North West Travel Guide
Glasgow
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Scottish Exhibition and Conference Centre
These buildings that make up one of Scotland’s most important events venues have become iconic sights on the banks of the River Clyde.
Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum
This free attraction houses a collection of 8,000 pieces of art and artifacts in no less than 20 themed galleries.
Kelvingrove Park
After visiting Kelvingrove Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Glasgow. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its great live music.
Botanic Gardens
Tour the park and arboretum with century-old trees, have a picnic on the lawn, watch a concert, or admire the design of the impressive 19th-century glasshouses.
Things to do
Scottish Football Museum and Hampden Park Stadium Tour
From Glasgow: Glenfinnan, Fort William, and Glencoe Day Trip
Glasgow: Loch Ness, Glencoe, and the Highlands Day Tour
The Ghost of Mary Queen of Scots Escape Room
Top hotels in North West
Crowne Plaza Hotel Glasgow by IHG
Couple of marks on the bed, chipped paintwork, but everything else was fine
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Moxy Glasgow SEC
Room not 100% clean but friendly staff rectified immediately and offered free breakfast.
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Glasgow Grosvenor Hotel
The staff were helpful. The room was clean and comfortable. The breakfast selection was good. The downside of this hotel is the limited on-site parking; staff were able to direct us to nearby on-street parking, but that is expensive (not the hotel's fault, it is run by the city).
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Leonardo Inn Glasgow West End
Comfortable bed. Close to Hyndland train station.
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
Sandyford Hotel
Welcoming reception staff, easy parking as it was the weekend, clean room, bedding and towels, lovely bright room with 3 large windows. Tea and coffee facilities were welcome, but the cups a bit too small for my liking. Additional heater in the room which we needed as it was very cold outside.Shower ...
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Radisson RED Glasgow
Excellent hotel in great location next to the river and SEC and walking distance to food shops, bars and restaurants. Rooms spacious and modern and fantastic to see a hotel of this standard that welcomes dogs as the hotel was very dog friendly. Very welcoming and friendly staff and an overall credit ...
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around North West
Glasgow Westend
Known for its fantastic nightlife and great live music, there's plenty to explore in Glasgow Westend. Check out top attractions like Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum and Riverside Museum, and jump on the metro at Hillhead Station or Kelvinhall Station to see more of the city.
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.
Finnieston
Finnieston is a destination visitors seek out for its ample dining options, great live music and beautiful river views. You might also want to check out attractions like OVO Hydro or Clyde Auditorium while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
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.
Kinning Park
If you're spending time in Kinning Park, check out sights like Kinning Park or Glasgow Science Centre and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Shields Road Station or Kinning Park Station.
North Glasgow
You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in North Glasgow. You might want to make time for a stop at Hillside Path or Spinal Chord.
