Where is it?: 534 Paisley Rd W, Glasgow G51 1RN Why will they'll love it?: Glasgow Climbing Centre offers 58 panels to climb, ensuring that there the facility is perfect for new and experienced climbers. If you fancy a bite to eat afterwards, the Flavour Bomb Kitchen located on the upper level is a hidden gem. How much does it cost?: Prices vary depending on when you go. Lifetime registration costs £10, with day registration costing £2. On and Off Peak Pricing also applies. Adult: Off Peak £11 / Peak £13, Student/Concession: Off Peak £10 / Peak £11, Junior: On and Off Peak £9, Bouldering Only: On and Off Peak £9.50. 5 and under including kit: On and Off Peak £7.placeholder image
Where is it?: 534 Paisley Rd W, Glasgow G51 1RN Why will they'll love it?: Glasgow Climbing Centre offers 58 panels to climb, ensuring that there the facility is perfect for new and experienced climbers. If you fancy a bite to eat afterwards, the Flavour Bomb Kitchen located on the upper level is a hidden gem. How much does it cost?: Prices vary depending on when you go. Lifetime registration costs £10, with day registration costing £2. On and Off Peak Pricing also applies. Adult: Off Peak £11 / Peak £13, Student/Concession: Off Peak £10 / Peak £11, Junior: On and Off Peak £9, Bouldering Only: On and Off Peak £9.50. 5 and under including kit: On and Off Peak £7. | Glasgow Climbing Centre

Things to Do in Glasgow: 8 family friendly things to do with the kids when the rain is pouring in Glasgow

Callum McCormack
By Callum McCormack

News Features Writer

Published 19th Sep 2026, 10:07 GMT

Here are our recommended things to do to escape the rain in Glasgow when you are out with the whole family.

The rainy months are truly upon us and we know how difficult it can be keeping the kids entertained, so we took a look at some of the best things to do around the city to get out of the grey weather this month.

We’ve chosen some favourites alongside some hidden gems. Take a look and let us know your favourite indoor attractions in Glasgow.

Where is it?: First Floor, 30 Bell St, Glasgow G1 1LG Why will they love it?: The Glasgow Police Museum is a private museum which is run by volunteer members of The Glasgow Police Heritage Society. The attraction covers Britain’s first police force from the years 1800 to 1975. Here, visitors can enjoy a lifetime collection of fascinating police artefacts and other memorabilia. How much does it cost?: Free

5. Glasgow Police Museum

Where is it?: First Floor, 30 Bell St, Glasgow G1 1LG Why will they love it?: The Glasgow Police Museum is a private museum which is run by volunteer members of The Glasgow Police Heritage Society. The attraction covers Britain’s first police force from the years 1800 to 1975. Here, visitors can enjoy a lifetime collection of fascinating police artefacts and other memorabilia. How much does it cost?: Free | via WikiCommons

Where is it?: 50 Pacific Quay, Glasgow G51 1EA Why will they love it?: Glasgow Science Centre is a brilliant venue to get kids interested in the sciences. With amazing interactive exhibits and exceptional events throughout the year, it's a must visit. How much does it cost?: Free

6. Glasgow Science Centre

Where is it?: 50 Pacific Quay, Glasgow G51 1EA Why will they love it?: Glasgow Science Centre is a brilliant venue to get kids interested in the sciences. With amazing interactive exhibits and exceptional events throughout the year, it's a must visit. How much does it cost?: Free | Contributed

Where is it?: 8-10 Balcarres Ave, Glasgow G12 0QF Why will they love it?: The Scottish Mask & Puppet Centre runs a programme of puppet theatre throughout the year, but also sets out to provide education on the medium of puppetry with a museum, workshops and library. How much does it cost?: Kids: £5.95, Adults: £6.50

7. Scottish Mask & Puppet Centre

Where is it?: 8-10 Balcarres Ave, Glasgow G12 0QF Why will they love it?: The Scottish Mask & Puppet Centre runs a programme of puppet theatre throughout the year, but also sets out to provide education on the medium of puppetry with a museum, workshops and library. How much does it cost?: Kids: £5.95, Adults: £6.50 | Scottish Mask & Puppet Centre

Where is it?: Trongate 103 - A Centre for Arts & Creativity 103, Trongate, Glasgow G1 5HD Why will they love it?: Imported all the way from Russia - the current owner-operator has been running his family business most of his life. The shows are cross-cultural, and unlike anything you’ll have ever seen before - it’s entirely unique to Glasgow, you can’t find it anywhere else, and it’s criminally under-appreciated. How much does it cost?: Pricing varies.

8. Sharmanka Kinetic Theatre

Where is it?: Trongate 103 - A Centre for Arts & Creativity 103, Trongate, Glasgow G1 5HD Why will they love it?: Imported all the way from Russia - the current owner-operator has been running his family business most of his life. The shows are cross-cultural, and unlike anything you’ll have ever seen before - it’s entirely unique to Glasgow, you can’t find it anywhere else, and it’s criminally under-appreciated. How much does it cost?: Pricing varies. | Contributed

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