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The Burrell Collection

Pollok Park | 2060 Pollokshaws Road, Glasgow G43 1AT, Scotland
44-141-287-2550
Ranked #2 of 30 shopping in Glasgow
4.5 of 5 stars 186 Reviews
Type: Art Museums, Art Galleries
Fee: No
Description: This museum houses the private collection of Sir William Burrell.
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Livingston, United Kingdom
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42 reviews 42 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012 NEW

Never mind the contents, at least until later - look at the building. Situated on the edge of open parkland with a prize herd of highlwand cattle browing nearby the building to house the Burrell Collection is a masterpiece of design. Totally modern,it encompanses great open airy spaces and intimate areas of seclusion where the eclectic Burrell Collection can be... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012 NEW

Some interesting stuff but overall the collection lacks focus. The diversity of objects is too wide with no one subject covered in depth. Ok, but would not rush back. Restaurant very limited and not well maintained - the girl cleaning the tables simply brushed the crumbs etc onto the chairs and floor! Toilets leave room for improvement to a satisfactory... More

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Glasgow, Scotland, UK
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34 reviews 34 reviews
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32 helpful votes 32 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012 NEW

The collections of Burrell total So many, it's hard to keep count. There are so many works of art, tapestries, armour, I could go on. WELL worth a visit, and free entrance. More

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Silverton, Oregon
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2012 NEW

Wonderful museum, easy to get to by bus, large park for walking, can visit Pollock House and gardens which are beautiful and enjoy the peace and quiet of the park. More

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East Kilbride, United Kingdom
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8 reviews 8 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2012

An amazing collection of artefacts under one roof. One visit will never be sufficient to take it all in. You will want to return... over and over again. More

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Scotland
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132 reviews 132 reviews
Reviews in 27 cities Reviews in 27 cities
44 helpful votes 44 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2012

Passed here on the way home and seen that parking is a £1 no one pays it tho. Im not a fan of art but some of the stuff was Quite cool to see. Only thing that annoyed me the staff don't seem to smile and the security seem to watch young people...... More

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Glasgow, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2012

Well worth a visit remember if you need a break there is a cafe. More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2012

Lovely parkland setting; excellent collection of, in particular, late 19th century French art (Rodin & Degas especially) and Egyptian antiquities. More

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Glasgow, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2012

An integral part of your visit at Pollok Park. Occasional specialist exhibitions spice up an already rich museum More

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Glasgow, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2012

Fantastic day out! Set in the lovely grounds of Pollok Park. Don't forget to visit Pollok House. Lots of Highland Cattle and other animals for the wee ones to see. More

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