Half Day Private Walking Tour in Glasgow City

Glasgow, GB

Highlights

  • Discover the history of medieval Glasgow at Glasgow Cathedral
  • Experience stunning views over Glasgow from the top of The Necropolis
  • Uncover the dark past of Merchant City and its links to the transatlantic slave trade
  • Learn about Glasgow's famous sense of humor at the iconic statue
  • Explore the main street, Buchanan Street, and discover why Glasgow is a UNESCO City of Music

Meeting Point

We shall meet in front of the David Livingstone Memorial Statue, which is located in front of Glasgow Cathedral.

Meeting point

Castle St, Glasgow G4 0UZ , United Kingdom

End point

End Point

We shall end our tour back in the city centre on Sauchiehall Street, allowing you to continue with your explorations of Glasgow from a central location. Alternatively, I can walk you back to your hotel/local bar or restaurant in the city centre if you prefer.

Meeting point

215 217 Sauchiehall St, Glasgow G2 3EX , United Kingdom

End point

What to expect

1

Glasgow Cathedral

We shall begin our tour at Glasgow Cathedral to learn about the city's history from its beginnings in medieval times.

Duration 30 minutes
2

The Necropolis

Discover Glasgow's Victorian City of the Dead with a short (but steep) hike to the top to experience some of the best views over Glasgow.

Duration 30 minutes
3

Glasgow

See Glasgow's most famous mural.

Duration 20 minutes
4

Tolbooth Steeple

Here, we shall explore the history behind Glasgow's Mercat Cross- maybe you're wondering why there is a mythical creature that sits at the top of the structure? We will also discuss the history behind Glasgow's Tolbooth Steeple, a historical execution site in the city

Duration 10 minutes
5

Merchant City

Wander through the streets of Merchant City to uncover Glasgow's dark past and links with the transatlantic slave trade.

Duration 30 minutes
6

Duke of Wellington Statue

Why does this iconic statue have a cone on his head? On this tour we will uncover a very key characteristic of the Glaswegian people- their sense of humour.

Duration 5 minutes
7

George Square

Glasgow's main square, where we can view the City Chamber's from the outside and uncover the history of the Square from past to the importance of the Square in today's society.

Duration 15 minutes
8

Nelson Mandela Place

Why does Glasgow have a place named after Nelson Mandela?

Duration 5 minutes
9

Buchanan Street

The city's main street in modern times, often nicknamed 'the style mile' due to this being the city's shopping street. Who was Andrew Buchanan? Pass by Glasgow's Royal Concert Hall and find out why Glasgow is a UNESCO City of Music.

Duration 15 minutes
10

Sauchiehall Street

We will end our tour on Sauchihall Street outside Mackintosh at the Willow Tearooms to learn about Glasgow's most famous architect (also a good place to go if you would like to get a bite to eat after the tour)

Duration 15 minutes

The experience can be subject to change due to bad weather or unforseen circumstances. We always endeavour to give you the best possible experience.

Additional Information

  • Additional information
    Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Additional information
    Service animals allowed
  • Additional information
    Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Additional information
    Participants should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Provided by Glasgow Private Walking Tours

What our experts say

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    Try the local haggis at nearby pubs.
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    Visit the Riverside Museum after the tour.
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    Check out the street art in Merchant City.
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    Grab coffee at the Willow Tearooms.
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    Wear comfortable shoes for walking.

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