Visitors
Welcome to Glasgow, you can find some useful information about events and activities taking place in Glasgow below.
Glasgow is a city of culture, bursting with activity and experiences, with a refreshingly down-to-earth and friendly personality.
Glasgow is a city of architectural grandeur, with some of the UK's best-preserved Victorian architecture. Glasgow Cathedral is one of the finest examples of medieval architecture that remains in Scotland.
The city is also home to one of Europe's largest civic art collections, with more than 20 world-class museums and art galleries, many of which are free to visit. These include Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum which is one of Scotland's most popular attractions and the world-class Burrell Collection, the Art Fund Museum of the Year 2023. And with more Turner Prize winners and nominees than any other UK city, Glasgow also has an acclaimed contemporary art scene. The city's mural trail means you can even enjoy art as you stroll around the city. Glasgow was also the UK's first UNESCO City of Music and boasts a busy and varied live music scene.
Eating and Drinking, Ashton Lane
Eating and Drinking, Ashton Lane
Various images of Glasgow
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Glasgow's city centre has a vibrant shopping scene, located within a walkable centre. Buchanan Street is the main pedestrianised shopping area, connecting Sauchiehall Street and Argyle Street, all lined with the big high street names. Ingram Street in the Merchant City is known as the designer boulevard, while the city's neighbourhoods are home to some amazing independent shops.
Glasgow's eating and drinking scene is vibrant, with food and drink available to suit all tastes and pockets. Which? Magazine has described Glasgow's food scene as "cool and unpretentious... vibrant but inexpensive". Ashton Lane is singled out as a great spot for charming restaurants, while trendy Finnieston is mentioned for its serious coffee shops and swish restaurants.
With over 90 parks and gardens, it is no wonder that Glasgow is known as the Dear Green Place. Scotland's stunning scenery seeps into Glasgow in rolling hills, expansive country parks, woodland walks and even Highland cattle.
Glasgow is the gateway to Scotland's great outdoors, with beaches, castles and rugged coastlines to discover. Experience unmissable day trips less than an hour away - from historic Stirling to the breath-taking bonnie banks of Loch Lomond, there are legends and adventures of epic proportions awaiting you.
Lots more information about all there is to see and do in the city can be found at Visit Glasgow.
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