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 fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene.
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.
Buchanan Street
Cutting through the heart of Glasgow, this bustling pedestrianized street is lined with sleek shopping centers, restaurants and several cultural highlights.
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.
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.
Things to do
Edinburgh: Loch Lomond, Stirling Castle and the Kelpies Day Tour
Glasgow: Loch Lomond, the Trossachs and Stirling Castle
Stirling Castle, Loch Lomond Walk & Whisky Distillery Tour from Glasgow
Stirling, distillery, St Andrews 1 Day in Spanish from Edinburgh
Loch Lomond: Scottish Highlands Sightseeing Cruise
Top hotels in Merchant City
The Social Hub Glasgow
Room was clean and warm and comfortable and the location was very central
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Millennium Hotel Glasgow
Was a shopping trip stay was comfortable room was clean and quiet.
Reviewed on 22 Nov 2025
Mercure Glasgow City Hotel
The hotel generally is a little tired as experienced by other travellers but the room was clean and the bedlinen and towels spotless
Reviewed on 22 Nov 2025
Ibis Styles Glasgow Centre George Square
Absolutely excellent customer service before, during and after our stay. Couldn't have been more friendly, pleasant or helpful. Excellent breakfast. Clean and warm rooms. Friendly service.
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025
Revolver - Hostel
I love staying at Revolver it's right in the middle of town close to major transport links, it is always spotless and clean and the staff are fab. Down side is the nightclub/bar downstairs it's open till 3Am but what do you expect in yhe middle of town.
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025
Fraser Suites Glasgow
The room was very clean, spacious and well equipped. The staff were very friendly on arrival and answered any questions I had throughout my stay.
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
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 Merchant City.
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.
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.
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.
