Glasgow Cathedral

Name: Glasgow Cathedral
Address: Castle St, Glasgow G4 0QZ, United Kingdom, Glasgow, Scotland, GB
Telephone: +44 141 552 6891

Glasgow, Scotland

AddressCastle St, Glasgow G4 0QZ, United Kingdom

DenominationPresbyterian

Phone+44 141 552 6891

Founded1136

Last updated May 2026

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Plan Your Visit

Glasgow Cathedral is the oldest building in Glasgow and one of Scotland's most significant medieval structures, having survived the Reformation largely intact. Visitors can explore the impressive medieval architecture spanning from the 12th century onwards, with the highlight being Saint Mungo's tomb located in the Lower Church. The cathedral's historical importance as the mother church of the Archdiocese of Glasgow and its architectural significance make it an essential stop for those interested in Scottish religious and cultural heritage.

What to See

›Tomb of Saint Mungo in the Lower Church
›Medieval architecture from the 13th century
›The Necropolis neighbouring grounds
›Oldest cathedral in mainland Scotland
›Oldest building in Glasgow
›One of only two medieval cathedrals in Scotland to survive the Reformation virtually intact
›Lower Church with Saint Mungo's tomb at its centre