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Hunterian Museum

Glasgow University | Kelvingrove, Glasgow, Scotland (West End)
0141-330-4221, ext. 4221
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Ranked #18 of 147 attractions in Glasgow
Type: History Museums
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Glasgow, United Kingdom
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22 reviews 22 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013

Situated in city's trendy west end of the city this museum is attached to Glasgow University and holds ancient and rare relics, particularly medical exhibits. The university has long been considered one of the pioneers of medical science. Free entry and lots to see. If you have found this review helpful, don't forget to record your views for future trip... More

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London, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2013

Excellent museum located in the University of Glasgow. Nice collection of artifacts and animals. The Hunterian Art Gallery is across the street from the museum and has some wonderful paintings, definitely go see both at the same time.

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Blairgowrie, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2013

Not too big, well set out following some themes. Not as informative as some but a lot better than others in any respects. Good for children as it is not too big and there are dinosaur skeletons!

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 April 2013

Strange museum in te sense they have lots off body parts in jars as its in the university grounds alot is too do with local scholars the building is amazing and glasgow uni is stunning the museum is free too enter but again they ask for £1 donation and they do have exhibitions some you pay too enter

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Alness, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 April 2013

Wonderful building - worth visiting just to see inside it - and then, much like Kelvingrove a nice mish-mash of different items and subjects to look at. Very much feels like someone's collection - and so loveily presented. Currently the upper gallery floor is closed - but there is plenty to see without it.

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Perthshire
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 April 2013

Although graduates of the Uni, we had never visited the Hunterian, Enjoyed our visit, and will come back again, as we did not have time to do it justice.

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See 4 more reviews by PerthshireFiona for Glasgow
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 April 2013

Lots of interesting items that will appeal to a broad range of interests. The natural history area was very interesting as well as some on the local history areas.

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Durham, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 April 2013

OUr childrne loved the range of wierd and wonderful jars and the hands on activities - lovely mix of historical, geographical and science exhibitions

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York, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 April 2013

Important information first: the art gallery and the 'science' museum bits are in different buildings. They are just across the road from one another, but if you have limited time, you might want to prioritise one or the other. The 'old' museum is where the main bulk of Hunter's collection is based, with a focus on science, medicine, natural and... More

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See 11 more reviews by Historrygrrrl for Glasgow
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 April 2013

We felt we only saw a fraction of what is on offer in this great museum, must allow ourselves more time on our next visit! The Roman exhibit was beautifully displayed - it took us an hour just to appreciate that alone. I'm pleased to see that this museum has not been turned into a childrens' playground, like another I... More

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