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The Glasgow School of Art

11 Dalhousie Street, Glasgow G3 6RQ, Scotland
44-141-353-4526
As featured in 3 days in Glasgow
Ranked #6 of 159 attractions in Glasgow
4.5 of 5 stars 78 Reviews
Type: Architectural Buildings, Educational Sites
Fee: Yes
Traveller Description: The influential architect Charles Rennie Mackintosh designed the Glasgow School of Art in 1896.  Celebrating the 100th anniversary of the completion... more »
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manchester
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2012

We had previously visited Hill House and the House for an Art Lover but had not though about the School of Art. We thought that we could just turn up on the Bank Holiday and wander round but we were able to book a tour for that afternoon. I regret not being able to remember the guide's name but she... More

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Jen Stewart, Public Relations Manager at The Glasgow School of Art, responded to this review
15 May 2012

Thanks so much for your review, we have photos of our wonderful student tour guides on our website for any visitors keen to identify their guide and leave individual feedback! http://www.gsa.ac.uk/visit-gsa/mackintosh-building-tours/gsa-mackintosh-building-tour-guides/ More

Kentallen, United Kingdom
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22 reviews 22 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2012

Even the attention to detail at the main entrance is stunning. It was shame not to be able to see any of the studios but that's fair evenough given that it's a funtioning art school and exams were taking place. The library was breathtaking and the whole experience was quite moving More

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Toronto, Canada
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2012

The tour was one hour - not really enough time to take it in (and this was my second time) and one feels a little rushed through everything. It is frustrating as a designer not to be able to photograph items and details that typical monographs seldom capture and which are not shown in postcards or other items they want... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2012

An iconic building which must be seen in order to grasp what Rennie-Mackintosh was trying to achieve. A world class building which still performs the function for which it was intended. More

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Haverford, Pennsylvania
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2012
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We went to Glasgow to study Mackintosh and no stop would be complete without a visit to his Glasgow School of Art. The building is amazing a school that he was given the commission for and built using his unique philosophy of design. Our tour started in the gift shop which in itself is worth a visit. It has a... More

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Banbury
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 May 2012

When I did this tour, I was studying Charles Rennie Mackintosh. The combination of a working art school with an exceptional architectural heritage made for a very special visit. The final year student was enthusiastic, intellegent and fun. Every aspect of the building was intriguing, particularly the small details. The library has to be one of the most interesting rooms... More

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Glasgow, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 April 2012

This building is situated up the hill from Sauchiehall street and is a good place to see a great example of Mackintosh's work. The shop has lots of Mackintosh inspired gifts and also some unusual things by students of the school. The hideous 1960's building across the road has just been demolished and so the area looks so much better. More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 April 2012

Superb building. Just screams out timeless style and quality. More

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London, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2012
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This was the place I headed for as soon as my conference was over. I really loved it and the enthusiastic and young guide, who graduated the previous year, was really committed to the place and extremely knowledgeable. It really was a highlight of my visit. More

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Glasgow
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 April 2012

A conducted tour of the Art School is well worth while. You will see students at work in a building that is 100 years old but still works as a series of studios. If you are a Mackintosh fan, this is a must see. More

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