Destinations    Glasgow

If it’s culture, entertainment, good food and an all-day shopping experience you are after, then Glasgow’s the place for you! The city enjoys a year round buzz that visitors just love and is known as Scotland’s style capital with its art deco brasseries, stylish shops and cultural centres. Home to Scottish Opera, Scottish Ballet and the Royal Scottish National Orchestra, the city boasts more than 30 art galleries and museums as well as an annual programme of performing arts and festivals.

With so many galleries in Glasgow you’ll be spoilt for choice! An experience not to be missed is The Burrell Collection. In 1944 millionaire, Sir William Burrell gifted his 9000 works of art to the city of Glasgow. Housed within a purpose built gallery set in the grounds of Pollock Country Park, the collection is a vast array of art from around the world, including paintings by Degas, Cezanne and Renoir.


The Glasgow Science Centre is one of Scotland’s must-see visitor attractions. The centre has become an iconic landmark in the city, with three floors of exhibits, an Imax Cinema and Planetarium all set within a gleaming titanium crescent that overlooks the Clyde.

They say ‘ What Gaudi is to Barcelona – Charles Rennie Mackintosh is to Glasgow’. An architect, designer and artist Mackintosh is omnipresent throughout the city. The Glasgow School of Art is considered by many to be his finest accomplishment and is well worth a visit, as is the stunning ‘House for an Art Lover’. Situated in a beautiful parkland setting and adjacent to magnificent Victorian Walled Gardens, this is a truly unique venue.

Famous for shopping! Glasgow is second only to London as the shopping Capital of Britain. Princes Square, oozes sophistication with an unrivalled mix of high street brands alongside independent boutiques and Buchanan Galleries house over 90 high street and designer Labels such as Liberty and Burberry. The Italian Centre is a unique shopping experience boasting the only Versace store in the UK while the bohemian West End has an eclectic mix of vintage and independent shops.

Take afternoon tea at the world famous Glasgow Willow Tea Rooms, designed by Charles Rennie Mackintosh in 1904 and experience the splendour of a bygone era.

Enjoy an uninterrupted view of Glasgow’s cityscape courtesy of the Lighthouse, where you can spot some of the significant buildings that make up the city’s rich architectural tapestry. Spanning six floors, The Lighthouse is dedicated to promoting architecture, design and the creative industries through a collection of award-winning exhibitions.

Visit the Tall Ship, Glenlee, at Glasgow Harbour and discover the history of shipbuilding in Glasgow during its golden era, in the nearby visitors’ centre. Then take a ride on a fast powerboat through Glasgow City to the Clyde Estuary and its spectacular sea lochs. Seaforce Tours, based at the harbour, range from 1-5 hours and a stop off for a meal or visit to a friendly pub can be included on the rides to Dumbarton Castle.

Visit the People's Palace, Glasgow's social history museum and see the story of the people and city of Glasgow from 1750 to the present. View paintings, prints and photographs displayed alongside a wealth of historic artefacts, film and interactive exhibitions.

There’s nowhere better to catch a taste of the local humour than one of the many bars the city has to offer. Check out The Horseshoe Bar, an old gin palace with the longest bar in the UK or Babbity Bowster situated in a 19th century house and considered to be one of Glasgow’s finest pubs. Glasgow is also famous for is its ultra trendy designer bars such as Arta in the Merchant City – super cool and the place to be seen.

When it comes to good restaurants Glasgow is a culinary capital, the choice, variety and standard of eateries in the city is first class. Try one of the trendy restaurants in the uber cool Merchant City or for a more laid back dining experience visit the West End.