5 ideas for family days out in Glasgow

If you’re looking for cheap family days out in Glasgow, you’ll be thrilled to hear about our fantastic cinema ticket discounts at ODEON. Let’s be honest, everyone loves a trip to the cinema. Whether it’s the latest Marvel blockbuster or a family-friendly comedy, you can spend a few hours at ODEON in Glasgow with the kids. It’s the perfect way to enjoy some downtime in the city and scoff loads of popcorn and sweets! It’s the perfect way to keep the kids entertained while relaxing and immersing yourself in other worlds.

If you're looking for a cultural and educational outing with the kids, spend an afternoon at Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum. It’s a great place for days out in Glasgow for families and boasts over 22 galleries of artwork and natural history. If you’re worried the kids might be a little bored, don’t be! Did you know this museum is actually home to one of Europe’s largest collections of arms and armour? Well, you do now! Kelvingrove is one of Glasgow’s most popular tourist attractions, so don’t miss out.

Train your brain at the Glasgow Science Centre. If you’re looking for a fun and educational day out for the whole family, you’ll find it here. The centre is home to over 300 interactive exhibits that explore the wonders of science and technology. Plus, you can also catch a show in the planetarium or a film in the IMAX cinema!

There’s nothing quite like the great outdoors! Fortunately, Glasgow has a lot of beautiful spots to spend with the family, such as Pollok Country Park. This stunning park features over 360 acres of woodland, gardens and green space to wander and adventure through. Explore the park by bike or on foot with the kids and let them loose in the playground while you put your feet up for a few minutes! But don’t forget your refreshments - especially on those sunny Glasgow days. Did you know that when you sign up to tastecard, you join the UK’s biggest coffee club

Our final tip for things to do in Glasgow for families is a day out at the Riverside Museum of Transport and Travel. This fascinating museum tells the story of transportation in Scotland and features more than 3,000 objects, including cars, motorcycles, bicycles and steam engine trains. These amazing exhibitions are interesting for children and adults to experience and provide fantastic insight into travel through the ages. Plus, there are plenty of interactive activities and exhibits for children to get hands-on with.

Days out are great, but don’t run on an empty tank! When you’ve been on your feet all day, enjoying Glasgow’s variety of exciting and interesting sights, a delicious and filling meal is exactly what you need to finish off the day. A cultural hub, Glasgow boasts a whole range of tasty cuisines, with something to satisfy the taste of even the fussiest eaters. Settle down for an irresistible Italian at Zizzi or indulge in a hearty Glaswegian meal at The Town Tavern. With tastecard’s dining out deals, it’d be rude not to.