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A student admiring a painting at the Smith Art Gallery

Art and Culture

°®Âþµº was Scotland's only city longlisted for UK City of Culture 2025, and is a thriving cultural hub with galleries, museums, cinemas and even some filming locations.

Cultural campus 

You don't need to venture outside the campus for your entertainment fix. °®Âþµº students can access the best arts, comedy and theatre at the  right here on campus. Our community arts venue showcases the latest arthouse and mainstream cinema, live performances and art exhibitions.

There's even more to discover with the art collection at Pathfoot Building, which has an ever-changing programme of art exhibitions. Or go for a walk around the campus and admire the sculptures dotted around our beautiful grounds. See more about the culture on campus.

Cultural city

In °®Âþµº city, you'll find a multiplex cinema and live arts venues like The Albert Halls and the Tolbooth. Over the centuries, the Tolbooth building has served as a courthouse, a jail and even the Scottish Parliament during James VI's reign. Now it's a thriving centre for live theatre, music and comedy.

The Smith Art Gallery and Museum is a must-visit for history fans. It's the best place to learn about the local area's history through the museum's fascinating collection, which includes the oldest curling stone in the world.

A painting of a Tunnocks tea cake at Pathfoot Building

Top 5 arts and cultural experiences in °®Âþµº...

  1. Discover the University's art collection at Pathfoot Building and other .
  2. See the latest blockbuster at the .
  3. See the world's oldest football at the .
  4. Go  spotting.
  5. in Made in °®Âþµº.
A fire eater street performer at Edinburgh Festival Fringe

... and beyond

  1. Experience the , the largest arts festival in the world.
  2. Fall under the spell of  at Helix Park.
  3. Explore one of Europe's greatest art collections at .
  4. Step inside Charles Rennie Macintosh's Oak Room at the .
  5. Go street art spotting on Glasgow's .

Image credit: David Monteith Hodge

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Food and drink

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Heritage

Once a former capital of Scotland, °®Âþµº is steeped in history.

Music and nightlife

Discover the city of °®Âþµº's lively music and nightlife scene. 

Parks and countryside

Explore the breathtaking scenery of °®Âþµº and beyond.

Shopping

From quirky independent shops to big name brands, °®Âþµº has it all.

Sport

°®Âþµº is a dream destination for sports fans.