food and stalls selling all kinds of accessories and gifts. It's usually held in June - so watch out for it. read more

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There's some correlation to the sun appearing after a long dreary winter, and the people of Glasgow emerging from the nooks and crannies. Such a lovely weekend called for much appreciation in the form of sunbathing, chatting, sitting in the grass and, yes, ice cream. Kelvingrove park is different from many of the other parks I've seen, as it contains some objects of interest. Most notably is the skate park, which was devised for skateboarders, trick cyclists and rollerbladers to enjoy. It's a little section of concrete tucked away amongst several acres of green space, and molded into half-pipes, and jumping hills for those adventurous folk. I don't skate, myself, but I did enjoy watching for a while, and gazing in awe as participants not only negotiated the manoeuvres, but also managing to avoid each other! I did enjoy some quality time in the grass, soaking up the sun, and did, in fact, indulge in a 99 (which is a small cone) and a red slushi. This, my dear friends, is what summer in Britain is all about. read more

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One of my favourite parks in Glasgow. I keep forgetting how big it is and find myself getting lost (in a good way). The park has tennis courts (I was people watching!), bowling greens, a bike/skate park and a children's area as well. I love walking near the road with the trees inter lapping each other but inside is where the best bits are and if I'm honest, I probably haven't explored the park from all angles. I shall await the next sunny day to do that! A truly beautiful sight. read more

Love this park! Apart from it containing the super museum in the middle of it, it has great walkways with statues dotted around. In a similar way to Central Park, albeit much smaller, it's easy to get lost and that's the joy of it. If you have the time, just follow the path and see where you pop out. It could be at the edges of the university, the hospital or the West End - my usual desination. Enjoy! read more

Holy hot day in the park.... man! (worst super hero in the world?) After a winter of bare trees (grrrrrrrrr), we made our first family outing to the park today and woooft, wow, wayhay and other such words. Green, warm, sunny goodness. Can I say any more? Well yes, yes I can. Fling in a wee cheeky ice-cream, a chance meeting with some friends and you pretty much encapsulate all that is truly awesome about this park. I'm going to write the word awesome in a bit, just to fully emphasize my love and admiration of this park... wait for it... hold... AWESOME... there we go. read more

During a surprisingly summery week in Glasgow, I finally spent time here -- three times in one week, and I don't even live in the West End! The park is spacious, but surprisingly quick to loop around on Whitesnake (my fixie). It stretches to the extent that it's not all that far from City Centre, and a three minute walk from Byres Road. For a cyclist, like me, the park is also the best entry point to the cycle way that runs along the Kelvin. There are simply lovely views of the Kelvingrove Museum and Glasgow Uni, and on a sunny, hot day, it is the absolute place to be for revelling in the end of winter. Leisure lovers, bikers, skaters, lovers, families, and yes, plenty of neds (but in a good mood) converge. There are a couple of ice cream trucks, and the skate/BMX park is very active. Though this can make it a bit crowded, it's for a decent reason, so nobody is really arguing over who stabbed who. About those neds, though. I can't really blame the park itself for them, but they can get very predictably drunk and stereotypically annoying and a bit aggressive. Spacial awareness issues and whatnot, you know the drill. Plus, when I was lying in the sun on the hillside, a group of freshers-age types decided to start blasting club electronica. Now, I don't mind people putting on their tunes during a warm day in the sun...but they obviously had never seen the sun before in their lives, and had no idea what to put on other than the most moment-inappropriate music possible. The answer is Snoop Dog, Otis Redding, some mix of lazy and fun Latin American stuff, or some good vintage pop-rock. Or, honestly, anything but what was being played. Also, word is that if you're a man, this is the park to get yourself raped in at night. So, you know, don't come here at night. read more

Kelvingrove park is for sure one of my favorite parks in Glasgow because of it's beauty and location. I love the West end of town because there is so much to see, with loads of restaurants and museums but this park is what really makes the West end my favorite region of Glasgow. In the middle of the biggest & busiest city in Scotland you can escape into nature and enjoy a walk through many of it's trails. Autumn is a really gorgeous time in the park as all the leaves are changing colors and the air is fresh and crisp. With views of Glasgow university, the Kelvingrove art museum and the Bridges over the Kelvin river this park has it all for tree hugging nature lovers, like myself! read more

