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Glasgow, United Kingdom

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NOT BUSYJan4°20d rain
NOT BUSYFeb4°18d rain
MODERATEMar6°18d rain
MODERATEApr8°15d rain
BUSYMay11°12d rainBEST
BUSYJun14°10d rainBEST
VERY BUSYJul15°10d rain
VERY BUSYAug15°12d rain
BUSYSep13°14d rainBEST
MODERATEOct10°16d rain
NOT BUSYNov6°18d rain
MODERATEDec5°20d rain

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Attractions à Glasgow, United Kingdom

Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum

1. Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum

4.7 (24,184)
Art GalleryAttraction touristiqueMuséePoint d'intérêtÉtablissement

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World-class art and natural history inside a spectacular Victorian gallery. Explore Dalí, Glasgow School paintings, interactive displays and striking architecture.

Glasgow Cathedral

2. Glasgow Cathedral

4.6 (9,362)
Attraction touristiqueÉgliseLieu de culteAssociation Or OrganizationPoint d'intérêt

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Ancient Gothic cathedral with original medieval stonework and soaring vaults. Walk through centuries of history, stained glass and a tranquil graveyard.

Riverside Museum

3. Riverside Museum

4.7 (20,191)
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Hands-on transport museum with iconic riverside architecture and a huge collection of trams, trains and vintage cars. Explore interactive exhibits, climb aboard historic vehicles and stroll the riverside promenade.

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Glenlee (The Tall Ship)

4. Glenlee (The Tall Ship)

The Tall Ship

4.6 (1,859)
Attraction touristiqueMuséePoint d'intérêtÉtablissement

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Step aboard a restored 1890s steel barque to feel Glasgow's seafaring past. Explore narrow decks, original cabins and dramatic rigging right on the Clyde.

Glasgow Science Centre

5. Glasgow Science Centre

4.6 (7,698)
Attraction touristiqueMuséePoint d'intérêtÉtablissement

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Interactive exhibits bring science to life, perfect for curious minds. Expect hands-on experiments, live shows and a huge IMAX screen by the river.

Glasgow Botanic Gardens

6. Glasgow Botanic Gardens

4.7 (14,724)
Botanical GardenAttraction touristiqueParcPoint d'intérêtÉtablissement

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Victorian green space in Glasgow's West End, anchored by the ornate Kibble Palace glasshouse. Stroll tree-lined paths, see rare plants and river views.

Glasgow Necropolis

7. Glasgow Necropolis

4.7 (1,229)
CemeteryAttraction touristiqueMonument historiqueLieu historiqueService

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Atmospheric Victorian cemetery, full of ornate monuments and Glasgow history. Climb the hill for sweeping Cathedral and skyline views while exploring sculpted graves.

Pollok Country Park

8. Pollok Country Park

4.6 (8,298)
Attraction touristiqueLieu historiqueParcPoint d'intérêtÉtablissement

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Vast park with Pollok House, the Burrell Collection and roaming Highland cattle. Stroll woodlands, explore art and history, then relax on riverside picnic lawns.

People's Palace and Winter Gardens

9. People's Palace and Winter Gardens

4.4 (3,613)
History MuseumAttraction touristiqueMonument historiqueLieu historiqueMusée

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See Glasgow's social history in a striking Victorian glasshouse. Wander museum galleries then relax among palms, ferns and a waterfall.

Buchanan Street

10. Buchanan Street

4.5 (256)
Route

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Shop and soak up Glasgow's vibrant heart on a grand Victorian boulevard. Street musicians, cafes, designer stores and bold public art keep energy high.

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Traditional Sweet Dishes

Tablet

Tablet

A very sweet, crumbly confection made from sugar, condensed milk, and butter, tablet is a Scottish favorite that features in many Glasgow sweet shops and family recipes.

Deep-fried Mars bar

Deep-fried Mars bar

Originally linked to Glasgow chip shops, the deep-fried Mars bar became a notorious novelty treat in the 1990s and symbolizes the city's bold take on comfort food.

Cranachan

Cranachan

A traditional Scottish dessert of whipped cream, toasted oats, honey, raspberries, and a splash of whisky, cranachan celebrates local ingredients and is served at special occasions across Glasgow.

Traditional Savory Dishes

Lorne sausage

Lorne sausage

Also called square sausage, Lorne is a flattened, square pork sausage popular in Glasgow breakfasts and served in rolls or with tattie scones.

Haggis

Haggis

Scotland's national dish, haggis is a spiced pudding of offal, oats, and suet, often served with neeps and tatties and a central feature of Burns Night meals in Glasgow.

Scotch pie

Scotch pie

A small, double-crust meat pie traditionally filled with minced mutton or beef, the Scotch pie is a staple at football matches and on-the-go meals in Glasgow.

Traditional Beverages

Irn-Bru

Irn-Bru

Known as Scotland's other national drink, Irn-Bru has a distinctive bright orange color and a loyal following in Glasgow, where its marketing and taste are cultural touchstones.

