Glasgow Cathedral

Explore one of the most vibrant Scottish cities with a 1 or 2-day ticket to Glasgow’s hop-on and hop-off bus. Explore museums, art galleries, parks, theatres and even Glasgow Cathedral. In addition, the city’s pubs, cafés, bars and nightclubs help make Glasgow one of the new preferred destinations for short breaks. The visitor attractions and places of interest are spread throughout the city and the best way to visit the attractions and to see the city, is to step on one of the open-top tour buses for a fully guided tour round all the main sights. Jump off at any of the stops, conveniently located for the Gothic Cathedral, the Riverside Museum of Transport and Travel, the recently restored Kelvingrove Art Galleries, Glasgow University, Glasgow Green and Clydeside Distillery, among many other sights. You'll have the choice between the Red Route, Yellow Route or both routes. Book your City Sightseeing ticket today! Bus Stops:  Red Route: 1. George Square 2. Glasgow Cathedral 3. Merchant City 4. The Barras 5. Glasgow Green 6. St. Enoch Centre 7. St. Vincent Place 8. Radisson Hotel 9. Argyle Street 10. Hilton Garden Inn 11. SEC Centre 11A. Clydeside Distillery 12. Riverside Museum 13. Woodlands Road 14. University of Glasgow 15. Byres Road 16. Kelvingrove Art Gallery & Museum 17. Kelvingrove Park 18. Charing Cross 19. Sauchiehall Street / The Glasgow School of Art 20. Theatre Royal 21. Buchanan Bus Station Yellow Route: 1. North Hanover Street 2. Cathedral 3. Tennent's Brewery 4. High Street for Merchant City 5. Barrowlands 6. Celtic Park 7. Glasgow Green 8. The Barras 9. St. Enoch Centre 10. Citizens Theatre 11. Tramway / Gurdwara 12. Pollokshields 13. Pollok Park and Burrell Collection 14. House for an Art Lover 15. Ibrox 16. Science Centre 17. Finneston Quay 18. Central Station 19. Buchanan Bus Station

Embark on a guided walking tour around all the main sites of the city, giving you an excellent opportunity to get your bearings of the city and find out about its history and culture. See the growth of Glasgow from where it began to where it is now and how the vibrant culture that exists today was born through its rich history. The tour lasts around 1.5 hours and will incorporate a break to give you a chance to visit the Necropolis and spend a penny. The tour is about 3 miles long so please bear this in mind. The tour will take a look at famous figures to Glasgow, such as St. Mungo, and their stories as we go through the city. Key sights visited include George Square, Glasgow Cathedral and Necropolis, Iconic Street Art, High Street, Ingram Street, and The Duke of Wellington, plus explore some hidden treasures of the city that you wouldn't see by yourself!

Head to the meeting point and get ready to dig up Glasgow's ghoulish history. Meet your guide, a local comedian who will take you on a deep dive into the city's dark and macabre side, and set out on your walking tour. Listen to tales of grave robbers, witch trials, and even a ghostly chimpanzee as you wander through Glasgow's streets and past haunted locations. See the Strathclyde University, Glasgow Cathedral, the Necropolis cemetery, and more. Discover some beautiful murals, learn about the oldest surviving music hall in the UK, and end your evening at a famous Glasgow pub, where whisky is far from the only spirit you may encounter.

Step into the past on a walking tour of Glasgow. Find out about the history of the city as you stroll through George Square, Glasgow Cathedral, the collections in the Gallery of Modern Art, and the Police Museum. Meet your guide at George Square and admire the Victorian architecture of the City Chambers, the Merchants' House, and the headquarters of the Glasgow City Council. Discuss how this square is named after an English King with your local guide.  Discover Glasgow's early Christian and Roman heritage and learn how the ancient tribes influenced the city. Walk to the modern commercial district and see where commercial Capitalism took root and where socialism and the British Labor party began. Continue to the shopping street and find the homes and palaces of the original trading Barons. Hear about who once made and lost fortunes and how the American War of Independence may have been set alight by Glaswegians. See more of this vibrant city you may wish to visit the imposing Glasgow Cathedral, the collections in the Gallery of Modern Art, and the Police Museum at the end of the tour. Explore the influence of Irish Immigrants on the city's growth. Finish your tour at the Glasgow Cross where public executions used to take place. 

