Merchant City Music Walking Tour of Glasgow

Glasgow, GB
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Highlights

  • 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

Meeting Point

Meet your guide outside The Clutha Bar on Stockwell Street.

Meeting point

159 Bridgegate, Glasgow G1 5HZ , United Kingdom

End point

What to expect

1

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.

Duration 10 minutes
2

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.

Duration 20 minutes
3

City Halls & 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.

Duration 10 minutes
4

Tron Theatre

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

Duration 5 minutes
5

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.

Duration 10 minutes
6

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.

Duration 15 minutes
7

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.

Duration 5 minutes
8

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.

Duration 10 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

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    Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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    Service animals allowed
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    Public transportation options are available nearby
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    Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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    Please contact us to discuss any mobility issues.
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    Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
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    Please be at departure point 10 minutes prior to scheduled departure time
Provided by Glasgow Music City Tours

What our experts say

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    Wear comfortable shoes for walking.
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    Check out nearby Mono Café after the tour.
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    Explore the street art near The Clutha Bar.
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    Visit the Barrowland Ballroom for events.
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    Bring a raincoat; Glasgow weather can change!

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