GLASGOW - 9 HOLES - FREE

GLASGOW
CITY MAP MINIGOLF

Glasgow - 9 stops - par 27

Banking a ball off the red sandstone of Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum feels different than hitting the glass of a modern storefront. This round follows the real streets of Glasgow, using the city's actual attractions as the holes. A quick 9-hole round covers 3.4 mi, with 22 portals to skip across the map. Skip knows every curb and cobblestone here.

HOW IT WORKS

01

Pick a city

The course is drawn on the real street grid, so the map you play is the map you walk.

02

Putt to the pin

Drag to aim, release to swing. Buildings bounce and water costs you a stroke.

03

Sightsee between strokes

Every hole ends at an attraction. Sink the putt, read the story, walk to the next tee.

THE GLASGOW ROUND - STOP BY STOP

HOLE 1 - PAR 2

Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum

The category A listed building of the Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum is a striking sight in the Yorkhill area of Glasgow, Scotland. Located within Kelvingrove Park in the West End of the city, this art museum welcomes 1,037,594 annual visitors. It is a local authority museum owned by Glasgow City Council and managed by Glasgow Museums. Since its inception in 1901, it has remained a central part of the city's cultural offerings. I've found that the scale of the place is impressive even from the outside. You can take your time exploring the galleries or simply enjoy the surroundings of the park before you head back into the city center.

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HOLE 2 - PAR 4

Hunterian Museum

The Hunterian is a complex of museums located in and operated by the University of Glasgow in Glasgow, Scotland. It covers the Hunterian Museum, the Hunterian Art Gallery, the Mackintosh House, the Zoology Museum and the Anatomy Museum. Founded in 1807, it is the oldest museum in Scotland. You can find a wide variety of collections here, as the Hunterian Museum functions as an art museum, a natural history museum, a history museum, and a university museum. I always find the mix of academic and artistic displays quite a trip. Let me show you around these halls to see how the university keeps its treasures. It is a great spot to spend an afternoon if you enjoy seeing how different types of history are kept under one roof.

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HOLE 3 - PAR 4

St Mary's Episcopal Cathedral

St Mary's Episcopal Cathedral is an Anglican or Episcopal cathedral. The building opened on 9 November 1871 as St Mary's Episcopal Church and was designed by architect George Gilbert Scott in the Gothic Revival style. It is a category A listed building. After its opening, the building was completed in 1893 when the spire was completed. The cathedral reached a total height of 63 metres. In 1908, the building was raised to cathedral status. You can see the influence of George Gilbert Scott in the Gothic Revival details of the structure. The height of 63 metres makes it a prominent feature of the city. Visitors should notice that the structure began as a church before it was officially elevated to a cathedral several decades after the initial opening of the building.

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HOLE 4 - PAR 4

Garnethill Synagogue

Garnethill Synagogue is a synagogue located in Garnethill, Glasgow, Scotland, in the United Kingdom. It is an Orthodox Jewish congregation and synagogue. The construction of the building was started in 1881 and was completed in 1881. John McLeod was the architect of the structure, which is built in the Byzantine Revival architecture style. It is a category A listed building, which reflects its architectural and historical importance to the area. Within the broader context of the region, this specific site is considered the cathedral synagogue of Scotland. You can observe the Byzantine Revival details on the facade as you approach the building.

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HOLE 7 - PAR 2

Glasgow Central Mosque

The Glasgow Central Mosque is a Sunni Deobandi mosque. It is located in the Gorbals district of central Glasgow, Scotland, within the United Kingdom. The mosque was started in 1983 and is positioned on the south bank of the River Clyde. This place of worship serves as a focal point for the community in the central part of the city. Visitors to the Gorbals district can find the building situated along the riverbank, where it stands as a prominent religious site in the local area. It is a place of prayer and reflection for those following the Sunni Deobandi tradition. The location on the south bank of the River Clyde provides a specific geographic marker for the mosque within the broader layout of central Glasgow and the surrounding urban environment of the United Kingdom.

