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Merchant City Music Walking Tour of Glasgow

4.8 (73)
Glasgow, GB
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Merchant City Music Walking Tour of Glasgow

4.8 (73)
Glasgow, GB
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Join us on a thrilling two-hour walking tour through Glasgow's Merchant City and East End, immersing yourself in the vibrant music scene that has produced legendary performers and unforgettable shows. Our enthusiastic guides, who are passionate about music and cultural life in Glasgow, will lead you to iconic venues that have shaped the city's musical legacy. From The Clutha Bar with its mesmerizing murals to the historic Britannia Panopticon, once graced by stars like Cary Grant, you'll uncover fascinating stories and anecdotes. Explore the City Halls and Old Fruitmarket, witness the colorful history of the Barrowland Ballroom, and discover the thriving music scene in St Andrews, a stunning 18th-century church turned live venue. The tour culminates in King's Court, where our guides will unveil the secrets behind Glasgow's unique music evolution. Don't miss this exceptional opportunity to see a different side of Glasgow's music culture and enjoy a 20% discount on food at Mono Café Bar.

About this experience

  • Free Cancellation For a full refund cancel at least before the start of your booking
  • 2 hours
  • Suitable for 1-10 Participants
  • Private Tour, Small Group Tour
  • Guided Experience
  • Explore Glasgow's iconic music venues
  • Learn about legendary performers in the city
  • Enjoy entertaining and informative anecdotes
  • Experience the vibrant atmosphere of Glasgow's music scene
  • Discover the unique history of Glasgow's music culture
  • Includes voucher for 20% discount on food at Mono Cafe Bar.
  • Food and drinks, unless specified

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Introduction

Merchant City Music Walking Tour of Glasgow offers a unique and immersive experience for music lovers and culture enthusiasts. This two-hour guided tour takes you through the vibrant Merchant City and East End of Glasgow, exploring iconic venues and uncovering the city's rich musical history. Led by enthusiastic music fans and writers, this tour provides an entertaining and informative journey into Glasgow's renowned music scene.

What to expect?

During the Merchant City Music Walking Tour, you can expect to discover the stories behind legendary performers who have stayed, played, and made music in Glasgow. From the birthplace of iconic bands to the venues that have hosted unforgettable shows, this tour showcases the city's unrivaled reputation for producing brilliant musicians and creating memorable music. You'll learn about the cultural significance of these venues and gain insights into the music industry in Glasgow.

Who is this for?

This tour is for anyone who has an appreciation for music and wants to explore the vibrant music scene of Glasgow. Whether you're a local looking to delve deeper into the city's cultural history or a visitor wanting to experience the authentic musical heritage of Glasgow, this tour caters to all. No prior knowledge of music is required, as the tour is designed to be engaging and enjoyable for both music experts and novices alike.

Why book this?

By booking the Merchant City Music Walking Tour, you'll have the opportunity to immerse yourself in the rich musical heritage of Glasgow. Led by knowledgeable guides who are deeply immersed in the city's cultural life, you'll gain unique insights and anecdotes about the music industry in Glasgow. The tour culminates at the trendy Mono Café Bar, where tour participants can enjoy a 20% discount on food, adding a delightful conclusion to the experience. This tour promises to showcase a different side of Glasgow, providing a deeper understanding and appreciation of its vibrant music scene.

Good to know

It's important to note that food and drinks are not included in the tour, unless specified. However, participants will receive a voucher for a 20% discount on food at Mono Café Bar. The tour is designed to be accessible to all, regardless of musical knowledge or expertise. Whether you're a visitor or a local, the Merchant City Music Walking Tour offers a fresh perspective on Glasgow's cultural heritage and provides an enjoyable experience for everyone.

Reviews

Customers who have participated in the Merchant City Music Walking Tour have praised its entertaining and informative nature. They appreciate the knowledgeable guides who are passionate about music and Glasgow's cultural scene. Participants have expressed their satisfaction with the tour's ability to showcase a different side of Glasgow, making them feel more connected to the city and its music history. Overall, feedback has been positive, with many recommending this tour as a must-do experience for music enthusiasts visiting 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

Your Itinerary

The Clutha Bar

One of Glasgow's best loved live music pubs, this Clydeside bar is covered with murals which showcase the diversity of the city's music scene through the years.

