The Friends of Glasgow Necropolis are delighted to offer friendly and informal Walking Tours of the Glasgow Necropolis.
Our volunteer tour guides give their time and commitment to share their passion for this outstanding cemetery to the visitors to the Glasgow Necropolis. Our tours are designed to provide an introduction and overview to the 37 acre (15 hectare) historically significant Victorian cemetery, telling the stories of some of the 50,000 people interred within its magnificent gates and their contribution to making Glasgow the second City of the Victorian Empire.
Our general walking tours are undertaken for free. However, all donations are gratefully received and support our work in the conservation and restoration of the Glasgow Necropolis.
Donations can be made in advance via our donations page, or with cash or card on the day.
About the Tours
Prior booking is essential, with members of The Friends of the Glasgow Necropolis having priority booking. All other places will be allocated on a first come basis and the meeting point will be provided with every confirmed booking.
Our General Tours last approximately 2 hours.
Specialist Tours
Glasgow Science Festival 2026 Saturday 6th June
National Cemetery Week Sunday 7th June
PLEASE NOTE: Please be aware our organisation is run by volunteers and as a result there may be a short delay in us getting back you. We’ll reply as soon as we can, so please be patient with us!
Tour Programme 2026
19
Saturday
September 2026
Doors Open Festival
Time: 11.00am
Guide(s): Tommy Clarke
19
Saturday
September 2026
Doors Open Festival
Time: 12.00 noon
Guide(s): Gavin & Joyce McNae
19
Saturday
September 2026
Doors Open Festival
Time: 1.00pm
Guide(s): Gary Nisbet
19
Saturday
September 2026
Doors Open Festival
Time: 2.00pm
Guide(s): Irene Gow
19
Saturday
September 2026
Doors Open Festival
Time: 3.00pm
Guide(s): Annette Mullen
20
Sunday
September 2026
Doors Open Festival
Time: 12.00 noon
Guide(s): Claire McArthur
20
Sunday
September 2026
Doors Open Festival
Time: 1.00pm
Guide(s): Kathleen Caskie
20
Sunday
September 2026
Doors Open Festival
Time: 2.00pm
Guide(s): Jess Lucas
20
Sunday
September 2026
Doors Open Festival
Time: 3.00pm
Guide(s): Annette Mullen
Planning your Visit
Click here to find out more about the Location of the Necropolis and how to get there.