Southside Central 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.
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.
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.
Celtic Park
Catch an event at Celtic Park during your trip to Dalmarnock. Discover the area's fascinating museums or seek out its local tours.
Things to do
Glasgow: Loch Lomond, the Trossachs and Stirling Castle
Full-Day Loch Ness Glencoe and the Highlands Tour from Glasgow
Stirling Castle, Loch Lomond Walk & Whisky Distillery Tour from Glasgow
Edinburgh: Loch Lomond, Stirling Castle and the Kelpies Day Tour
Glenfinnan Viaduct, Glencoe & Loch Shiel tour from Glasgow
From Edinburgh: Small-Group Day Tour of Loch Lomond, Stirling & The Kelpies
Top hotels in Southside Central
DoubleTree by Hilton Glasgow Central
Everything was superb
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
voco Grand Central Glasgow by IHG
Very comfortable and clean room with a fabulous breakfast. Very quiet too considering you are at a major rail station.
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025
Maldron Hotel Glasgow City
Lovely girl on front desk, very welcoming and helpful. Room was clean and has great amenities. This is now my go to hotel when visiting Glasgow
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
The Social Hub Glasgow
Lovely room and facilities and lovely welcoming staff
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
AC Hotel by Marriott Glasgow
Room was excellent, great size, brilliant shower. Breakfast was lovely something there to cater for anyone. Will be back, stayed in lots of hotels and this was excellent.
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Apex City of Glasgow Hotel
The room was so clean, the staff in reception were really friendly when we arrived and I believe her name was Elizabeth recommended some restaurants and places to visit while we were in Glasgow. Thank you so much.
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Southside Central
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.
Pollokshields
When in Pollokshields, you can plan a visit to Kinning Park and House for an Art Lover, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
Merchant City
While visiting Merchant City, you might make a stop by sights like Merchant City and City Chambers.
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.
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.
