Guide Book

Guide Book

Glasgow is one of Europe's most exciting destinations, which combines the energy and sophistication of a great international city with some of Scotland's most spectacular scenery.

Highlights include:

  • Glasgow's iconic new Riverside Museum welcomed its 1 millionth visitor in December, a landmark building on the banks of the River Clyde and a fitting home for the city's world class transport collection.
  • Kelvingrove Art Gallery & Museum, Scotland's most popular free visitor attraction.
  • Gallery of Modern Art, the most visited modern art gallery in Scotland.
  • The Burrell Collection located in the woodland setting of Pollok Country Park.
  • Charles Rennie Mackintosh, the Glasgow born architect, designer and artist, is celebrated around the world as one of the most creative figures of the early 20th century.
  • Historic Glasgow celebrates Glasgow's rich local history and heritage. See what's happening around the city - the projects, the people, the places.
  • The style mile is home to every fashion thrill, from niche to mainstream. Download your definitive guide here.      
  • Glasgow Leading Attractions - Download discount vouchers for 23 attractions across the city including The Hampden Experience, The Lighthouse and The Tall Ship.
  • The Lighthouse, Scotland's centre for architecture and design features the Mackintosh Interpretation Centre.
  • New attraction FOUNDATION at the Lighthouse tells the story of Glasgow it's history, the people and the place.
  • There are plenty of fantastic restaurants to explore in Glasgow after a busy day, every taste is catered for from traditional Scottish fare and Italian to Indian and Thai.  
  • As a UNESCO City of Music Glasgow hosts over 130 concerts a week in a range of great venues, such as King Tut's Wah Wah Hut and the SECC.  To find out what's on click here.

What's On

What's On

The AC/DC Exibition  (until 12th February)

AC/DC: Scotland's Family Jewels is the only exhibition to ever have been approved by the band. See materials that have never before been on public display. 

Glasgow Film Festival (Thurs 16th - Sun 26th February)

Glasgow Film Festival is a magical month of movies, guests and premieres. 

Aye Write! (Fri 9th - Sat 16th March)

Glasgow's Book Festival returns to The Mitchell Library celebrating a rich variety of Glaswegian writing along with the best of Scottish and international writers. 

Glasgow International Comedy Festival (Thurs 15th March - Sun 1st April)

This year celebrates the 10th birthday of the Glasgow International Comedy Festival.

Glasgow International Festival of Visual Art (Fri 20th April - Mon 7th May)

Visual Art is put into the spotlight during Glasgow International. 

Glasgow App

Be the first to know what is going on in Glasgow, download your FREE Glasgow city guide app from Apple Apps and Android Market, search 'Glasgow'.

The free-to-download app features sections on attractions, bars, cafés, going out, looking good, restaurants, travel and transport information.   





 

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