Merchant City Travel Guide
Glasgow
Visit Merchant City
Popular places to visit
George Square
The people of Glasgow love their spacious central gathering place, which is full of statues and surrounded by stately buildings and restaurants.
City Chambers
City Chambers is just one of the places to see in Glasgow, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums.
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.
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.
Things to do
Edinburgh: Loch Lomond, Stirling Castle and the Kelpies Day Tour
From Edinburgh: Small-Group Day Tour of Loch Lomond, Stirling & The Kelpies
Glasgow: Loch Lomond, the Trossachs and Stirling Castle
Glenfinnan Viaduct, Glencoe & Loch Shiel Tour from Glasgow
Stirling, distillery, St Andrews 1 Day in Spanish from Edinburgh
Top hotels in Merchant City
The Social Hub Glasgow
"I really like the room, clean, quiet, new, bigger bathroom. The hotel has a variety of breakfast options, which is great. The social event is a bonus. Love the laundry service too! Staff is super helpful!"
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Fraser Suites Glasgow
"Everything about this stay was incredible. Having our own suite for our stay was amazing and it's located in the most convenient spot near merchant city. Would 100% stay there again."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Revolver Glasgow
"Lovely place to stay, very convenient, located in the heart of the city centre."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Ibis Styles Glasgow Centre George Square
"Good space in the bedroom and bathroom. Entrance was a bit shabby. Fantastic location for visiting Glasgow."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Premier Inn Glasgow City - George Square
"Clean room and mostly helpful staff. We had an issue getting a reduces rate on parking, which was not resolved."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Millennium Hotel Glasgow
Other neighbourhoods around Merchant 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.
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.
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 People's Palace and Winter Gardens.
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.
Kinning Park
If you're spending time in Kinning Park, check out sights like Alea Glasgow or Glasgow Science Centre and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Shields Road Station or Kinning Park Station.
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.
