Southside Central Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
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.
Buchanan Street
Cutting through the heart of Glasgow, this bustling pedestrianized street is lined with sleek shopping centers, restaurants and several cultural highlights.
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.
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.
University of Glasgow
Explore the campus of one of the U.K.'s oldest universities and feed your fervor for learning in its museums, lecture halls and historic buildings.
Glasgow Green
Glasgow Green 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 art galleries and great live music.
Activities
Loch Lomond: Scottish Highlands Sightseeing Cruise
Glasgow: Loch Lomond, the Trossachs and Stirling Castle
From Edinburgh: Small-Group Day Tour of Loch Lomond, Stirling & The Kelpies
Glasgow: Glengoyne Distillery Tour with Whisky & Chocolate
Edinburgh: Loch Lomond, Stirling Castle and the Kelpies Day Tour
Our pick of the best Southside Central Hotel Deals
Clayton Hotel Glasgow
Great location, lovely staff and great bar
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
Maldron Hotel Glasgow City
Staff was ok, nothing to write home about. Room could use new carpet as it was stained. Close to shopping, and easy to use public tranport.
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
The Social Hub Glasgow
Although the hotel was clean and overall a nice place to stay I cant recommend it as the hotel also has two bars on site, one open on the bottom floor and another on the 8th floor. they are open until 1am on the weekend and i could hear the music in my room on the 6th floor. Wont be staying ...
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Glasgow Central
Clean room and friendly staff. The only issue was we were not informed that there was some maintenance/building work happening on what sounded like the floor above us (we were on the 7th). It wasn’t a problem but would have been nice to know in advance.
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
Apex City of Glasgow Hotel
The room was extremely spacious and well equipped.
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
Aparthotel Adagio Glasgow Central
The hotel is central in Glasgow, near to bars/restaurants, shops, and good transport links. Our room was a good size, clean & bed big and very comfortable. If I had to make once comment it would be to upgrade the toilet paper - then it would be perfect. The kitchen are had fridge, dishwasher and ...
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Southside Central
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.
Pollokshields
When in Pollokshields, you can plan a visit to OVO Hydro and Kinning Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
Merchant City
While visiting Merchant City, you might make a stop by sights like Merchant City and City Chambers.
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.
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.
