Greenock Map

Greenock map, view the Inverclyde town of Greenock, located in the county of Inverclyde, Scotland.

Detailed Street Map of Greenock Inverclyde & Guide to the Area

Greenock Map Inverclyde: Interactive map of Greenock, displaying the town situated in the county of Inverclyde, Scotland, United Kingdom.

Use controls (+/-) to display a detailed street map of Greenock area and a Greenock town centre map, showing Greenock Railway Station and Inverclyde Leisure.

Other facilities, some of which may also be visible on this Greenock map are: Oak Mall Shopping Centre, Tesco Extra, Beacon Arts Centre, Greenock Central Station, The James Watt pub, Costa Coffee, Greggs, The Esplanade Café, Westburn Church, Greenock Baptist Church, McLean Museum, Boots, Superdrug, WHSmith, Specsavers, Card Factory, JD Sports, River Clyde Homes, Premier Inn Greenock, Holiday Inn Express, Waterfront Cinema, B&M Bargains, Asda Greenock, The Exchange Bar, O'Connell's Bar, The Black Cat, Waterfront Leisure Complex, Lyle Kirk, Clydeview Academy, Notre Dame High School, West College Scotland Greenock Campus, Greenock Health Centre, Inverclyde Royal Hospital, The Chartroom Restaurant, Tonino's Pizzeria, The Exchange Coffee House, East India Harbour Bar, Waterfront Chip Shop, Oak Tree Gallery, Caffe Monza, Bayhill Bar, The Bullseye Bar, Aldi, Poundland, Timpson, Santander, Royal Bank of Scotland, Inverclyde Council Offices, Lyle Hill Monument, Battery Park Pavilion.

By zooming out a couple of steps (double right click) you can view the surrounding areas of Gourock, Port Glasgow, Wemyss Bay, Inverkip, Kilmacolm, Langbank, Skelmorlie, Bridge of Weir, Kilbarchan, Houston, Bishopton, Erskine, Dumbarton, Helensburgh, Lochwinnoch, Quarriers Village, Ardentinny, Dunoon, Sandbank, Blairmore, Kilcreggan, Rosneath, Cardross, Greenhill, Finnart, Knockbuckle, Inveruglas, Glenburn, Craigendoran, Strone, Ardgowan, Hunter's Quay.

Greenock is a coastal town in Inverclyde, sitting snugly along the southern bank of the Firth of Clyde. It's a place that mixes its industrial past with sweeping views, maritime history and a community that's got plenty of grit and heart. The town centre stretches out near the waterfront, with a backdrop of hills that adds a bit of drama to the skyline. Greenock's got a working feel to it, but also a charm that grows on you the longer you stick around.

The town's history is tied tightly to shipbuilding, sugar refining and maritime trade. In the 18th and 19th centuries, Greenock grew fast thanks to its deep harbour and booming docks. It became a major hub for imports and exports, particularly sugar and tobacco from the West Indies. Shipbuilding took off, and by the 20th century, Greenock yards were turning out everything from warships to cargo vessels. Famous engineer James Watt was born here, lending even more weight to the town's legacy. While shipbuilding has long since scaled back, the population now sits at just under 45,000, and the town has shifted towards other industries like retail, public services and tech.

There's a fair bit to explore in Greenock and nearby. The town's Beacon Arts Centre hosts theatre, live music and community events, with views across the Clyde that are hard to beat. McLean Museum and Art Gallery (officially part of the Watt Institution) covers local history, art and natural sciences, and it's packed with quirky exhibits. Lyle Hill gives you a cracking panoramic view of the river and surrounding hills, and Battery Park is perfect for a wander by the water. While you won't find any National Trust for Scotland or English Heritage sites bang in the centre, there are some within easy reach—like the historic Newark Castle over in Port Glasgow, which is managed by Historic Environment Scotland and well worth a visit.

Wider Inverclyde is full of hidden gems. Gourock and Port Glasgow offer a change of pace, with ferry terminals that can whisk you off to places like Dunoon or Kilcreggan for the day. The coastal walks are cracking, especially along the Esplanade, and the nearby Clyde Muirshiel Regional Park opens up into a whole stretch of moorland, woodland and lochs—brilliant for anyone who loves the outdoors. You'll also find quirky little museums, sculpture trails and viewpoints all along this stretch of the west coast, not to mention some surprisingly good fish and chips.

Getting to and from Greenock's no hassle. The A8 runs right through town, connecting to the M8 for a straight drive into Glasgow in about 40 minutes. There are several train stations, including Greenock Central, West and Whinhill, which offer direct links into Glasgow Central. Local buses cover Inverclyde and nearby areas well. Glasgow Airport is the closest, just over 20 miles away, and reachable by car or bus in about half an hour. Once you're in Greenock, it's easy enough to get about on foot or with public transport, especially around the town centre.

Inverclyde, as a council area, is compact but packed with character. It's made up of a mix of former industrial towns and scenic waterfront communities. The landscape flips quickly from working docks and urban streets to green hills and wide-open estuary views. Historically, the area's always been tied to the sea—trade, travel and industry have all left their mark—but it's also got a softer side, with parks, heritage sites and a strong sense of identity. It's the kind of place that wears its past on its sleeve but isn't stuck in it.

We hope you found this Greenock tourist map useful for your visit to the area.

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