Things to do Glasgow
Glasgow is Scotland’s biggest and friendliest cities, famous for its warm hospitality and rich cultural heritage. On arrival you’ll be blown away by some of its stunning architecture including Glasgow Cathedral and of course the most visited Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum. These are just a few examples of great places to visit, and course there are an endless number of walking tours, bus tours and local guides for every taste and budget.
Glasgow is also a very popular city break for those of you looking to immerse yourself in the city’s lively music and arts scene, or indulging your senses in its cuisine at its numerous restaurants and pubs.
The charm of our city is that we welcome all visitors with gusto wither you are stopping by on a quick visit on business or enjoying some time here with loved ones. Discover the enduring attraction of Glasgow from the comfort of our hotel, where the best experience awaits just beyond our doors. Here are some of our cities most popular attractions and tours in no order.
Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum
Step into a world where mummies and Monet—this grand Victorian building is a treasure chest of art, history, and delightful surprises. And yes, it's free!
Glasgow Science Centre
Who says science isn’t fun? Ignite your curiosity with interactive exhibits, a planetarium, and a view from the tower that’s worth the ticket price alone.
Glasgow Cathedral
An awe-inspiring medieval building that’s survived centuries of chaos—come for the architecture, stay for the serenity and you might even hear some visiting choirs performing if you are in luck.
City Sightseeing Glasgow Tour (Hop-On Hop-Off Bus)
Your red and yellow chariot awaits! Take the open-top tour to get your bearings and hear stories that make the city’s history come alive (with plenty of stops for cheeky wee photos).
Style Mile – Glasgow’s Shopping District
If shopping were a sport, Glasgow would be in the Premier League. From designer boutiques on Ingram Street to high-street favourites on Buchanan, this is retail therapy at its finest—with a side of people-watching.
The Riverside Museum and The Tall Ship
Step into a world where mummies and Monet—this grand Victorian building is a treasure chest of art, history, and delightful surprises. And yes, it's free!
The Necropolis
This atmospheric hilltop cemetery is perfect for sunset strolls with a view (and a wee bit of ghostly charm). Tours are available but book up quickly.
The Glasgow Botanic Gardens
Nothing says romance like a walk among exotic blooms in Victorian glasshouses, followed by a coffee by the River Kelvin—blissfully free and gloriously green. There’s nowhere more magical on a fine dry day in Glasgow.
The Burrell Collection is a Museum in Glasgow
Hidden in the green expanse of Pollok Country Park, this world-class collection of art and antiquities has reopened with fresh sparkle after a stunning revamp.
The Hunterian Museum and Art Gallery
Small but feisty, this university museum is packed with quirks—like the preserved brain of a 19th-century surgeon. Intriguing, odd, and a free attraction.