Get to know Glasgow

Get to know Glasgow with a City Sightseeing tour

Whether you are a foodie looking for great cuisine, a lover of design and architecture or simply someone who wants to shop and find the most insta-worthy spots in the city, our tour helps you find your Glasgow.

From the famed University of Glasgow at stop 14 to the stunning Hydro concert venue at stop 11, our tour covers all interests.

Our map highlights top attractions at every stop, and our friendly guides share must-see sights along the route. Many of Glasgow’s best attractions are free! Hop off at Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, home to everything from mummies to Mackintosh and Dali. The Riverside Museum and The Tall Ship offer family-friendly fun exploring Glasgow’s transport history.

If you love Charles Rennie Mackintosh, visit the Hunterian at stop 14 for some of his finest work. Nearby, Glasgow Cathedral and the Necropolis stand as iconic landmarks — the Cathedral dating to 1136 with its famous green roof, and the Necropolis offering striking city views.

For more ideas, visit the People Make Glasgow website for inspiration on what to see and do.

Attractions

The University of Glasgow

The University of Glasgow is the fourth oldest university in the English-speaking world. The beautiful Victorian architecture brings to mind Hogwarts from Harry Potter.

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Riverside Museum

The Riverside Museum is Glasgow's transport museum, home to over 3,000 objects from skateboards and locomotives to motorbikes. In 2013, it won European Museum of the Year.

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Scottish Events Campus

The Scottish Events Campus hosts Glasgow's biggest conferences, events and concerts.

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Glasgow Cathedral

One of Scotland's most magnificent medieval buildings, Glasgow Cathedral is the only one on the Scottish mainland to survive the Reformation of 1560 intact.

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The Duke of Wellington

The Duke of Wellington statue outside the Gallery of Modern Art wears a cone on his head, a demonstration of the local sense of humour.

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Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum

Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum is one of Scotland's most popular visitor attractions. Kelvingrove's iconic organ is played daily and is one of the best kept secret's of the city.

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Glasgow City Chambers

The City Chambers is one of Glasgow's most magnificent buildings in the heart of George Square. Opened by Queen Victoria in 1888 its said to have more marble than the Vatican.

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The Clydeside Distillery

Immerse yourself in the dockside story and experience one of Scotland's most unique distillery tours. Steeped in Glasgow's shipbuilding history, the Queen's Dock was once the beating heart of the city's industry and trade.

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Glasgow Science Centre

Packed with fun and three floors of hands on science exhibits, Glasgow Science Centre one of the city's most popular attractions.

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Restaurants

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Mharsanta

Enjoy a taste of Scotland in the heart of Merchant City. From delicious steaks to mussels and sticky toffee pudding, Mharsanta is a must!

Blue Lagoon

Try traditional fish & chips along with Glasgow's famous dessert - the deep fried Mars Bar! 10% off all food and drink with your City Sightseeing ticket.

Willow Tea Rooms

Step back into Glasgow's rich artistic past inside the historic Willow Tea Rooms. Designed by Glasgow's most famous artist and architect, Charles Rennie MacKintosh.