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
A popular meeting place for visitors and locals alike, George Square is filled with statues and monuments and surrounded by historic architecture.
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 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.
Glasgow Cathedral
Visit Scotland’s finest medieval church, which marks the city’s birthplace and features beautiful stained-glass windows.
Activities
Stirling Castle, Loch Lomond Walk & Whisky Distillery Tour from Glasgow
Glasgow: Loch Lomond, the Trossachs and Stirling Castle
Oban, Loch Lomond, Loch Awe, & Inveraray Full-Day Tour
Scottish Football Museum and Hampden Park Stadium Tour
St Andrews & the Kingdom of Fife from Glasgow
Our pick of the best City Centre Glasgow Hotel Deals
The Social Hub Glasgow
Good little getaway will definitely be back
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Glasgow Central
Staff were lovely especially the staff in the lounge
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
voco Grand Central Glasgow by IHG
Friendly staff
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
Maldron Hotel Glasgow City
Comfort and cleanliness.
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
AC Hotel by Marriott Glasgow
Clean modern stylish and pleasant staff
Reviewed on 12 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
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 People's Palace and Winter Gardens.
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.
