Top things to do in Glasgow
Attractions, tours, and activities in Glasgow
Glasgow: the city's best neighborhoods
Find a great area to stay in Glasgow
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Central Glasgow
In downtown
The historic centre is a medley of architectural styles. Gaze upon the Italianate city hall on George Square, then head to Little Italy to chomp on top-notch pizza. Spot Doric columns and Palladian windows while bar-hopping in the Merchant City area. Then sip on a cuppa at the Art Nouveau Willow Tea Rooms, designed by Charles Mackintosh himself.
Places to stay from $24 a night
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North West
1.3 miles from downtown
Glasgow University lends this area a youthful, bohemian vibe. Fresh-faced whippersnappers wander its illustrious campus, and kooky art lovers browse Kelvingrove Park’s galleries. Stop off in a student bar on Ashton Lane – this quaint, cobbled street is the perfect place to debate the Glasgow School’s contribution to Art Nouveau into the wee hours.
Places to stay from $25 a night
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South
1.8 miles from downtown
A green belt of possibilities. Among the gardens of Pollok Park lies a gallery with paintings by El Greco and Goya. Then there’s the Burrell Collection – it displays Chinese art in a quiet woodland setting. In Queen’s Park, go “quackers” for duck ponds and nature walks. Or, trace the history of Scottish “fitba” (football) at Hampden Park stadium.
Places to stay from $25 a night
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East End
1.5 miles from downtown
The East End’s gritty yet charming. Head to Barras Market for classic Glaswegian shopping. Its independent traders sell everything from antiques to kilts. Pop into the Blue Lagoon chip shop to taste a deep-fried Mars bar (at your own risk!). Wash it down with a pint among raucous Celtic FC fans – their green-and-white pubs line Gallowgate Street.
Places to stay from $67 a night
About Glasgow
Including tips for the best time to visit Glasgow
Glasgow—named European Capital of Culture of 1990—combines beautiful architecture with a thriving arts scene. Visitors will never run out of fun things to do, from exploring the Georgian buildings of George Square to going on a shopping spree down the "Style Mile."
Scotland’s largest city is also home to several famous museums. Find inspiration at the avant-garde Glasgow Science Centre on the banks of the River Clyde, or the iconic Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, where you’ll find everything from dinosaur fossils to Dutch masterpieces. Meanwhile, the award-winning Riverside Museum showcases the city’s transportation and shipbuilding heritage.
Stylish cafes and cozy restaurants line Glasgow’s renovated riverfront, while its architectural legacy is preserved in the Victorian designs of Charles Rennie Mackintosh. The innovator's work can be found throughout the city, from the central Lighthouse to the Hunterian Art Gallery, which recreates the famous architect’s home in striking detail.
Nowadays the city’s main creative outlet is music. Catch a gig at any one of the countless spots, from the world’s oldest surviving music hall to the venue that launched the career of Oasis.
Glasgow also makes a great base for exploring the surrounding natural landscape. Loch Lomond on the lowlands border is about a 30-min drive away, leaving you right at the edge of the lush, vast Highlands.
Tonight
From $150 per night
This weekend
From $301 per night
Next weekend
From $271 per night
| Most popular time to visit | October-December |
| Cheapest time to visit | January-March |
| Local currency | £1 = $1.25 |
| Language | English |
| Average weekend price | $14 per night |
| Average weekday price | $14 per night |
| Average stay | 1 night |
Points of interest in Glasgow
Stay near the top sightseeing spots in Glasgow
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Hampden Park
2.7 miles from downtown
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Ibrox Stadium
2.2 miles from downtown
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George Square
0.4 miles from downtown
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Buchanan Galleries
0.2 miles from downtown
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Merchant City
0.8 miles from downtown
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Sauchiehall Street
0.6 miles from downtown
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King's Theatre Glasgow
0.5 miles from downtown
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Celtic Park
2.3 miles from downtown
Glasgow reviews
What other travelers say about Glasgow
has some interesting history and some great buildings but...
June 8, 2023
has some interesting history and some great buildings but alot of walking between them. City's are'nt really my thing though so not likely a fair assesment on my part but I could have easily just as well not gone to Glasgow and saved that day for more time in the country or smaller older towns
Glasgow is a lovely city but some of the shops have closed...
June 5, 2023
Glasgow is a lovely city but some of the shops have closed and Sauchiehall Street does not look as good as it should. Plenty of places to eat and easy to get around the city. Tour bus is a great start.
Glasgow, Scotland's largest city is a great place for a...
June 5, 2023
Glasgow, Scotland's largest city is a great place for a long weekend trip in Britain. Lots of varied activities and tourist opportunities throughout the city. Easy transport links and a good change of scene from the more highly visited Edinburgh.
Lovely city.
June 5, 2023
Lovely city. Very easy to get around. People engaged if asked anything and also left one alone if preferred. The Artto Hotel is one of the better places I've stayed. Very pleasant, very helpful and very relaxed. Loved it.
We were here for one night, for a gig.
June 1, 2023
We were here for one night, for a gig. It's a decent hotel, clean and modern, right in the centre. Breakfast was pretty fair. Only comment would be that at over £100 a night it is still pretty pricey for what is clearly a budget hotel. I would, however, check it out in other locations instead of spending more on something not worth it. So overall - fairly good. For £20 less, would be amazing :-)
Glasgow is a lovely city with wonderful architecture often...
May 30, 2023
Glasgow is a lovely city with wonderful architecture often missed . Lots of nice places to eat and enjoy a cafe culture . West End is great for shopping . Underground is reliable and taxis abundant . However there is a need for Glasgow City Council to improve the litter in the city it is a blight on many of the locations and in comparison to other European cities is very poor .
Popular places to stay in Glasgow
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