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~ TOP ATTRACTIONS IN GLASGOW ~
Thank you for choosing to stay at the Embassy Apartments, Glasgow. As one of the McQuade group of properties, we want your stay to be as enjoyable and hassle free as possible. We’ve put together a guide below on all things “Glasgow” to save you time and make sure your experience is so good, that you’ll want to come back repeatedly. Glasgow is a city that gives and receives in equal measure to its visitors and inhabitants. We hope that you will enjoy it as much as us.
and Tall Ship
If planes, trains, automobiles, and ships are something you or your family love, then you’ll have to pay a visit to The Riverside Museum and Tall Ship, located at the junction of Rivers Kelvin and Clyde. It really is such an interesting place to visit and is a part of the cities past, present, and future.
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We’ve noticed an increase in the number of guests who stay with us attending a gig, or concert at the Ovo Hydro. With so many incredible acts playing here, be sure to book your tickets and overnight stay with us well in advance. We are only 3 miles away or 12 minutes by taxi.
& Museum
Just a 20-minute walk away and you’ll arrive at Glasgow’s most visited visitor attraction The Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum. Entry is free and you can browse through 22 galleries of art sourced from around the world. Open daily, opening hours may vary.
Accessible for all, ‘GoMA’ is a city centre gallery in the stylish Merchant City area of Glasgow. Individuals and small groups are welcome to visit at any time, but due to its popularity, educational groups must call in advance. Stay for as little or as long as you wish.
Religious Life and Art
St. Mungo was responsible for bringing Christianity to Scotland, and the museum houses some important and stunning works of art that represents the importance of faith in our lives.
An iconic, beautiful building that draws many visitors each year, Glasgow Cathedral is worthy of a visit just to marvel at its sheer beauty. Due to its popularity early booking for guided tours is advised.
The Glasgow Botanic Gardens have been designed, nurtured, and cared for with locals and visitors to enjoy. Step into this oasis in the city and enjoy its relaxing nature trails, gardens, and events. Free entry.
2022 was the year that the Glasgow Science Centre celebrated its 21st ‘Birthday’ The staff work hard to ensure that visitors of all ages are educated and entertained as they wander through a vast array of exhibits and discovery areas. Don’t’ miss the Bodyworks and Imax cinema.
Mural Trail.
Glasgow’s street artists continue to create amazing street murals throughout the city centre. Forgotten buildings and unkempt streets have been given a new lease of life. This city tour is one like no other to experience and see Glasgow through a different lens.
If you’ve hesitated about visiting an art gallery during your visit to Glasgow, The Burrell Collection is one that we know will love. Recently reopened following a careful renovation, the revitalised space offers people of all ages the opportunity to experience art exhibits like never before.
THE RIVERSIDE MUSEUM AND TALL SHIP
If planes, trains, automobiles, and ships are something you or your family love, then you’ll have to pay a visit to The Riverside Museum and Tall Ship, located at the junction of Rivers Kelvin and Clyde. It really is such an interesting place to visit and is a part of the cities past, present, and future.
OVO HYDRO
We’ve noticed an increase in the number of guests who stay with us attending a gig, or concert at the Ovo Hydro. With so many incredible acts playing here, be sure to book your tickets and overnight stay with us well in advance. We are only 3 miles away or 12 minutes by taxi.
KELVINGROVE ART GALLERY & MUSEUM
Just a 20-minute walk away and you’ll arrive at Glasgow’s most visited visitor attraction The Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum. Entry is free and you can browse through 22 galleries of art sourced from around the world. Open daily, opening hours may vary.
GALLERY OF MODERN ART
Accessible for all, ‘GoMA’ is a city centre gallery in the stylish Merchant City area of Glasgow. Individuals and small groups are welcome to visit at any time, but due to its popularity, educational groups must call in advance. Stay for as little or as long as you wish.
GLASGOW CATHEDRAL
An iconic, beautiful building that draws many visitors each year, Glasgow Cathedral is worthy of a visit just to marvel at its sheer beauty. Due to its popularity early booking for guided tours is advised.
ST. MUNGO’S MUSEUM OF RELIGIOUS LIFE AND ART
St. Mungo was responsible for bringing Christianity to Scotland, and the museum houses some important and stunning works of art that represents the importance of faith in our lives.
GLASGOW SCIENCE CENTRE
2022 was the year that the Glasgow Science Centre celebrated its 21st ‘Birthday’ The staff work hard to ensure that visitors of all ages are educated and entertained as they wander through a vast array of exhibits and discovery areas. Don’t’ miss the Bodyworks and Imax cinema.
GLASGOW BOTANIC GARDENS
The Glasgow Botanic Gardens have been designed, nurtured, and cared for with locals and visitors to enjoy. Step into this oasis in the city and enjoy its relaxing nature trails, gardens, and events. Free entry.
CITY CENTRE MURAL TRAIL
Glasgow’s street artists continue to create amazing street murals throughout the city centre. Forgotten buildings and unkempt streets have been given a new lease of life. This city tour is one like no other to experience and see Glasgow through a different lens.
THE BURRELL COLLECTION
If you’ve hesitated about visiting an art gallery during your visit to Glasgow, The Burrell Collection is one that we know will love. Recently reopened following a careful renovation, the revitalised space offers people of all ages the opportunity to experience art exhibits like never before.
Things to see and do in Glasgow
Tours
Glasgow’s tours for tourists come in all shapes and sizes. Whether you like the convenience of the hop on hop off tours, or the joy of listening to locals on walking tours, you can catch a guided or self-guided tour on foot, bike, boat or bus.
Things to do
Visit Scotland and Glasgow and you can find a wide range of things to do for all ages 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Browse through our website or ask at reception for more information.
Shopping
Glasgow’s shopping streets and districts have an eclectic and interesting range of shops to discover as well as the nation’s favourite designer and high street shopping. Browsing around the streets is just as fun as bargain hunting.
Charles Rennie Mackintosh
Glasgow’s (and Scotland’s) most famous interior designer and architect. Learn more about him in Glasgow at several venues in the city and beyond.
Food and Drink in Glasgow
Explore Glasgow's rich food and drink culture and its delicious success stories, starting from right here in the West End.
Event Venues in Glasgow
We’ve lost count of the number of great venues in Glasgow that host hundreds of events every day of the year. For any genre of music, comedy or theatre you’ll find a place to suit your tastes.
WHAT'S ON
We’ve all the info on the hottest events, festivals, and gigs happening in Glasgow this year.
Outdoor Activities
Golf, Tennis, Basketball, boating,…. whatever activity you love to do, we are certain that you’ll find it a place to participate in Glasgow.
Top Attractions
Countless amazing attractions and must-see spots are just waiting for you to explore!