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HOLE 8 - PAR 3

St Andrew's Cathedral

The Gothic Revival style defines the exterior of St Andrew's Cathedral. This Latin Catholic cathedral is located in the city centre of Glasgow, Scotland, on Clyde Street on the north bank of the River Clyde. Dedicated to the patron saint of Scotland, Saint Andrew, the building was designed in 1814 by architect James Gillespie Graham in the Neo-Gothic style. The inception of the cathedral was in 1816. It is the mother church of the Archdiocese of Glasgow and is recognized as a category A listed building. The cathedral is a significant landmark for those visiting the north bank of the River Clyde, combining its role as a center of faith with the distinct architectural characteristics of the Neo-Gothic movement. Whether you are interested in the work of James Gillespie Graham or the history of the Archdiocese, this site is a primary point of interest in the city.

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HOLE 9 - PAR 2

Gallery of Modern Art

You will first notice the impressive exterior of the Gallery of Modern Art, which is a category A listed building. This art museum is the main gallery of contemporary art in Glasgow, Scotland. Whether you are a lifelong art lover or just passing through, it is a significant stop in the city. The site operates as a museum and a local authority museum, ensuring the collection remains accessible to the public. It had an inception in 1996 and has since become a major draw for the area, welcoming 595,977 annual visitors. I've noticed that the crowd here always seems to have a great energy. It is a wonderful place to see how the city engages with modern creativity.

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STOP 10

George Square

Let me show you George Square. This is the principal civic square in Glasgow, Scotland. It is a central hub for the city and one of six squares located in the city centre. When you are walking through the area, you can pick out the other five: Cathedral Square, St Andrew's Square, St Enoch Square, Royal Exchange Square, and Blythswood Square. I find it is a great spot to get your bearings before heading off to other landmarks. It's a wide open space that feels like the true anchor of the downtown area. Since it is the principal civic square, it is often the first place visitors head to when they want to feel the pulse of Glasgow. It is a wonderful place to pause and look around before you continue your journey through the city centre.

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OTHER COURSES

18 HOLES - PAR 55

York

18 stops

This is a full eighteen-hole round through York. The map is the real city and the ball rolls along its actual streets, banking off the stone of the York Minster. Real attractions provide the structure for every hole. Six portals help move the ball across the 6.9 mi walk. Skip is a local guide who knows these alleys and bars by heart, provided there are no crumbs to distract him.

18 HOLES - PAR 54

Oxford

18 stops

This is Oxford. The map is the real city and the round is played on its real streets, starting at the Bodleian Library. Real attractions are what the holes are built from. Skip is a local guide who knows the place, though he spends most of his time dodging students. This full round of 18 holes is a 6.3 mi walk with a par of 54, using 6 portals to bridge the gaps between the landmarks.

18 HOLES - PAR 57

Liverpool

18 stops

From a perch on a ledge, Liverpool looks like a perfect grid for a game. The map is the real city and the round is played on its real streets, where the Royal Liver Building and other attractions are the actual holes. This is a full 18-hole round with a par of 57, covering 7.5 mi of pavement and using 38 portals to bridge the gaps. Skip knows every nook of these streets from a bird's eye view.

18 HOLES - PAR 52

Edinburgh

18 stops

Edinburgh is the setting for this round, where the map is the real city and the ball rolls across its actual streets. The holes are built from real attractions, starting the action at Edinburgh Castle. This is a full round of 18 holes with a par of 52. Skip is a local guide who knows the place, having spent plenty of time dodging feet for crumbs. The walk covers 5.9 mi and uses 36 portals to bridge the gaps.

18 HOLES - PAR 55

Cambridge

18 stops

Banking a ball off the stone facades of King's College Chapel requires a steady wing and a soft touch. This full round of 18 holes follows the real streets of Cambridge, using the city's actual attractions as the foundations for every hole. A few portals help the ball skip across the 6.9 mi walk to keep the pace up. Skip knows these pavements by heart and is along for the ride.

FAQ

Is it free to play?

Yes. Every course runs in the browser with no account and no install.

Do I need to be in the city?

No. The full round plays from anywhere. Walking the real route is a nice way to see the city, but it is not required.

Are the maps real?

Yes. The geometry comes from OpenStreetMap data, rendered chunky on purpose. Streets, water and parks sit where they really are.