Luxury Log Cabins in Glasgow with Private Hot Tubs

Home to the “Style Mile” and the largest retail centre in the UK outside London, Glasgow offers excellent shopping with malls like St Enoch's Centre and the Buchanan Galleries which are located right in the city centre or the huge Braehead Shopping Centre just 20 minutes away.

You will find designer retailers at Princes Square off Buchanan Street including; names like Kurt Geiger, Vivienne Westwood and Ted Baker. The chic Argyll Arcade, also off Buchanan Street, dates to the Regency era and has a plethora of jeweller’s shops,

Argyle Street, Buchanan Street with its beautiful architecture busking pipers and Sauchiehall Street are the main shopping areas but there are numerous small, quirky boutiques and vintage clothing shops to be found in the side streets immediately south of Trongate.

There is no better way to understand Glasgow than to view it from the River Clyde, with its proud heritage of Shipbuilding, the river has played a central part of the city’s history.

From Easter to October Clyde Cruises offers a 2 hour 45 minute voyage on the Clyde Clipper, where you will enjoy the spectacular rural and urban scenery, learn about the importance of shipbuilding to the city even sample some home baking and a cuppa in the coffee shop.

Check out the website for departure times

Prices

• Adult - £18.00
• Child - £9.00
• Family Ticket - £48

Famous for many culinary delicacies; Tunnocks Teacakes, square sausage, deep fried mars bars, Scotch pies and not forgetting the remarkable haggis so it may be a surprise to learn that Glasgow is the Vegan restaurant capital of the UK and there are a fantastic range of fine dining eateries in the city.

A veritable melting pot of cuisines from around the world one of the best places to dine for lovers of seafood is Rogano; Located right in the city centre, enjoy a dozen oysters, lobster, afternoon tea or a glass of bubbly in the luxurious art deco surroundings of this popular Oyster Bar, where a main course starts from £19.50.

Another eatery made by special by its interiors is the stunning Willow Tea Rooms this hidden gem can be found among the shoppers on Sauchiehall Street. Serving breakfasts, light meals and snacks at reasonable prices, the stunning interiors were designed by Charles Rennie Mackintosh.

Vegans and vegetarians will love “The 78” in Glasgow’s West End, just off Argyle Street. With an extensive range of beers and tasty meat free mains like nachos, burgers and curries for less than a tenner.

Fancy a night out in Glasgow; with a smorgasbord of cocktail bars, traditional pubs, chic wine bars and music venues you won’t be short of choice; try the Variety Bar on Sauchiehall street which has a cool vibe, or if you’re feeling brave, venture into the characterful Horseshoe Bar just around the corner from Central Station for talk about football and well-priced whiskies.

he magnificent People’s palace is located on Glasgow Green; step back in time and discover the story of this fascinating city from 1750 to the present day with photographs, paintings and interactive displays, learn about the role of shipbuilding and the city’s rich manufacturing history as well as how Glaswegians lived in days gone by.

The adjacent Winter Gardens is the ideal place to spend a rainy afternoon walking amongst the exotic palms and tropical plants you could almost imagine yourself in the med you can also enjoy lunch or a coffee at the lovely café.

• Free Entry

Opening times

• Mondays - Closed
• Tuesdays - 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
• Wednesdays - 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
• Thursdays - 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
• Fridays - 11:00 am to 5:00 pm
• Saturdays - 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
• Sundays - 11:00 am to 5:00 pm

By far Glasgow's most popular attraction, in fact one of the top 3 in Scotland, Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum is a striking building constructed of distinctive red sandstone.

There is some truly amazing art and exhibitions here; with 22 themed galleries and over 8000 objects.

The most famous painting on display is the ‘Christ of St John of the Cross’, painted by Salvador Dali, Sir Roger the stuffed Asian elephant is another big attraction and there is even a Spitfire hanging from the ceiling in the west court.

Kelvingrove welcomes families, and many of its displays have been designed with children in mind. Besides all the exhibits, paintings and floating heads hanging from the ceiling the museum also has a restaurant, gift shop and café.

• Free Entry

Opening times

• Mondays - 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
• Tuesdays - 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
• Wednesdays - 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
• Thursdays - 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
• Fridays - 11:00 am to 5:00 pm
• Saturdays - 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
• Sundays - 11:00 am to 5:00 pm

Art in the Park

To the south of Glasgow lies Pollok Park; covering 146 hectares and easily accessible from the city centre, just jump on the train to Pollokshaws West from Central Station and you’ll be there in under 10 minutes.

This beautiful green oasis is home to an attractive walled garden, Clydesdale horses, a woodland garden, highland cattle, a play park for kids and some lovely picnic areas, along with 2 of the city’s major attractions: Pollok House and the Burrell Collection.

Pollok House is an impressive 18th century building which boasts several important artworks that include paintings by Goya and El Greco, as well as famous Scottish artists.

Meanwhile, the Burrell another must see for visitors is just ten minutes' walk away. This fascinating museum and gallery houses a magnificent collection of artefacts which were gifted to the city by shipping magnate Sir William Burrell.

There is something for everyone here from Egyptian stone sculptures dating back over 5,000 years, French Impressionist paintings, Chinese pottery and medieval armour and weapons.