Southside Central Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Southside Central
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.
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.
Buchanan Street
Cutting through the heart of Glasgow, this bustling pedestrianized street is lined with sleek shopping centers, restaurants and several cultural highlights.
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.
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.
Activities
Edinburgh: Loch Lomond, Stirling Castle and the Kelpies Day Tour
From Edinburgh: Small-Group Day Tour of Loch Lomond, Stirling & The Kelpies
Loch Lomond: Scottish Highlands Sightseeing Cruise
Glasgow: Loch Lomond, the Trossachs and Stirling Castle
Glasgow: Glengoyne Distillery Tour with Whisky & Chocolate
Our pick of the best Southside Central Hotel Deals
The Social Hub Glasgow
Just back from a nice couple of days at the Social Hub in Glasgow. The only real issue we had with the place was that one of the two rooms that we booked wasn't ready at check in time leaving us hanging around waiting till we could all get settled in and head out into town. Apart from that though ...
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Hobbit Cabin for 2 - Outdoor Bath / Wood Burner
Very beautiful grounds and very relaxing. The host was lovely and very helpful
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Holiday Inn Glasgow Airport by IHG
Fast check in, friendly staff
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
YOTEL Glasgow
The staff were very friendly and helpful. The property was clean and tidy. The water pressure in bathroom was extremely low, so low that using the hand held shower nozzle there was no water coming out. The hot water was barely warm.
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Clayton Hotel Glasgow
Great breakfast buffet for 15£ only thing is rooms are a bit on the small side, but very nice rooms
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Motel One Glasgow
Small, basic but comfortable room. Great, friendly bar. Hugely overheated - had the battle between opening the (9th floor) windows to cool down, or closing them to block out the noise from the nightlife and traffic. Very central to the station, shopping, many restaurants, clubs and bars.
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
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 Kinning Park and Alea Glasgow, 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 George Square.
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.
