City Centre Glasgow Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit City Centre Glasgow
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
George Square is a great introduction to Glasgow – its welcoming atmosphere and blend of historical and modern architecture present a microcosm of the city’s soul.
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 great live music.
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.
Glasgow Cathedral
A towering example of Gothic architecture, Glasgow Cathedral has been a spiritual and political touchstone throughout Scottish history.
Activities
Stirling Castle, Loch Lomond Walk & Whisky Distillery Tour from Glasgow
From Glasgow: Glenfinnan, Fort William, and Glencoe Day Trip
The Ghost of Mary Queen of Scots Escape Room
Stuck in the 90s A Nostalgic Music Experience
Our pick of the best City Centre Glasgow Hotel Deals
DoubleTree by Hilton Glasgow Central
Amazing friendly staff and the room was so clean and comfortable
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
voco Grand Central Glasgow by IHG
Very comfortable and clean room with a fabulous breakfast. Very quiet too considering you are at a major rail station.
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025
Maldron Hotel Glasgow City
Clean room comfortable staff and a good breakfast
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
The Social Hub Glasgow
Loved the place v polite staff. Breakfast very good
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025
Point A Hotel Glasgow
The room was clean, staff friendly, i didn’t have breakfast in hotel. Air conditioning was on non stop, cooled room & noisy which was a bit annoying. Unnecessary in the winter.
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025
AC Hotel by Marriott Glasgow
Room was excellent, great size, brilliant shower. Breakfast was lovely something there to cater for anyone. Will be back, stayed in lots of hotels and this was excellent.
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
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 Great Western Road 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.
