Merchant City Travel Guide
Glasgow
Visit Merchant City
Popular places to visit
George Square
The people of Glasgow love their spacious central gathering place, which is full of statues and surrounded by stately buildings and restaurants.
City Chambers
City Chambers is just one of the places to see in Glasgow, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums.
OVO Hydro
Glasgow's multipurpose events venue attracts the biggest names in entertainment. Come to see a performance or simply to admire the building's design.
Hampden Park
The home of Scottish soccer, this stadium is beloved by fans of the game who gather here for its electric atmosphere and popular museum about the sport's history.
Buchanan Street
Cutting through the heart of Glasgow, this bustling pedestrianized street is lined with sleek shopping centers, restaurants and several cultural highlights.
University of Glasgow
Explore the campus of one of the U.K.'s oldest universities and feed your fervor for learning in its museums, lecture halls and historic buildings.
Things to do
Scottish Football Museum and Hampden Park Stadium Tour
Loch Lomond: Scottish Highlands Sightseeing Cruise
Edinburgh: Loch Lomond, Stirling Castle and the Kelpies Day Tour
Glenfinnan Viaduct, Glencoe & Loch Shiel Tour from Glasgow
Top hotels in Merchant City
The Social Hub Glasgow
"Arrived late and the security guy was seated more concerned about his mobile than opening me the door, totally ignoring my presence by the shuttered glass door, only after starting to make a call, he decided to finally stop looking to his mobile and open the door for me to come in, absolutely surreal. ..."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Fraser Suites Glasgow
"free laundry facilities adequate gym"
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Revolver Glasgow
"I thought by booking a private room we would have a bathroom, NOPE! Shared toilets with men and women and public showers. The only hotel I have seen give you earplugs and a condom in the room. Did not feel clean. Cleaning staff were sitting on the floor right outside our room talking so loud at 7am ..."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Premier Inn Glasgow City - George Square
"The room was very good and centrally located. Beds were comfy and room was clean. My only problem was the restaurant could not do take away so I could bring breakfast on the train."
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Ibis Styles Glasgow Centre George Square
"The room was very neat, staffs were extremely helpful great stay"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Millennium Hotel Glasgow
"This was a sad overnight visit. Property is so tired. Can’t remember the last time I actually switched a light on in a hotel room instead of a card slot. The room had a strange smell. There was a constant droning noise the entire night (similar to a generator). The reception was unmanned at times. ..."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Merchant City
City Centre Glasgow
Known for its fantastic nightlife and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in City Centre Glasgow. Check out top attractions like Buchanan Street and Glasgow Royal Concert Hall, and jump on the metro at Buchanan Street Station or St Enoch Station to see more of the city.
Laurieston
While you're in Laurieston, take in top sights like O2 Academy Glasgow and jump on the metro at Bridge Street Station to see more of the city.
Dennistoun
While Dennistoun may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Barrowland Ballroom and People's Palace and Winter Gardens.
East End
You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in East End. You might want to make time for a stop at Celtic Park or Emirates Arena.
Kinning Park
If you're spending time in Kinning Park, check out sights like Alea Glasgow or Kinning Park and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Shields Road Station or Kinning Park Station.
Kelvinbridge
While you're in Kelvinbridge, take in top sights like Great Western Road and jump on the metro at Kelvinbridge Station to see more of the city.
