Finnieston Travel Guide
Glasgow
Visit Finnieston
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.
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.
Riverside Museum
Travel through the history of transport in a modern museum that features interactive exhibits, a wide variety of vehicles and replicas of old Glaswegian streets.
Tall Ship at Riverside
Bobbing in the waters next to the museums and stadiums of Glasgow’s riverside is an immaculately preserved metal ship that now functions as a naval museum.
Clyde Auditorium
You can get tickets for a performance at Clyde Auditorium during your trip to Glasgow. Experience the area's entertainment choices and great live music.
Things to do
Glasgow: Loch Lomond, the Trossachs and Stirling Castle
Glasgow Afternoon Tea Experience
Glasgow: Oban, Glencoe & West Highland Castles
Glasgow: Loch Ness, Glencoe, and the Highlands Day Tour
Glenfinnan Viaduct, Glencoe & Loch Shiel Tour from Glasgow
Oban, Loch Lomond, Loch Awe, & Inveraray Full-Day Tour
Top hotels in Finnieston
Moxy Glasgow SEC
A nice hotel in a perfect location for the hydro
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Glasgow SEC
Nice hotel couldn't fault it.
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Crowne Plaza Hotel Glasgow by IHG
The room had a stunning view over the River Clyde and it was a delight to watch the sunset. The room was great, with a clean, king size bed. My only qualms with the room was that there was a moth in the bathroom upon arrival and there was no rail for the hand towel (only one hook on the back of the ...
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Glasgow Argyle Hotel, BW Signature Collection
Our ‘Apartment’ room was very spacious with a nice brick wall feature. The room had a small kitchen area with a useful mini fridge and it also had a microwave and air fryer. However oddly there were no plates or cutlery so making those appliances somewhat redundant if you actually wanted to use them ...
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Radisson RED Glasgow
Great hotel. Great location. Lots of building work going on just now, asham for the external areas but can't be helpedm huge room, friendly staff, very clean. Big comfy bed.
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Glasgow City Centre
Nice sized room, clean, comfortable bed. Staff were friendly and bar prices not unreasonable. Great location for the Hydro or Armadillo. Breakfast was a disappointment, limited choices and they frequently ran out.
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Finnieston
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.
Glasgow Westend
Known for its fantastic nightlife and great live music, there's plenty to explore in Glasgow Westend. Check out top attractions like OVO Hydro and Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, and jump on the metro at Hillhead Station or Kelvinhall Station to see more of the city.
Kinning Park
If you're spending time in Kinning Park, check out sights like Alea Glasgow or Kinning Park and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Shields Road Station or Kinning Park Station.
North West
Known for its fantastic nightlife and great live music, there's plenty to explore in North West. Check out top attractions like OVO Hydro and Botanic Gardens, and jump on the metro at Hillhead Station or Kelvinbridge Station to see more of the 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.
Pollokshields
When in Pollokshields, you can plan a visit to OVO Hydro and Kinning Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
