Glasgow

Shopping in Glasgow

Shopping is an absolute delight in Glasgow. Not only is it tops for shops but its compact city centre and grid system makes it easy to navigate during serious retail therapy. Giant high street malls such as the ultra modern Buchanan Galleries and St Enoch Centre are just a mocha-powered meander from the elegance of the Italian Centre and Prices Square as well as the speciality shops of the Merchant city.

It is worth taking time out from the hustle and bustle to explore the antique shops, craft workshops and garden centres tucked away in the area's market towns and villages.

Eating in Glasgow

You can quite literally eat your way round the world in Glasgow as the city's café culture espouses the very latest trends in global cuisine, from the style & sushi bars of the Merchant City to the restaurants and brasseries in the hip West-End.

Things to do and see in Glasgow

There is a fantastic variety of attractions, museums, galleries, shops, festivals and concerts to be enjoyed throughout the year and with an integrated transport system in and around the city, exploring really couldn't be easier.
Whether it's a bit of culture or something for the kids, there is plenty to keep even the most eager of explorers busy!

Glasgow has an amazing portfolio of more than twenty museums and galleries - many of them free - including the unique Burrell Collection, stunning Mackintosh House and cool and contemporary Gallery of Modern Art.

Heritage seekers will enjoy the Museum of Transport, Museum of Scottish Country Life at Kittochside and Cyldebuilt, which tells the story of Glasgow and the River Clyde from tobacco to shipbuilding. Lovers of the beautiful game meanwhile should head for the ground-breaking Scottish Football Museum at Hampden.

Hotels in Glasgow.

Glasgow has some of the finest hotels in the country, and has a variety of hotels to suit every taste. Whether you are looking for 4 star hotels or an independent guest house, Glasgow will be able to accommodate you. The 5 star Radisson Sas Hotel Glasgow offers something special while you could also choose the 4 star City Inn Glasgow or 3 star Glasgow Pond Hotel and Ambassador Hotel. For more hotels and B&Bs please click here to view and book.

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