Britannia Panopticon Music Hall

Britain’s oldest surviving music hall, the venerable Britannia Panopticon is still a working venue. As well as hosting legendary Scottish performers such as Harry Lauder, this atmospheric, hidden gem has seen stage stars ranging from Cary Grant to Stan Laurel. At present, due to Covid, we do not have access to Britannia Panopticon although we can still tell you all its great stories.

Old Fruitmarket

The City Halls and Old Fruitmarket have been the location for many a memorable gig, including The Stranglers concert which led to punk rock being banned in Glasgow.

Tron Theatre

Now a leading theatre and concert venue, this building's history includes a devastating date with the notorious Hellfire Club.

Barrowland Ballroom

The Barrowland Ballroom is much loved by Glasgow gig-goers and its history is as colourful as the bands that have played here.

Barrowland Park

Barrowland Pathway artwork highlights many of the acts which have played its namesake venue. And from The Smiths and Simple Minds to David Bowie and Bob Dylan, we have brilliant stories about many of the big names who have played here.

St Andrews In The Square - Glasgow

A beautiful, 18th century church turned live music venue, St Andrews has lively links to the biggest names in Scotland's cultural history.

The 13th Note

We finish on King's Court where your guide will reveal our theories about why Glasgow evolved its own, unique music scene. From Postcard Records to The 13th Note and Mono Bar, this is an area rich in stories about Glasgow's past and present music scenes.

Reviews

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4.8 (73)

B947DDalans

Great couple of hours spent on a Saturday morning, on the walking tour, probably made better with a sunny day. Very good and informative tour guide, really enjoyed actually taking time to notice the venues, as we have passed them hundreds of times and never took the time to take in what Glasgow has. Would definitely recommend this tour, for anyone with an interest in Glasgow’s history, the music interest is a plus.

SarahA948

Excellent tour. Phil is incredibly knowledgeable about this fascinating city & we found out loads about musical heritage of the city as well as politics, culture, architecture. Great intro to the city - thoroughly recommended

S2936TMjone

Some unexpected gems,in venues visited,and anecdotes about artistes. Fiona has great knowledge of Glasgow music business. Very enjoyable experience.

876sameerr

Im a former/sometime music journalist, and I can say that Fiona's tour of Glasgow music history and present was unparalleled in its comprehensiveness and accessiblity. We did a private tour, so we got to ask more questions than we might on a group tour, but regardless, it was phenomenal and really insightful. A fantastic way for any music fan to explore Glasgow's importance to musich history!

Neil_S

We really enjoyed this tour - the guide was really enthusiastic and knowledgable about the music scene in Glasgow which came across well. She managed to show us some new sights we would probably never have noticed otherwise. The time flew by

Anne Marie G

We thoroughly enjoyed our tour! The visit to Britannia Panopticon was a revelation! My friends and I didn’t know it existed! Fiona, our guide was excellent and her knowledge and anecdotes made the experience so interesting and memorable. We would highly recommend this Merchant City tour and we look forward to doing The Golden Mile tour at another time.

Friok

This was an excellent tour and I would highly recommend. The tour guide Phil was exceptional in his knowledge of the Glasgow music scene through history to the current day. An easy and relaxed pace with lots of “stories” delivered in a way that left me feeling I had learned so much whilst being entertained.. only in Glasgow can you enjoy such wonderful “patter” The tour included a visit to the old music hall which was fascinating. I will definitely return to do the afternoon tour and would happily do this one again as there is so much more to learn and enjoy Thank you Phil .. a great wee turn

Coastal278659

Arrived a few minutes late due to train running late and world cycling event taking place in city centre. Thankfully Phil the guide was still at the meeting point talking about the Clutha Bar etc. Phil the guide really knows his music and this is evident in this informative tour about Glasgow, the groups and the venues. The tour is at an easy pace and also stops at street art etc for photo opportunities. Next time we will do the afternoon tour but would happily do the morning tour again

georgina_om

We were very impressed by our tour guide Phil He was funny knowledgeable and attentive. This is a must do tour for music lovers We learnt a lot Thank you

611viviennew

This was a fascinating experience. I could have listened to Phil’s stories about music in Glasgow for several more hours and learned a huge amount during the tour. Both Phil and the other tour participants were really friendly and kind. I couldn’t recommend this strongly enough, whether you already live in Glasgow or are visiting. Absolutely superb.
Collected by Evendo, Tripadvisor & Viator
2024-05-07 16:46
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