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Glasgow Like a Local: Customized Private Tour

4.2 (28)
Glasgow, GB
4.2 (28)
Glasgow, GB
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Experience Glasgow like a true local with this customized private tour. Leave behind the typical historical tours and instead discover the city through the eyes of a passionate local guide. Whether you want to visit iconic landmarks or hidden gems, it's up to you. With no set itinerary, you have the freedom to personalize the tour as you wish. Our local guides, known as Lokafyers, are not professional tour guides but locals who love their city and want to share their knowledge and perspective with you. By the end of the tour, you'll feel like you have a friend in Glasgow, confident in navigating the city and armed with all the insider information you need to make the most of your stay. Book now and let the city come alive through the eyes of a local.

About this experience

  • Free Cancellation For a full refund cancel at least before the start of your booking
  • Suitable for 1-6 Participants
  • Private Tour
  • Guided Experience
  • Customized tour tailored to your preferences
  • Insightful introduction to the city from a local perspective
  • Skip the usual historical tours and discover the city like a local
  • Authentic and personal experience with a passionate local guide
  • Feel comfortable and confident navigating the city
  • Customized private walking tour
  • Local guide ("Lokafyer"
  • Personal expenses
  • Tips and gratuities (optional)
  • Optional activity costs
  • Food and drinks
  • Transportation to/from attractions (It’s a walking tour, car transportation isn’t included)

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Introduction

Glasgow Like a Local: Customized Private Tour allows you to discover this vibrant city through the eyes of a passionate local. Unlike traditional tours, there is no set itinerary. Instead, you have the freedom to customize your experience or leave it up to the knowledgeable local guide. Get ready for an insightful introduction to Glasgow that goes beyond the typical tourist attractions. This tour is all about making meaningful connections with people and truly immersing yourself in the local culture. With our expert Lokafyers as your guides, you'll gain a unique perspective on the city that only a local can provide.

What to expect?

During this tour, you can expect a personalized experience tailored to your interests and preferences. The duration of the tour can range from 120 to 360 minutes, giving you ample time to discover the hidden gems and iconic landmarks of Glasgow. Every journey is unique, as both you and the Lokafyer decide together what places to visit. Whether you're interested in history, art, architecture, or local cuisine, the Lokafyer will craft an itinerary that matches your desires. Take advantage of the flexibility to explore at your own pace and immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of Glasgow's culture and heritage.

Who is this for?

This tour is perfect for anyone seeking an authentic and personal travel experience. Whether you're a solo traveler, a couple, or a small group of friends, this customized private tour caters to your individual preferences. It is designed for those who prefer to ditch the traditional, crowded tours and instead engage with a knowledgeable local. Whether you're a history enthusiast, an art lover, or simply curious about local life, this tour ensures you'll gain deep insights into Glasgow's culture and way of life. No matter your age or interests, this tour is inclusive and suited for all who want to explore Glasgow like a true local.

Why book this?

Choosing the Glasgow Like a Local: Customized Private Tour offers a one-of-a-kind experience that goes beyond the ordinary. By exploring the city with a local guide, you'll gain insider knowledge, fascinating stories, and hidden gems that you won't find in guidebooks. The Lokafyers are not professional guides, but passionate locals eager to share their city and create a memorable experience for you. This tour allows you to connect with the city on a deeper level, understanding its history, culture, and people. By the end of the tour, you'll feel like a true Glaswegian, with the know-how to navigate the city with confidence and make the most of your stay.

Good to know

It's important to note that the meeting point for this tour can be any centrally located hotel, offering convenience for travelers. If your hotel is outside the city center, a convenient meeting point in the city will be arranged. It's also worth mentioning that the tour may end at a different location from the departure point. However, you have the option to request a specific end point in advance. The inclusions and exclusions of this tour will be communicated to you directly by the Lokafyer, ensuring transparency and clarity throughout your experience. Be prepared for an adventure that combines the must-see attractions with off-the-beaten-path discoveries.

Reviews

Travelers who have booked and experienced the Glasgow Like a Local: Customized Private Tour have raved about the unique insights they gained from their Lokafyer guides. They appreciated the personal touch and felt like they were exploring the city alongside a friend. Many reviewers mentioned that this tour exceeded their expectations, allowing them to discover hidden gems and areas of Glasgow that they would have otherwise missed. The flexibility to customize the itinerary and focus on individual interests was highly praised. Overall, previous participants felt that this tour offered them a more meaningful and genuine travel experience, and they left with a newfound love and appreciation for the vibrant city of Glasgow.