Rise early and meet your guide in the Old Town of Edinburgh, where you’ll board either a minivan or coach and travel to our first stop: the Kelpies. You will learn about these mythological creatures and the artist: Andy Scott. Hop back on the bus for the journey to Loch Katrine, the most beautiful loch in Scotland and where you will have the opportunity to take a short boat trip (at your own expense). This enchanting area was home to Rob Roy MacGregor, the famous Highland outlaw and folk hero, and it was a source of inspiration for the acclaimed poet and author Sir Walter Scott. We will then continue to Loch Lomond, one of the largest lakes in Scotland. You will have time here to enjoy your lunch or a walk around its picturesque banks, which inspired the famous song 'The Bonnie Banks o’ Loch Lomond'. The tour will then head to Glasgow. Once you arrive in the city, you will be taken in a panoramic tour (on the minivan or coach) along Castle Street, Green Park, the 1888 International Exhibition buildings, the city's renovation by Norman Foster, the University or Kelvingrove Museum. We will finally return to Edinburgh, and you will be dropped back off where the tour began.

Get ready to explore a world city bursting with energy and rich in history, culture, and stunning architecture on this fast-moving, in-depth tour. Here’s what awaits you: Stop 1: Royal Exchange Square Meet Mother Glasgow, Scotland's powerhouse, guided by the charismatic Glasgow Gander. This is where your journey begins! Stop 2: Duke of Wellington Statue Snap a photo with the iconic cone-wearing statue. Learn the humorous backstory of this modern Glasgow tradition that pokes fun at the Iron Duke himself. Stop 3: Buchanan Street Wander down Britain’s top shopping street outside London. Discover how Glasgow stood against apartheid South Africa and made its mark in history. Stop 4: George Square Explore the heart of Glasgow, keeping an eye out for the rooftop ship! Marvel at the stunning Glasgow City Chambers, one of northern Europe's architectural treasures. Stop 5: Glasgow's Trades Hall Uncover this often-overlooked Georgian hub and hear the intriguing tale of a club where gluttony was celebrated! Stop 6: Art Deco Hidden Gem Step into the only public Art Deco interior in Glasgow City Centre—a true hidden gem that showcases the city’s architectural diversity. Stop 7: Hutcheson’s Hall In the shadow of striking architecture, hear the compelling story of Glasgow’s evolution from a commercial center to an industrial powerhouse. Stop 8: Trongate Stroll along this ancient thoroughfare and uncover the fascinating history of an incredible hidden entertainment venue—subject to availability. Stop 9: Tolbooth Steeple Stand beneath the 17th-century Tolbooth Steeple and delve into the eye-popping history of Old Glasgow at its epicenter—Glasgow Cross. Stop 10: High Street On the city’s main ancient thoroughfare, behold a striking visage with a grand tale to tell, and receive a recommendation for a must-try deep-fried delicacy. Stop 11: High Street Mural Spot one of Glasgow's most celebrated pieces of street art featuring the city’s famous son, cleverly hidden in plain sight. Stop 12: Provand’s Lordship Admire the 15th-century Provand’s Lordship, Glasgow’s oldest house, and take note of four unique buildings nearby—one of which is rumored to facilitate inter-dimensional travel! Stop 13: Glasgow Cathedral Conclude your tour at Mother Glasgow’s architectural pinnacle. This majestic medieval Scottish Gothic cathedral is beautifully framed by the Victorian Necropolis, the city’s 'city of the dead.'

