City Centre Glasgow Travel Guide
Glasgow
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Popular places to visit
Buchanan Street
Cutting through the heart of Glasgow, this bustling pedestrianized street is lined with sleek shopping centers, restaurants and several cultural highlights.
George Square
The people of Glasgow love their spacious central gathering place, which is full of statues and surrounded by stately buildings and restaurants.
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.
Sauchiehall Street
During your trip to Glasgow, you can enjoy retail therapy at Sauchiehall Street. Experience the area's fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene.
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.
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.
Things to do
Glasgow: Loch Lomond, the Trossachs and Stirling Castle
Glenfinnan Viaduct, Glencoe & Loch Shiel tour from Glasgow
Stirling Castle, Loch Lomond Walk & Whisky Distillery Tour from Glasgow
Oban, Loch Lomond, Loch Awe, & Inveraray Full-Day Tour
Glasgow: Mountains, Glens and The Loch Ness Monster Day Tour
Glasgow: Kelpies, St Andrews and Fife Adventure
Top hotels in City Centre Glasgow
Maldron Hotel Glasgow City
Room was ready for us on arrival, it was well prepared and presented. The location of the hotel was good and although we didn’t have breakfast we did enjoy coffee in the lounge on our arrival. Certainly would stay again
Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025
Leonardo Royal Hotel Glasgow
Clean room good breakfast good location
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Clayton Hotel Glasgow
Very friendly reception staff, provided early check in and late checkout. Showed me to the elevators (which they didn’t need to)! Very nice facilities, and in a great location.
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Glasgow Central
Didn't dine there the hotel is fabulous staff are brilliant only stayed 2nights but enjoyed the weekend will definitely use hotel again and recommend to family and friends.
Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025
The Social Hub Glasgow
Room was amazing, best shower gel I’ve ever used, bed was super comfortable
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Glasgow Marriott Hotel
I really enjoyed this hotel. It's located next to Anderston station but walkable in about 10 mins from Glasgow Central or Charing Cross, so handy if there are problems on the Argyll Line. My room was lovely and housekeeping was excellent (unlike certain hotels where you have to beg for housekeeping ...
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around City Centre Glasgow
Merchant City
While visiting Merchant City, you might make a stop by sights like Merchant City and George Square.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Glasgow Westend
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.
