Guidebook for Glasgow
Enjoy yourself!
There’s a thriving local bar /cafe/restaurant scene in the West End of Glasgow. Add to this some artisan shops and this eclectic collection of businesses makes the West End an interesting place to explore!
Ruthven Lane
Ruthven LaneGreat selection of artisan shops and the Hanoi Bike club
The "Finnieston Strip" has a selection of restaurants, bars coffee shops and an eclectic mix of independent shops.
Its got a real 'Buzz' about it!
75 locals recommend
Finnieston
The "Finnieston Strip" has a selection of restaurants, bars coffee shops and an eclectic mix of independent shops.
Its got a real 'Buzz' about it!
Everything Else
Hillhead Library
348 Byres RdYour local library.
Hyndland station
Nearest railway station.
10 minutes into city center from this "Tube"
station. Mural created by local artist and writer, Alasdair Gray who until his death lived nearby.
48 locals recommend
Hillhead station
10 minutes into city center from this "Tube"
station. Mural created by local artist and writer, Alasdair Gray who until his death lived nearby.
Grosvenor
24 Ashton LnThe nearest cinema showing the latest films
Huge park with great walks along the river Kelvin. The Kelvin walkway runs through this park and the botanic Gardens.
367 locals recommend
Kelvingrove Park
6 Professors' SquareHuge park with great walks along the river Kelvin. The Kelvin walkway runs through this park and the botanic Gardens.
An eclectic mix of shops, bars and restaurants on this bustling thoroughfare.
Also has amenities such as banks
143 locals recommend
Byres Road
Byres RoadAn eclectic mix of shops, bars and restaurants on this bustling thoroughfare.
Also has amenities such as banks
Glasgow Airport
nearest airport
A fantastic new stadium which holds up to 10,000 fans.
About a 30 minute walk from the apartment!
134 locals recommend
The SSE Hydro
Stobcross RoadA fantastic new stadium which holds up to 10,000 fans.
About a 30 minute walk from the apartment!
A selection of independent boutique shop, great for browsing after a lazy brunch!
10 locals recommend
Cresswell Lane
Cresswell LaneA selection of independent boutique shop, great for browsing after a lazy brunch!
Essentials
Waitrose & Partners
373 Byres RdBrilliant supermarket 5 minutes from the apartment
Shopping
Tesco Metro
300-304 Byres Rdyour nearest Tesco
Opposite Ashton Lane, this hidden gem has still got some interesting artisan shops. Worth a look!
Dowanside Lane
Dowanside LaneOpposite Ashton Lane, this hidden gem has still got some interesting artisan shops. Worth a look!
Sightseeing
Glasgow is famous for its parks-this is one of its best! Enjoy the Victorian glass house the Kibble Palace or stroke the cat fish! Gaze at the golden carp and fascinating plants.
432 locals recommend
Glasgow Botanic Gardens
730 Great Western RdGlasgow is famous for its parks-this is one of its best! Enjoy the Victorian glass house the Kibble Palace or stroke the cat fish! Gaze at the golden carp and fascinating plants.
A short drive from Glasgow, this beautiful small town has some great walks and great food and is in the heart of the countryside. This is where the highlands start so the surrounding countryside is spectacular!
33 locals recommend
Callander
A short drive from Glasgow, this beautiful small town has some great walks and great food and is in the heart of the countryside. This is where the highlands start so the surrounding countryside is spectacular!
known as the gateway to the Highlands this quaint town has plenty to offer. Great walks, climbing and one of the best roads to drive in the country! The Dukes Pass!
24 locals recommend
Aberfoyle
known as the gateway to the Highlands this quaint town has plenty to offer. Great walks, climbing and one of the best roads to drive in the country! The Dukes Pass!
Less than 30 minutes from Glasgow, this stunning loch offers a huge variety of activities, from water sports and sailing to just enjoying a leisurely lunch overlooking the picturesque loch.
254 locals recommend
Loch Lomond
Less than 30 minutes from Glasgow, this stunning loch offers a huge variety of activities, from water sports and sailing to just enjoying a leisurely lunch overlooking the picturesque loch.
A beautiful 40 minute drive will find you in Aberfoyle at traditional woolen mill shop with a good cafe/restaurant. It has outdoor space with various animals for children to interact with and it has regular shows involving sheep, sheep dogs, birds of prey and geese! Worth a visit.
The Scottish Wool Centre
Off Main StreetA beautiful 40 minute drive will find you in Aberfoyle at traditional woolen mill shop with a good cafe/restaurant. It has outdoor space with various animals for children to interact with and it has regular shows involving sheep, sheep dogs, birds of prey and geese! Worth a visit.
Arts & Culture
Hunterian Art Gallery
82 Hillhead StWonderful museum
The world famous museum set in another of Glasgow's great parks, houses Salvador Dali's St John!
841 locals recommend
The Glasgow Art Club
185 Bath StThe world famous museum set in another of Glasgow's great parks, houses Salvador Dali's St John!
It's a recently refurbished outdoor amphitheater, so weather permitting, it's a great venue for watching live music in the park! A pleasant 20 minute walk from the apartment.
14 locals recommend
Kelvingrove Bandstand
Kelvin WayIt's a recently refurbished outdoor amphitheater, so weather permitting, it's a great venue for watching live music in the park! A pleasant 20 minute walk from the apartment.
Entertainment & Activities
Wonderful old sailing ship, great for young and old to visit. Brings history to life!
31 locals recommend
The Tall Ship at Riverside
150 Stobcross RdWonderful old sailing ship, great for young and old to visit. Brings history to life!
Glasgow Club North Woodside
10 Braid SquareNearest public pool. has a gymnasium, sauna and spa pool.
Fantastic interactive science exhibits. Great for adults and children alike!
194 locals recommend
Glasgow Science Centre
50 Pacific QuayFantastic interactive science exhibits. Great for adults and children alike!
Has just been refurbished , now has the biggest gymnasium in scotland.
21 locals recommend
Glasgow Club Kelvin Hall
1445 Argyle StHas just been refurbished , now has the biggest gymnasium in scotland.
fly through the trees on a zip wire in fantastic scenery, a great day out! There's also David Marshall lodge there for nature walks and information about local countryside. Has a great tea room with fantastic home-made cakes.
39 locals recommend
Go Ape Aberfoyle
fly through the trees on a zip wire in fantastic scenery, a great day out! There's also David Marshall lodge there for nature walks and information about local countryside. Has a great tea room with fantastic home-made cakes.