Enjoy a wee walk and a premium whisky tasting in a local pub with a fun, local guide and see a new side to Glasgow on your trip with this small-group tour. You'll spend the first part of the tour on a walking tour with your guide, discovering the history and culture of Glasgow, visiting the key spots to see on a trip to the city. Throughout the tour you will take a look at some of the famous and lesser known figures to Glasgow, such as our patron saint St Mungo, and even Dr Who! Hear their stories as we travel through the centuries and explore what Glasgow has to offer. After the walking tour, you'll deserve a wee nip (three, in fact)! Relax with the guide and enjoy a premium whisky tasting, trying three full drams of Scotland's finest whiskies, learning more about the whiskies as you go. Since launching, this has been one of our most popular tours for those looking for some sightseeing with a twist! Everything is included in the price, just show up and enjoy!

Explore Glasgow the way you want to, spend quality time with a local and get a real taste for our beautiful city. With flexible meeting and end points, and a dedicated local guide, maximise your time in Glasgow on a private tour. The friendliest city in the world, Glasgow has a turbulent history that has shaped it into the vibrant city you see today. Join us for an authentic insight into modern life throughout the city and spot little-known treasures along the way! Explore key sights in Glasgow City Centre, with an expert, local guide on a 1.5 hour tour. You will be immersed in the sights and sounds of the city as you travel back centuries to discover Glasgow’s dark and unique history: from cathedrals to street art, cities of the dead to Dr Who, there is something for everyone on this city centre tour! Our expert, local guides will bring their own anecdotes and perspectives to ensure every tour is unique! The tour includes a visit to: George Square Glasgow Cathedral & Necropolis Merchant City Iconic Street Art Glasgow Green People's Palace Clyde River The Duke of Wellington (and hopefully the cone on his head!) ...and many other hidden treasures you wouldn’t find by yourself!

Discover the highlights and hidden gems of Glasgow on either a shared group or private walking tour. Learn about local history as you walk through the streets of the city, spotting landmarks like Glasgow Cathedral and the Necropolis. Meet your guide in George Square, the pulsating center of the city, where the renowned slogan 'People Make Glasgow' comes to life with meaning. Delve into the past as you marvel at the architectural splendor of the Glasgow Cathedral and Necropolis. Wander through the enchanting Merchant City, adorned with captivating murals, and unravel the tales of the Tolbooth Steeple, a historic landmark steeped in significance. Learn about Scottish traditions outside St Andrew's In The Square and admire People's Palace and Winter Gardens. Stroll by River Clyde, and find out more about Glasgow's illustrious shipbuilding heritage, before admiring the Victorian grandeur of Buchanan Street. Finish the tour outside the Gallery of Modern Art, where the iconic Duke of Wellington statue, adorned with its signature cone, stands as a testament to the city's rebellious spirit and artistic flair.

Explore the best of Glasgow on a guided bike tour. Cycle through the city's beautiful green spaces, over the iconic bridges of the River Clyde, and on to the chic and leafy West End. Start your tour at Drygate, one of Glasgow’s thriving micro-breweries. Pedal through beautiful green spaces, down to the People’s Palace on Glasgow Green. Cycle along the river Clyde Waterfront and over some of its iconic bridges, surrounded by post-industrial architecture and stunning Victorian sandstone buildings. Make your way to Glasgow’s chic green and leafy West End, through stunning Kelvingrove Park, through Glasgow University, following beautiful waterways and experiencing cultural highlights. Return via beautifully sleepy cycleways and canals to Glasgow’s historical center at Glasgow Cathedral and Necropolis which is just next door to the finish point and possibly a well-earned drink. The tour includes:- Glasgow Green The people's Palace The Doulton Fountain Squiggly and Squinty bridges The Armadillo and Rotundas The Clydeside Distillery The Riverside Museum The Glenlee Tall Ship The Kelvingrove Art Gallery Glasgow University Quadrangle and Cloisters Glasgow Cathedral The Glasgow Necropolis.