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I visit Kelvingrove Park every couple of weeks for a bit of quiet 'me time'. Recently, it's had a lot of work done - thanks to the Commonwealth Games, the entry gates have been refurbished and the beautiful fountain has been fixed. There are various historical monuments kicking about, the newly re-opened Bandstand and a purpose built skateboard park. But i can't forget the Japanese Garden - home to my favourite tree in Glasgow! read more

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I've lived beside Kelvingrove Park since 2005 so I sometimes take it for granted and occasionally remember how lucky I am to be right next to this brilliant open space. Here are some things to do in Kelvingrove Park: Have a picnic ("The Hill" beside the duck pond is usually mobbed with students but there are quieter spots) Have a barbeque, there's picnic tables with built in bbq holders Go to an event at the bandstand (there's usually a summer program) Walk along the river all the way up to the Botanic Gardens or Maryhill Canal Use the skatepark Visit An Clachan cafe Take the kids to the play park Play football on the pitches Dogspotting Check out the fountain Play lawn bowls for free Join one of the bootcamp fitness groups (count me out!) Wonder why the circus skills people spend so much time setting up tightropes and never use them? Or just sit on a bench with a coffee and a book which is what I do most of the time! read more

I'm a complete fan of Kelvingrove Park. The first time I walked through I saw bagpipe players practising and a man training his sheepdogs. During winter we saw people sledging down the massive hill over and over again. There are two playgrounds-1 massive one with a skatepark and another smaller one. There are no gates around the playground area which can be a bother when you lose sight of your toddler for a second. I think the park is beautiful on overcast days and bright cheerful days. There is just something really breathtaking about the place. read more

A last minute trip to Glasgow from London allowed me to explore the city. This park was on the list as it was near the university and museum. In the midst of a beautiful day in April, the park was busy with crowds of people taking in the beautiful weather. I never heard the loud music, the half naked and overly dressed I did see, but each to their own. One could explore the hillsides, see the flowers and trees in full bloom. It was a beautiful spot to stop at to enjoy the spring weather coming. The amount of people was not overwhelming, the grassy areas had places to relax without crowding despite the number of people. read more

You've gotta love this park! I don't know if it's the well laid out pathways, the well maintained grass, trees and shrubs or just the wide open space next to the hubbub of the West End but this place is lovely on a sunny day like today! It's great for an evening stroll or a cycle along the River Kelvin and it's always busy with people toing and froing! There's a great playground for younger kids, an awesome skatepark for kids that should know better and then nearby you have the tennis courts, bandstand and bowls lawns - amazing! So next time you fancy a stroll, head here and you'll not be disappointed! read more

Kelvingrove is one of those places that has something for everyone, It stretches right through the middle of the westend and offers everything from tennis courts and bowling greens to live festivals and a skate park. It is one of those places that is the focus of the west end sitting right next to Glasgow University and Kelvingrove Gallery you can easily access it from the Subway network, Bus, foot or even car from anywhere round the city. The Bowling greens in the park will play host to the bowling event in the 2014 Commonwealth games and as such have recently been renovated giving yet more great facilities to the city. The park plays host to a plethora of events through the year including elements of the west end festival and hindu mandir bringing thousands of people together in this fabulous public space. The park can be enjoyed year round from BBQ's and picnics in the summer sitting on the grass to long walks in autumn and winter to enjoy the wildlife and scenery. It is a favourite place for dog walkers and fitness gurus alike and you will probably see many runners and even the odd bootcamp passing through, read more

This park is one of the best places to head to in Glasgow on a sunny day. It covers a huge area with the path around the park taking you up to Park Circus, down by the art gallery and passing by houses in Finnieston. There's tons of free space for picnics, football, frisbee, you name it! There's a kids playground and a skate park too, also gravel pitches for football and an astro turf one too. The park is fantastic for running too, a circuit around it is just over 2km and with quite a little bit of climbing too. You'll see tons of runners, cyclists and fitness classes through the week. read more

