Glasgow is the biggest city in Scotland and the third biggest city in the UK. Situated on the River Clyde, which divides the city in two, Glasgow is one of Europe's most enjoyable cities to visit. There are a lot of things to see and do in Glasgow, including the city's large number of free museums. The Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum is one of the most impressive, with a huge and varied collection on display.
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Download Glasgow Pocket Guide View all guides »Glasgow is a wonderful city, a people city. Walk around, go to the City Center, West End, and Merchant City, and go to a pub and talk to people.
Insider Tip:Tchai Ovna, on Otago Lane in the West End, is a favorite tea spot, and the Willow Tea Rooms on Sauchiehall Street (Designed by Charles Rennie MacKintosh is another great location. As for pubs, go to Ashton Lane, just off Byer's Road, or perhaps the Isla Inn on Argyle Street.
Awesome place.. Always buzzing with life and activites.. Especially at George's Square in the afternoon.. =) Just teeming with people relaxing and chilling out..
Glasgow is such a great, often overlooked city! Since it's so near to Edinburgh it often takes a backseat, but it's really beautiful. It also has many public museums, all of which are free. The museums aren't amazing, but who'd pass up free? It's also a great place to just walk around. It's built on several hills, so you can get great views from lots of places. Plus, the architecture of the buildings is enough to hold your attention.
Insider Tip:Glasgow is small enough to be able to do the entire thing on foot. Glasgow Green is a great place to relax on a nice day, although it is a little bit outside the city center.
Was only there for a couple of days, but it seemed like a really neat city...alot of cool people to look at.
Insider Tip:Spend a day to two in the city but don't forget to go outside of the main part. Its amazing.
I heard that Glasgow is pretty seedy, but I thought it was nice. It wasn't nearly as touristy as Edinburgh, which allowed me to get a better sense of the local atmosphere.
Like so many cities in Europe today, Edinburgh is divided the Old Town and the New Town. Both have their own qualities and attractions and are a pleasure to visit. But if you plan to stay in the city for that little bit longer you will be able to sample the whole country's delights, not just the capital's.
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