Glasgow Small Group E Bike Tour: Highlights & Hidden Corners Discount Tickets

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Overview

With Stuart's Bicycle Tours you will take a journey through Glasgow's historic and folkloric past to its vibrant and modern present. A city of stunning architecture, rich varied culture and a birthplace of Scottish ideas. 

 By using bikes we can start in the city centre and ride to the farther reaches of Scotlands largest city. Utilising its network of bike lanes and quiet roads we can travel through gorgeous green spaces, stunning vistas, architectural wonders and, indeed, time itself. Starting in the heart of the city we will travel a 12 mile/20km loop visiting a myriad of interesting locations. We will visit well known highlights of the city as well as lesser known points of incredible interest and gain a deeper understanding of what makes Glasgow the wonderful and eclectic place it is today. We will discuss ancient folklore, local heroes, triumphs, tragedies, art, sport, invention and science. Getting to know each other as well as the city and country that surrounds us.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Howard Street, Scotland, G1 4AW, United Kingdom

We will meet at the Southern end of St Enoch Square between the Subway station entrance/exit and the River Clyde. I am always early and will be there wearing a helmet, a Stuarts Bicycle Tours T shirt and with your bicycles.

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. River Clyde
We will start our ride along the banks of the River Clyde heading west and pass by its many bridges and historic landmarks
Duration: 15 mins
2. Glasgow Green
Glasgows largest, oldest and most utilised park. A green oasis in the East End!
Duration: 10 mins
3. People's Palace and Winter Gardens
Glasgow's dear green place. Complete with peoples palace and many monuments.
Duration: 15 mins
4. The Friends of Glasgow Necropolis
The "City of the Dead", resting place of over 50 000 Glasgow citizens.
Duration: 10 mins
5. Glasgow Cathedral
We will now be visiting the oldest part of the city of Glasgow. Where the city was born in the 6th century. We will see the Cathedral, The Royal Infirmary, The Oldest House in Glasgow and the stunning Necropolis (City of the Dead)
Duration: 15 mins
6. We use our beautiful canal path, above the city to ride from East End to West End.
Duration: 15 mins
7. Firhill Stadium
We will also pass by the home of Patrick Thistle Football Club, in a city that is rightly considered the home of Scottish Football.
Duration: 10 mins
8. River Kelvin
We will take the leafy and peaceful Kelvin River Path to make our way north. An oasis of calm below the bustling city above.
9. Kelvingrove Park
We ride through one of Glasgow's best loved parks and pay a visit to the glorious red stone Kelvingrove Museum and Art Gallery. An iconic building of Glasgow.
Duration: 20 mins
10. University of Glasgow
The second oldest university in Scotland, we will visit and enter one of, if not the, most beautiful and spectacular university buildings on earth. We will discuss the Scottish education and its impact on the world.
Duration: 15 mins
11. Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum
The best loved museum and gallery in the city.
Duration: 10 mins
12. SEC Armadillo
One of Glasgows most iconic modern buildings.
Duration: 10 mins
13. Finnieston Crane
We pay tribute to the industries that created not only Glasgow but the entire British Empire, both good and bad. We also see The Armadillo and iconic Glasgow theatre.
Duration: 10 mins
14. Probably Scotland most universally loved figure, featured in many gable end art works. This one is the best!
Duration: 10 mins

Inclusion

Use of a helmet (mandatory)

Bicycle use

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Must be able to ride a bicycle

Supplied by Stuart's Bicycle Tours

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