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From fun things to do and friendly people, to art, food and shopping, read our list of top reasons to visit Glasgow and explore Scotland’s best city.

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Top 10 Reasons Why Everyone Should Visit Glasgow

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From Doctor Who top attractions to art galleries, restaurants, shopping and football, discover why Glasgow is the best place to visit in Scotland.

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From free tours and museums to night out activities and cool attractions, check out our guide to the top things to see and do in Glasgow, Scotland.

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Insider Travel Guides

Scotland’s second city has art, architecture and a sparkling vitality.

With its proud working-class roots, stately Victorian architecture and artistic heritage, Glasgow is one of Scotland’s most vibrant cultural hubs. Home to museums, art galleries and institutions such as the Scottish Opera, the Scottish Ballet and the National Theatre of Scotland, Scotland’s largest city is sure to captivate your attention and keep you busy.


The Insider Guide 

Known in the 19th century as the Second City of the Empire, Glasgow has a long history as a wealthy industrial metropolis. Dive back into the city’s shipbuilding past with a stroll along the 10mi (16km) Clyde Walkway along the River Clyde. Though most of the shipyards have now been replaced by modern buildings, a stop at the Riverside Museum will take you back in time with an exhibition of historic vehicles. Then, trade in your shipwright’s badge for an art historian’s and immerse yourself in Glasgow’s art scene. The famed Glasgow School of Art, designed by Scottish architect Charles Rennie Mackintosh in 1845, will inspire you to visit the gift shop for souvenirs. Don’t put away your critical art lens just yet – the Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum has an impressive collection of pieces by the Glasgow Boys, the old Renaissance masters of Italy, the French impressionists and even Salvador Dali – as well as natural-history exhibits and other curiosities. On one of those rare, sunny Scottish days, take a walk along the city’s cobbled streets to admire the grand public buildings, Victorian mansions and Glasgow cathedral – the oldest building in Glasgow and the oldest cathedral in mainland Scotland. The Glasgow Necropolis is next door – it’s worth getting a guide to show you round this Victorian cemetery for its dramatic architecture, imposing sculptures and the remarkable life stories of the 50,000 buried here. If it’s peace and quiet you’re after, then head to the Glasgow Botanic Gardens, where you can check out the marble sculptures of Kibble Palace, the largest of the glasshouses, and recharge your batteries. Nearby, the bohemian streets of the West End of Glasgow are where you’ll find record stores, vintage clothing markets and second-hand booksellers. Now you’ve seen the main attractions, grab a pint at a local pub and boogie the night away at a live gig. Want to get the most out of your trip? Read on for our insider tips.


The Main Attractions

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Glasgow Afternoon Tea Experience

Glasgow through the ages: An audio tour discovering the city's humble beginnings

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Glasgow Evening Dining Experiences

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The 10 Best Local Restaurants In Glasgow, Scotland

The Top 10 Restaurants In Glasgow, Scotland

The Best Chinese Restaurants in Glasgow

Where to Eat Middle Eastern Food in Glasgow

The Best Korean Restaurants in Glasgow, Scotland

The 10 Best Scottish Restaurants In Glasgow

The 8 Best Seafood Restaurants in Glasgow

The Best Cooking Classes in Glasgow

The Best Bars in Glasgow's West End

The 10 Best Cocktail Bars In Glasgow, Scotland

A Whisky Lover's Guide to Glasgow

The Best Bars In Merchant City, Glasgow

The 10 Best Bars in Glasgow, Scotland

Glasgow's Best Craft Beers and Where to Drink Them

The Best Pubs In Glasgow, Scotland

The Best Wine Bars In Glasgow, Scotland

The Best Cocktail Bars in Glasgow

The Best Bakeries in Glasgow, Scotland

Where to Find The Best Pizza in Glasgow

The Best Coffee Shops in Glasgow, Scotland

The Best Cafes And Coffee Shops In Glasgow

Guide to Food & Drink in Glasgow, Scotland | Culture Trip

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Great Eats & Drinks

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Restaurants

The 10 Most Romantic Restaurants In Glasgow

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The 10 Best Local Restaurants In Glasgow, Scotland

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The Top 10 Restaurants In Glasgow, Scotland

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The Best Chinese Restaurants in Glasgow

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Where to Eat Middle Eastern Food in Glasgow

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The Best Korean Restaurants in Glasgow, Scotland

Restaurants

The 10 Best Scottish Restaurants In Glasgow

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The 8 Best Seafood Restaurants in Glasgow

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The Best Cooking Classes in Glasgow

Bars We Love

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The Best Bars in Glasgow's West End

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The 10 Best Cocktail Bars In Glasgow, Scotland

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A Whisky Lover's Guide to Glasgow

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The Best Bars In Merchant City, Glasgow

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The 10 Best Bars in Glasgow, Scotland

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Glasgow's Best Craft Beers and Where to Drink Them

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The Best Pubs In Glasgow, Scotland

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The Best Wine Bars In Glasgow, Scotland

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The Best Cocktail Bars in Glasgow

Markets & Shops

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The Best Bakeries in Glasgow, Scotland

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Where to Find The Best Pizza in Glasgow

Coffee

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The Best Coffee Shops in Glasgow, Scotland

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The Best Cafes And Coffee Shops In Glasgow