How long before the event do I need to book?

  • You can book at any time before the event

Vouchers accepted in the following formats

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Is an adult required for the booking?

  • At least one adult or senior required per booking

Reviews

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4.2 (28)

Bruce_G

Worst tour we have ever taken and we have travelled the world for 55 years. The guide was very nice and he tried his best but Tobias is German, not Scott. While his accent was understandable most of the time, it made the conversation somewhat difficult at times. The real problem is he knew nothing of Scottish history, including the industrial history of Glasgow and feudal Scotland, which was the sole reason for taking the tour. We wasted 6 hours and a lot of money and came away with not one interesting historical fact. If I wanted to learn more about the Hapsburg empire, I would have gone to Austria. I haven’t sent my review to Trip Advisor yet but I am giving you a heads-up. Bruce Gingold

HopeAl

Luke was our guide. He was great; very knowledgable about the history of glasgow. He was also very passionate about the city. I enjoyed the tour. It was well worth it.

Linda_S

Unfortunately the tour was very disappointing. We had booked a private tour by a local, highlighting hidden gems of Glasgow. Our guide was very nice but she had absolutely no knowledge of the city, its history and certainly not any hidden gems. All questions asked were met with responses of “I don’t know” or vague answers that had no relevance. It was a bad experience and we learned nothing. It was a waste of money.

Marvin_W

Was not sure what to expect. Guide contacted to get a little background about us. She chose all of the "right' locations. We had a great collection of discussions about her background (PhD in Marine Biology) and how it relates to her current life in Scotland. Locations were just what we wanted to see. Not just the tourist spots. Everyone should try a tour of this type.

benlY55NM

Anna was incredibly friendly and welcoming to her city, with a wealth of knowledge to boot! We will definitely book her again next we are in Glasgow

Karen_R

Our tour guide could not answer most questions about Glasgow. We were told a few cute stories and she was a lovely person but it was not worth the money we spent. Our time in Glasgow was quite brief and we planned a private tour as a way to see the city in our limited time. It was quite a disappointment.

kerriw731

Anna was a superb tour guide. She met us as arranged, was friendly and extremely knowledgeable. I would recommend her highly.

Ricardo_P

Guide was very friendly. But she is a student from Mexico. Would have been cool to get a tour from a local who grew up in Glasgow.

Linda_C

Anna is a knowledgeable and friendly guide through Glasgow. We got a great overview of the city’s iconic sites and history. Walking almost non-stop for 5 hours, however, may be a bit much for some. If so, consider a shorter tour with Anna.

Brianne S

Our Lokafy guide was NOT a local like the description says. Lokafy appears to be the Uber of tour companies. They did not vet this guy, because he clearly had not lived in Glasgow long. Either that, or he was a hermit who never left his house. We told him we wanted to know about all the good local pubs and restaurants, must see history near the city center, and that we were huge football fans. We told him we were in town for the Champions League game, and he didn't ask which one. Huge bust right off the bat, when there are back to back CL matches this week, one being Celtic and the other being Rangers. Even a local who isn't a football fan would know about that rivalry. He was not even being a safe guide through the city, and almost got us hit by a car when rushing us to jaywalk across the street. We understand most people don't wait for the walk signal, but they at least look to see if cars are coming up to the turn before jumping into the road. He had no concern for our wellbeing or for walking at our speed or anything at all. At the end, when we found a polite enough excuse to cut the terrible tour short, we asked for a good restaurant to get fish & chips. He told us to go to the takeaway fast food chain in town, Blue Lagoon. You don't send people who have indicated their interest in local pubs and restaurants to the McDonald's of fish & chips. When we told him we would rather go to a sit down restaurant, he told us to go to the Blue Lagoon by our hotel and take it to our room to eat. I can't write out everything about how bad it was here, because I will lose the reader's interest, if I haven't already. Bottom line, it was a terrible excuse for a tour by someone who was definitely not a local and knew very little about the city as a whole. I was so hoping that we would get a good local guide for this, instead of one like the other 1 star review here, but we got a bad one. If you are on your honeymoon like us, don't risk getting a bad guide. Go for a more sure thing. It's clear that Lokafy doesn't vet their guides at all to make sure they are actual locals with enough time in a city to be a good guide to travelers.
Collected by Evendo, Tripadvisor & Viator
2024-05-18 21:13