I love this park. It has a particularly good atmoshpere in the sumemr as a crowd gathers on the hill creating a 'festival' atmosphere. I'll accept that on occasion the Big Hill, as it has become known, can be a little bit overwhelming but the park is so huge that it has ample space to go and chill out by yourself if that is your cup of tea. The grounds are stunning and it is big enough that you can go for a long walk in the middle of the city and feel like you are escaping the concrete jungle and endless stream of cars. I particularly like the little bridge near the skate park and the duck park. It is also a fantastic place to go for a run; it has many hills and flat stretches so you can work on your sprint. Best of all you can have a go at the 'Rocky' steps at the top of the hill, huming the theme tune all the way up! read more

Kelvingrove Park is beautiful to stroll through on a summers day, I remember when I studied theatre in first and second year we would often have our tutorials out in the park as it was far more inspirational than being cooped up in an old studio all day. I also remember when I came to the open day for Glasgow Uni before I became a student I took a walk through Kelvingrove with some of my peers and we sat for a while discussing our future education prospects, it was a great day. So this summer bring a picnic blanket along and enjoy the summer sunshine in a beautiful part of Glasgow. I just hope we get some sun! read more

I adore walking through here at any time of day. It is always kept clean and is buzzing with people walking their dogs, families, or runners. I walk through here every morning at 7.30am to get to work in the city centre and it makes my morning commute all that more enjoyable. It is great for families as there is a children's park, and there is a lovely pond that has ducks and if you're lucky, a heron. Beautiful place to walk through, but it can get busy when the sun is out! read more

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The park can be an amazing place in the summer when all the flowers are in bloom. There is seating in various places dotted around and a picnic tables for eating. The park is filled with monuments to commemorate various people in history with a fountain in the centre. Beyond the fountain there is a skating areas for the kids. There is a stream going through the park but all you can see is the buckfast bottles or empty gas cans. There is a pond with some resident ducks and other wildlife. read more

What a gem of a place. However, I wish they had made their zero-alcohol signs a bit larger.. I was visiting and my friend and I had decided to have a lovely rosé and tapas picnic as the sun was out and it was our holiday, goddammit! Anyway, we had just about poured out our lovely rosé wine into some classy plastic glasses when two police officers descended on us, proceeded to demand that we pour all the alcohol away and asked for our names, addresses and where we worked?! Little did we know that there had been an alcohol-fuelled riot in the park the year before. Long story short, make sure your picnics here are teetotal :) read more

One of the nicest parks I've seen anywhere in the world. At least in summer when it's warm and sunny out but I imagine winter when it's snowy it's really beautiful also. read more

Kelvingrove Park is one of the most central parks in Glasgow, and most people who stay here have some sort of relationship with it. It's a hilly park with a red gravel football pitch, play area, lawn bowls, tennis courts, a duck pond, skatepark and the River Kelvin running through the middle. I like the fact that Lex has called it a "majestic sprawl of greenery" - the breathtaking views from the top of the hill and the many different trees and wildlife you can spot in this park certainly are tremendous. But for me, Kelvingrove Park is where I used to get spangled when I was younger. Younger memories of tumbling down that hill doing roley poley's have been somewhat spoiled with many a fond memory of being inebriated in here (and I wasn't drunk on nature). The "big hill" in the centre of the park is very popular with students and (perhaps unfortunately) school kids who enjoy getting drunk on a summer's evening. For those reasons, you may see the police on patrol after 6pm and may decide against taking your dog for a peaceful walk through this area of the park. Nevertheless, it's family orientated during the day, and there is plenty of space for you to bring along a picnic while your kids run free. Due to its great location and popularity, Kelvingrove is the popular choice of venue for many events. It is most notably the new epicentre for the West End Festival during the summer, and there are often running events, gigs and outdoor sports days hosted in here throughout the year. But even if there is nothing going on, it's a great space for wildlife spotting, skating, cycling and sledging during the winter. For those reasons, it's truly a park for all seasons. The park also appears to have acquired a permanent resident - a lone herron! read more

Great park for a stroll and to escape the city a bit if you're around the West End. The museum is fantastic too - and they have many great spots to rest and grab lunch tea or coffee. read more

A great open space - the 'Central Park' of Glasgow. Wonderful walks, great architecture and gardens.

I stumbled upon this park on my first day here. The sun doesn't set in the Summer till after 10 and I was bored so I took a stroll. What a great find! I walked this park every evening and a couple times during the day. It was one of my favorite parts of my visit to Glasgow. read more