City Centre Glasgow Travel Guide

Glasgow

George Square which includes a city, heritage architecture and a square or plaza
Glasgow which includes a bridge, night scenes and a river or creek
Buchanan Street showing night scenes and street scenes
Glasgow which includes a statue or sculpture and heritage architecture
Lighthouse showing interior views and a lighthouse

Popular places to visit

Buchanan Street showing street scenes as well as a large group of people

Buchanan Street

Cutting through the heart of Glasgow, this bustling pedestrianized street is lined with sleek shopping centers, restaurants and several cultural highlights.

Buchanan Street
George Square featuring heritage architecture, a city and a monument

George Square

The people of Glasgow love their spacious central gathering place, which is full of statues and surrounded by stately buildings and restaurants.

George Square
Gallery of Modern Art which includes interior views and art

Merchant City

During your trip to Glasgow, you can do some window-shopping at Merchant City. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Merchant City
Glasgow featuring interior views

Sauchiehall Street

During your trip to Glasgow, you can enjoy retail therapy at Sauchiehall Street. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices.

Sauchiehall Street
Glasgow Cathedral featuring interior views, heritage architecture and a church or cathedral

Glasgow Cathedral

This Gothic cathedral marks the birthplace of the city of Glasgow and is Scotland's finest medieval church, with majestic stained-glass windows.

Glasgow Cathedral
Glasgow showing street scenes

Buchanan Galleries

During your trip to Glasgow, you can do some window-shopping at Buchanan Galleries. Discover the area's great live music or seek out its local tours.

Buchanan Galleries

Things to do

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3 Day Isle of Skye & Highlands with Accommodation

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Glasgow: Loch Ness, Glen Coe, Hairy Coos & The Highlands

Glasgow: Loch Ness, Glen Coe, Hairy Coos & The Highlands

฿3,343
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Glasgow: Loch Ness, Glen Coe, Hairy Coos & The Highlands
Glasgow Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

City Sightseeing Glasgow Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

฿880
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing Glasgow Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
From Glasgow: The Devil's Pulpit Day Trip

From Glasgow: The Devil's Pulpit Day Trip

฿3,915
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100% of travellers recommend
From Glasgow: The Devil's Pulpit Day Trip
Glasgow Must-See Attractions Walking Tour with A Guide

Glasgow Must-See Attractions Walking Tour with A Guide

฿2,089
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Top hotels in City Centre Glasgow

The Social Hub Glasgow

The Social Hub Glasgow

4 out of 5
15 Candleriggs, Glasgow, Scotland
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿3,058 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
฿3,058
฿3,669 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Glasgow. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,011 reviews)
"Staff were amazing"

Reviewed on 24 Aug 2025

The Social Hub Glasgow
Clayton Hotel Glasgow

Clayton Hotel Glasgow

4 out of 5
298 Clyde Street, Glasgow, Scotland
The price is ฿3,847 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
฿3,847
฿4,616 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Glasgow. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,397 reviews)
"Great location and the room was very nice amd quiet - perfect after long days exploring Glasgow."

Reviewed on 25 Aug 2025

Clayton Hotel Glasgow
DoubleTree by Hilton Glasgow Central

DoubleTree by Hilton Glasgow Central

4 out of 5
36 Cambridge Street, Glasgow, Scotland
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿3,594 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
฿3,594
฿4,313 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Glasgow. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,242 reviews)
"We really enjoyed our stay at DoubleTree by Hilton. The hotel was clean and quiet! The food in the restaurant was fairly good. We really enjoyed talking with Ryan in the bar area. He seemed genuinely interested in where we were from and made us feel welcome! The pool area was kept clean. We would ..."

Reviewed on 24 Aug 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Glasgow Central
Motel One Glasgow

Motel One Glasgow

3.5 out of 5
78-82 Oswald Street, Glasgow, Scotland
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿2,375 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
฿2,375
฿2,849 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Glasgow. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,792 reviews)
No frills, but efficient clean and friendly
"No frills place, tight spaces but clean and efficiently managed, front desk super friendly, Fri and Sat used by party goers, sometimes doors banging."

Reviewed on 24 Aug 2025

Motel One Glasgow
Leonardo Royal Hotel Glasgow

Leonardo Royal Hotel Glasgow

4 out of 5
80 Jamaica Street, Glasgow, Scotland
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿3,584 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
฿3,584
฿4,300 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Glasgow. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,418 reviews)
"Overall the hotel was conveniently located for Glasgow Central and shopping areas, breakfast was fine. The big negative was our room overlooked the train platform and we were woken up at 5am with constant train noise which was very disappointing and for this reason alone is why we wouldn't choose ..."

Reviewed on 23 Aug 2025

Leonardo Royal Hotel Glasgow
Maldron Hotel Glasgow City

Maldron Hotel Glasgow City

4 out of 5
50 Renfrew Street, Glasgow, Scotland
The price is ฿3,478 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
฿3,478
฿4,173 total
21 Sept - 22 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Glasgow. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,087 reviews)
One night stay for show at Pavilion
"All aspects of the stay were excellent. Check-in , staff service, cleanliness , comfort and overall facilities were all top notch Check-in was done online and by doing so the room was available earlier than designated check-in time , which was a great help 2nd time this particular hotel has been ..."

Reviewed on 23 Aug 2025

Maldron Hotel Glasgow City
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Other neighbourhoods around City Centre Glasgow

Greater Glasgow featuring a bridge, a sunset and modern architecture

Merchant City

While visiting Merchant City, you might make a stop by sights like Merchant City and George Square.

Merchant City
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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.

Laurieston
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Kelvinbridge

While you're in Kelvinbridge, take in top sights like Sauchiehall Street and jump on the metro at Kelvinbridge Station to see more of the city.

Kelvinbridge
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Photo by Caitriana Nicholson (CC BY-SA)

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 Glasgow Cathedral and Barrowland Ballroom.

Dennistoun
Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum showing art and interior views

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.

Finnieston
Glasgow featuring dining out and interior views

Glasgow Westend

4.5/5(590 area reviews)

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.

Glasgow Westend

City Centre Glasgow Travel Guide