City Centre Glasgow Travel Guide
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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.
University of Strathclyde
Walk around the campus at University of Strathclyde during your visit to Glasgow. Discover the area's shops or seek out its local tours.
Sauchiehall Street
During your trip to Glasgow, you can enjoy retail therapy at Sauchiehall Street. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums.
Buchanan Galleries
During your trip to Glasgow, you can do some window-shopping at Buchanan Galleries. Discover the area's acclaimed art galleries or seek out its local tours.
Things to do
Full-Day Loch Ness Glencoe and the Highlands Tour from Glasgow
Stirling Castle, Loch Lomond Walk & Whisky Distillery Tour from Glasgow
Glasgow: Loch Lomond, the Trossachs and Stirling Castle
Glenfinnan Viaduct, Glencoe & Loch Shiel tour from Glasgow
Glasgow: Clydeside Distillery Tour and Whisky Tasting
Oban, Loch Lomond, Loch Awe, & Inveraray Full-Day Tour
Top hotels in City Centre Glasgow
DoubleTree by Hilton Glasgow Central
Fantastic stay! All the staff were so friendly, professional and helpful! Can’t wait to come back
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
voco Grand Central Glasgow by IHG
Friendly staff
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
The Social Hub Glasgow
Good clean hotel and had all amenities. Room slightly to small if being picky.
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Maldron Hotel Glasgow City
The rooms were excellent, clean and warm. The staff were all very pleasant. Only downside was the food at breakfast was not hot enough.
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
AC Hotel by Marriott Glasgow
Hotel was lovely and clean. Very helpful and friendly staff. Rooms were a great size with comfortable beds. Location very central
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Apex City of Glasgow Hotel
Clean, quiet and comfortable room. Staff helpful and friendly as always. Easy parking at neighbouring Q Park and close to bars/restaurant's. Another great stay at Apex Glasgow. Thank you
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around City Centre Glasgow
Merchant City
While visiting Merchant City, you might make a stop by sights like Merchant City and City Chambers.
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.
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.
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.
