Attractions in Balfron & Things to Do in Balfron
(and nearby)

Bucinch & Ceardach (10 Miles)*
Bucinch and Ceardach are two tiny uninhabited islands surrounded by the waters of Loch Lomond. They were presented to The National Trust for Scotland in 1943 by Col. Charles L. Spenser of Dumfries.
Denny Ship Model Experiment Tank (12 Miles)*
A visit to the Denny Ship Model Experiment Tank is a unique chance to step back into the world of the Victorian ship designer. Built in 1882 the Denny Tank was the first commercial ship model testing tank built in the world.
Fossil Grove (13 Miles)*
Fossil Grove is Glasgow's most ancient attraction. Its fossil trees provide an insight into the world of 330 million years ago.
Clydebuilt Scottish Maritime Museum (13 Miles)*
The story of Glasgow and the River Clyde is brought vividly to life at Clydebuilt, the Scottish Maritime Museum at Braehead.
The Museum of Piping (13 Miles)*
Compiled over many years, the collection of piping photographs, instruments and other memorabilia is unrivalled.
Blair Drummond Safari and Adventure Park (13 Miles)*
A visit to the park combines a mixture of driving through animal reserves then parking and walking through pets farm, playing in one of the many adventure areas, taking in the sea lion and falconry displays and visiting chimp island.
Glasgow Museum of Transport (13 Miles)*
This Museum is now Closed.Glasgow's new, purpose built transport museum will open in April 2011.
Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum (13 Miles)*
Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum has welcomed over 6 million visitors since reopening in 2006.
Tenement House (13 Miles)*
Here is a typical Victorian tenement flat of 1892, a fascinating time capsule of the first half of the 20th century.
Glasgow School of Art (14 Miles)*
The history of the Glasgow School of Art is inextricably linked to Charles Rennie Mackintosh. A graduate of the School, Mackintosh's 1896 design for a new School of Art building heralded the birth of a new style in 20th century European architecture.
Geilston Garden (14 Miles)*
Set around Geilston House (not open to the public), which is thought to date from the late 17th century, this enchanting garden was first opened to visitors in 1998.
Ben Lomond (14 Miles)*
The mountain, and over 5000 acres around it, are owned and managed by the National Trust for Scotland.
Glasgow Science Centre (14 Miles)*
Glasgow Science Centre (GSC) is one of Scotland's must-see visitor attractions. GSC encapsulates the world of science and technology in new, fun and exciting ways.
Provand's Lordship (14 Miles)*
Step back in time and discover a piece of Glasgow's history with a visit to the only medieval house in Glasgow.
Finlaystone Country Estate (14 Miles)*
Welcome to Finlaystone with its spectacular views across the Firth of Clyde. We hope you will find something for everyone here, whatever the season.
Glasgow Cathedral (14 Miles)*
Glasgow Cathedral is the only Scottish mainland medieval cathedral to have survived the Reformation complete (apart from its western towers).
St Mungo Museum of Religious Life and Art (14 Miles)*
The award-winning St Mungo Museum explores the importance of religion in people's lives and art across the world and across time. It aims to promote understanding and respect between people of different faiths and of none.
Gallery of Modern Art (14 Miles)*
GoMA is the most visited modern art gallery in Scotland. Housed in an elegant 18th century building in the heart of Glasgow, it is the centre for the modern art collection owned by the city.
Hutchesons' Hall (14 Miles)*
The present building was designed and built in 1802-5 by David Hamilton and major reconstruction work by John Baird in 1876 resulted in today's impressive interior, with its elegant hall and staircase.
The Lighthouse (14 Miles)*
The Lighthouse, Scotland's first, dedicated, national centre for architecture and design, was opened by HM Queen Elizabeth in 1999, a renamed, £13 million conversion of Charles Rennie Mackintosh's 1895 Glasgow Herald newspaper office.
Glasgow Police Museum (15 Miles)*
At the Glasgow Police Museum you have the unique opportunity to step into the compelling and dramatic history of the United Kingdom's oldest police force.
Scotland Street School Museum (15 Miles)*
Glasgow's most celebrated architect Charles Rennie Mackintosh (1868-1928) designed Scotland Street School between 1903 and 1906 for the School Board of Glasgow.
People's Palace and Winter Gardens (15 Miles)*
The People's Palace is Glasgow's social history museum, set in historic Glasgow Green.
Smith Art Gallery & Museum (15 Miles)*
Nestling beneath Stirling Castle, in the King's Park, the ancient hunting grounds of the Stuart monarchs, and now a suburb of opulent Victorian mansions, is the Stirling Smith Art Gallery and Museum.
Stirling Castle (15 Miles)*
Towering over the city, Stirling Castle is amongst Scotland's most celebrated visitor attractions.
* Distances shown are in a direct line. Distances by road will be longer.



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