Tennent's Lager

Tennent's Lager

Brewed in Glasgow's Wellpark Brewery since the 19th century, Tennent's Lager is a working-class icon and a common pint in local pubs and at football games.

Scotch whisky

Scotch whisky

Scotch whisky, from peaty Islay malts to smooth Speyside blends, is integral to Glasgow's social and trade history, and many bars in the city offer extensive whisky selections.

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Day trips

Loch Lomond & The Trossachs

35 km 40 min by train to Balloch

Scenic loch, hiking, boat trips, nearby villages.

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Stirling

36 km 35 min by train

Historic castle, National Wallace Monument, compact old town.

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Isle of Arran

55 km 1h 45 min via train and ferry

Island landscapes, beaches, distillery, short hikes.

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Oban

100 km 2h 45 min by train

Coastal town, seafood, ferry hub to islands.

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Ayr & Culzean Castle

77 km 50 min by train

Coastal walks, historic castle with cliff-top views.

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Commentaires (6)

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Leticia B.

Skip single bus fares, buy a day ticket from the driver or use contactless for capped fares, saves a lot if you hop around.

10
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Santos N.

Food scene surprised me, great cheap eats and hearty pubs. Rain most days, bring a waterproof but no biggie.

9
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Murad P.

Skip the chain places around Buchanan Street, walk two blocks into Merchant City for better prices and proper local restaurants.

6
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Teresa D.

Great live music and friendly pubs, food better than expected. Grey weather but atmospheric, three days was just enough.

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Alina D.

Glasgow felt gritty at times, streets busy and some overpriced tourist spots. Museums were good though, don't expect polite silence.

5

Getting there

Train stations

Glasgow Central

West Coast Main Line, intercity services to London, Edinburgh, Ayrshire

Glasgow Queen Street

Services to Edinburgh, Stirling, Fort William, Oban

From Glasgow Airport take the 500 bus or a taxi to the city center, journey about 20-30 minutes.

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Informations utiles pour Glasgow, United Kingdom

Lieux de shopping populairesBuchanan Street, Princes Square, St Enoch Centre
Lieux de vie nocturne populairesAshton Lane, Merchant City, Buchanan Street
Restaurants décontractés populairesThe Ubiquitous Chip, Ox and Finch, Paesano
Restaurants chics populairesCail Bruich, Restaurant Atelier, Gamba
Cafés populairesCafe Strange Brew, Singl-end, Willow Tea Rooms
Eau du robinet potableOui
Visa nomade numériqueNon
Meilleure application de taxiUber, Free Now
Prix taxi / km$1.6
Touristes / an4000000
Population635640
Vitesse internet mobile8 Mbps
Taux de chômage4.2 %
Taux de pauvreté20 %
Revenu moyen / mois$3000
Coût de la vie moyen / mois$1800
Prix hôtel / nuit à partir de$50
Prix bière à partir de$4.5
Prix café à partir de$2.8
Prix street food à partir de$5
Prix repas au restaurant à partir de$13
Monnaie localeGBP
Types de prises électriquesG
ReligionsChristianity, No religion, Islam, Hinduism, Sikhism
Langues parléesEnglish, Scots, Scots Gaelic, Polish
Groupes ethniquesWhite Scottish, Other White, Asian, Black
Orientation politiquecentre-left
Densité de population3300 /km²
Superficie géographique175 km²
Catastrophes naturelles possiblesFlooding, Storms
Animaux dangereuxTicks
Lieux populaires pour une promenadeKelvingrove Park, Glasgow Green, Botanic Gardens
Transports publics populairesSubway, Bus, Train
Compagnies aériennesBritish Airways, easyJet, Ryanair
Vaccinations recommandéesRoutine vaccinations, COVID-19 up to date
Types d'architectureVictorian, Gothic, Art Nouveau, Modern
Consommation moyenne de bière par personne / an65 l
Consommation moyenne de vin par personne / an22 l
Culture du pourboire10-15% in restaurants, small tip for good service, not required for casual service
Coworking / jour$15
Airbnb / mois$1500
Loyer 1 chambre / mois$900
Salle de sport / mois$35
Budget quotidien (routard)$50
Budget quotidien (gamme moyenne)$120

Aperçu pour Glasgow, United Kingdom

Maîtrise de l'anglaisTrès bon
Sécurité routièreMoyen
Accueil des étrangersBon
Liberté d'expressionBon
Transports en communBon
Soins de santéBon
Qualité de l'éducationBon
Fiabilité du réseau électriqueTrès bon
Sécurité face à la criminalité violenteMauvais
Accessibilité à piedBon
Vie nocturneBon
Scène gastronomiqueBon
LGBTQ+ friendlyBon
Scène startupMoyen
Niveau de bruitMoyen
PropretéMoyen
Accès à la natureBon
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