Pollokshields Travel Guide
Glasgow
Visit Pollokshields
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.
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.
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.
Merchant City
During your trip to Glasgow, you can do some window-shopping at Merchant City. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this family-friendly area.
Things to do
Edinburgh: Loch Lomond, Stirling Castle and the Kelpies Day Tour
Glasgow: Loch Lomond, the Trossachs and Stirling Castle
Glenfinnan Viaduct, Glencoe & Loch Shiel Tour from Glasgow
Glasgow Afternoon Tea Experience
Stirling, distillery, St Andrews 1 Day in Spanish from Edinburgh
Glasgow: Kelpies, St Andrews and Fife Adventure
Top hotels in Pollokshields
Sherbrooke Castle Hotel
Lovely place to stay with a great restaurant. Highly recommend.
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Clayton Hotel Glasgow
Fantastic stay yet again great location and a fantastic breakfast well worth the value
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
Sandman Signature Glasgow Hotel
A lovely hotel. We had a room for three adults so one bedroom and one separate sofa bed room with a kitchen. The room was very spacious and modern. The sofa bed didn't lie flat and was on an angled slope, so not great for sleeping on unfortunately. We had trouble finding the parking on our sat nav, ...
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Holiday Inn Glasgow Airport by IHG
The staff was helpful and patient. The rooms are a bit dated but everything is well kept and clean.
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
The Social Hub Glasgow
Staff very friendly and the rooms were clean. Great location in the heart of Glasgow. Would stay here again
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
Aparthotel Adagio Glasgow Central
Room was clean and tidy
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Pollokshields
Kinning Park
If you're spending time in Kinning Park, check out sights like Glasgow Science Centre or AMF Bowling and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Shields Road Station or Kinning Park Station.
Southside Central
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Southside Central and surrounding area, you can visit Hampden Park and O2 Academy Glasgow.
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.
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.
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.
