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If you are in Scotland, you can’t keep Glasgow off your travel list. Whether you’re coming for business or pleasure, there’s always something to do and places to see in Glasgow.
A Glasgow blog is all you need to decide amongst the top things to do in Glasgow.
In my opinion, 5 days in Glasgow is good time to see the best that city has to offer. But if you can add 2-3 days more you’d be able to experience rather than ‘see’ that an ordinary tourist does. So, without further ado, let me present you some of the best things to do in Glasgow, top things to do in Glasgow and some helpful travel tips.
1. Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum
A museum in Glasgow dedicated to collecting and preserving arts.
The Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum has enough to keep you spellbound for the better part of a day. Numerous luminaries of the era gone by may be found in the gallery here.
Quick Facts:
- The highlight of the place includes Christ of St John of the Cross – by Salvador Dali.
- John William Simpson, Edmund John Milner Allen are the prominent architects who were involved in designing and building it.
- Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum is housed in a grand historic building.
Address: Argyle St, Glasgow G3 8AG, United Kingdom
2. Glasgow Cathedral
Glasgow Cathedral is a beautiful Cathedral situated in Glasgow.
You will observe the rows of richly decorated arches and columns on the front. The cathedral’s importance is further underscored by the presence of the tomb of the patron saint.
Quick Facts:
- Built in the classic Gothic architecture style, its highlight include the stunning stained glass windows.
With so much to offer, no wonder Glasgow Cathedral is one of the top things to do in Glasgow.
Address: Castle St, Glasgow G4 0QZ, United Kingdom
3. Glasgow Science Centre
A playful science center with hands-on science activities and special events.
You know you can indulge your curiosity with hours worth of audiovisual content. A large portion of the museum is interactive, allowing you to get your hands dirty.
Quick Facts:
- The science center is located on the Clyde Waterfront.
- It was in 2001 when it was established.
- The science center houses an awesome IMAX theatre and an intriguing planetarium.
Address: 50 Pacific Quay, Glasgow G51 1EA, United Kingdom
4. Gallery of Modern Art
Without a doubt this wonderful free entry is one amongst the top things to do in Glasgow.
Address: Royal Exchange Square, Glasgow G1 3AH, United Kingdom
5. Glasgow Necropolis
Many who’s of Victorian era are buried in this leafy space.
Quick Facts:
- Some of the notable people who are buried here include Charles Tennant, John Mossman, William McGavin.
Address: Castle St, Glasgow G4 0UZ, United Kingdom
6. Glasgow Botanic Gardens
Glasgow Botanic Gardens is a large expanse of green located in the very heart of Glasgow.
Glasgow Botanic Gardens is maintained by horticulturalists and gardeners specialist in their work.
This greenhouse is where city’s most exotic plant species are to be found. The arboretum is something to be seen, with thousands of species arranged scientifically.
Quick Facts:
- Spread over an area of 27 acres, it is difficult to take-in all in one go.
An incredible sight, Glasgow Botanic Gardens scores high in the list of the best things to do in Glasgow.
Address: 730 Great Western Rd, Glasgow G12 0UE, United Kingdom
7. People’s Palace
Quick Facts:
- Some of the things People’s Palace features include onsite glasshouse cafe.
Address: Green, Templeton St, Glasgow G40 1AT, United Kingdom
8. George Square
George Square is the central square of the city of Glasgow.
It is a part of the old town and a popular meeting point.
Quick Facts:
- The main square was built somewhere around 1781.
- The main square houses numerous fine statues of notable Scots.
- The main square is named after King George III.
A natural crowd puller, George Square is right up there in the list of best things to do in Glasgow.
9. Hunterian Art Gallery
Quick Facts:
- Some of the top artworks here include Ill Omen, Truth Lies at the Bottom of the Well, Spring, The Choice, The Fort.
- The houses one of the largest collections outside of the National Museums.
Address: University of, 82 Hillhead St, Glasgow G12 8QQ, United Kingdom
10. The Burrell Collection
Quick Facts:
- Done in Romanesque architecture style, it was Sir_Barry Gasson, Brit Andresen who designed it.
- Some of the top artwork includes Portrait of Edmond Duranty.
Add it to your Glasgow trip if you have time.
Address: Pollok Country Park, 2060 Pollokshaws Rd, Glasgow G43 1AT, United Kingdom
11. The Lighthouse
Quick Facts:
- Charles Rennie Mackintosh, John Keppie are the prominent architects who were involved in designing and building it.
- The is dedicated to architecture, design.
Address: 11 Mitchell Ln, Glasgow G1 3NU, United Kingdom
12. Buchanan Street
Buchanan Street is the city’s most exclusive shopping and fashion destination.
And when you are tired by the long shopping excursion rest your legs at one of the street’s fine cafe.
Quick Facts:
- The shopping street stretches for a length of around 800 m.
- The shopping street is named after Andrew Buchanan, an erstwhile Lord Provost of Glasgow and a tobacco tycoon.
If you have time, it makes for a nice addition to your Glasgow trip.
14. Pollok Country Park
Quick Facts:
- Spread over an area of 146 ha, it is difficult to take-in all in one go.
- Pollokshaws West railway station is the nearest public transit access to it.
Add it to your Glasgow trip if you have time.
Address: 2060 Pollokshaws Rd, Glasgow G43 1AT, United Kingdom
15. Glasgow Green
Glasgow Green is a large landscaped park, an oasis of greenery, located in Glasgow.
It is a good way to reconnect with nature – relax under the shady trees, watch the kids play.
One of my favorite thing to do here is simply grabbing a book, and lying down on the lap of green. The Glasgow Green is composed of numerous different sections including abundant lawns, fountains, a monument, shady trees and a variety of flower beds.
Quick Facts:
- Spread over an area of Palace. hectares, it is difficult to take-in all in one go.
- The park is located just opposite to People’s Palace.
Address: Greendyke Street, Saltmarket, Glasgow G1 5DB, United Kingdom
16. The Willow Tea Rooms
Add it to your Glasgow trip if you have time.
Address: Corner of Hope Street and, Bath St, Glasgow G2 3EL, United Kingdom
17. Pollok House
The villa was constructed centuries ago by a very wealthy and well respected family. No cost was spared to construct this building and you can easy tell that by a first glance.
Quick Facts:
- Built in 18th-century, the highlight of the villa includes superb collection of fine Spanish art.
- It is William Adam who conceptualized and turned it into a reality.
- The villa was opened on 1752.
- The villa is operated by the national trust.
18. Celtic Park
Celtic Park is a football stadium playing host to a lot of league games.
From up high in the stands, specially from the presidential box, you will get panoramic views of the stadium. It is a great experience to see some of local stars play in the club games.
Quick Facts:
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Add it to your Glasgow trip if you have time.
Address: Glasgow G40 3RE, United Kingdom
Thanks for reading this travel blog, hope now you know plenty of must see places in Glasgow. All in all, whether you are a backpacker, a solo traveler, slow traveler, a female traveler or a couple there are plenty of interesting things to do in Glasgow for everyone.
And if you plan it well, these popular tourist attractions in Glasgow can be easily covered in a short itinerary. So what are Glasgow sights to see or you have already been here? Let me know in the comments along with your tips and experiences.
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