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The city of Glasgow is located on the banks of the River Clyde, in West Central Scotland. Renowned for its striking architecture, contemporary art spaces, fascinating museums, and home to some of the UK’s best music venues, it’s one of the most exciting cities you’ll ever come across.
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Scotland's UNESCO Trail
Glasgow: Creative City of Music
From contemporary to classical, Celtic to country, music is the beating heart of this Scottish city.
Things to do in Glasgow
Glasgow has a brilliant mix of activities and top attractions including galleries, shopping, museums and more.
Free things to do and attractions in Glasgow
Explore free things to do and attractions in Glasgow.
10 Must-Visit Hidden Gems in Glasgow
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Museums in Glasgow
Glasgow is packed with world-class museums, many of which are free to visit.
Galleries in Glasgow
Explore some of Glasgow's engaging galleries which showcase the creativity and talent of the city.
Shopping in Glasgow
From high street brands to independent stores, Glasgow is the ideal place for a shopping city break.
Scotland Loves Local Glasgow Gift Card
Sample all that the city has to offer using the Scotland Loves Local Glasgow Gift Card.
Inspiration for Glasgow breaks
Places to stay
From 5-star luxury spa hotels and cosy B&B's to budget-friendly hostels and modern apartments, there are plenty of accommodation options for your city break in Glasgow.
Tours, Routes & Trails
Sometimes a great way to explore a new place is on two feet. Glasgow offers a range of fascinating guided tours around the city, as well as many mural trails and walking routes nearby the city too.
Unique Experiences
Did you know “Glasgow” in Gaelic is “Glaschu” which means “Dear Green Place” and with dozens of parks and gardens in the city, it’s easy to see why.
Map of Glasgow
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How to Travel to and around Glasgow
Getting to Glasgow
Bus and coach
There are national coach operators who provide regular and affordable services to the city daily.
Train
Glasgow Central and Glasgow Queen Street are the two main railway stations in the city. ScotRail provides frequent fast and reliable services direct to Glasgow and from many major cities.
Book train tickets with Trainline
Check ScotRail timetables for Glasgow Central
Check ScotRail timetables for Glasgow Queen Street
Glasgow can also be reached overnight from London on the Caledonian Sleeper.
Flying
Fly into Glasgow Airport which is just over 8 miles from the city centre.
It is one of Scotland’s busiest airports and well connected globally with daily flights to all major airports including London Heathrow, Paris and Amsterdam. There are also many direct routes to most UK cities as well as many key European destinations.
Or fly to one of Scotland’s airports and travel to Glasgow by bus, or train.
Driving
Glasgow is about an hour’s drive from Edinburgh and 3 hour drive from Inverness. The M74 and M8 motorways run north and south through the city centre.
If driving in from the south, try a scenic alternative and take the fascinating Clyde Valley Tourist Route, one of the country's National Tourist Routes, which runs alongside the River Clyde and passes many places of historic interest.
There are many car hire companies operating in Glasgow.
Getting around Glasgow
Walking
You can also cover a lot of ground on foot - despite being Scotland's largest city, Glasgow is surprisingly easy to get around.
Cycling
If you fancy getting some miles in on the bike, there is on-street cycling hire across the city with NextBike and Ovo.
Subway
Ride the Subway (known as 'the Clockwork Orange') to quickly travel from one side of Glasgow to the other.
Accessible travel
Glasgow is a very accessible city, with disabled access across the city's attractions, restaurants, cafes, transport and more.
Bus and coach
Take advantage of the local buses or a ‘hop-on, hop-off’ sightseeing tour.
What's on in Glasgow
Events
Glasgow's events and festivals are some of the most renowned in Scotland, and more recently Glasgow was named the European Capital of Sport.
Places to eat in Glasgow
Food & Drink
Dinner with a view is a must when visiting Glasgow. You can also find quirky eateries, lush local produce, and a range of delicacies to suit all palates.
Travelling sustainably in Glasgow
If you're looking to book a weekend away in Glasgow but want to be eco-friendly, there are various accommodation, travel and food & drink options you can add to your itinerary.
Explore Further
Still looking for more to do? We've got you covered. You won't be lost for things to see and do in this vibrant city.
A tip from your local expert
The Burrell Collection is a must-see when visiting Glasgow. Amassed by Sir William Burrell, this extensive collection includes works by Rodin & Cézanne as well as ancient artefacts. They also have excellent activities for children.
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