Private Tour: Half-Day City Highlights Glasgow Walking Tour Discount Tickets

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Overview

If you want to do more than simply tick off the sights, spend half a day discovering Glasgow with a local who knows the city inside out. From the medieval heart of Glasgow to our industrial past, colourful street art, leafy parks and vibrant riverside, this private experience takes you beyond the usual city-centre highlights and reveals the many sides of the city that make Glasgow so distinctive. You will be immersed in the sights and sounds of the city as you travel back centuries to discover Glasgow’s dark and unique history: from cathedrals to street art, cities of the dead to Dr Who, there is something for everyone on this half-day private tour. You’ll hear the stories behind the places you pass, discover hidden corners you might otherwise miss, and get a feel for how Glasgow has changed from a medieval town into the energetic, creative city it is today. And because it’s private, the experience is yours.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

George Square, Scotland, G2 1DU, United Kingdom

Meet outside the front door of Glasgow City Chambers in George Square! If you need a different meeting point in the city centre, this is possible, please message/email us directly.

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. City Chambers
We begin our tour at Glasgow City Chambers - the central hub to Glasgow! (exterior visit only)
Duration: 15 mins
2. George Square
Continuing through George Square and discover the secret behind our famous slogan 'People Make Glasgow'
Duration: 15 mins
3. Glasgow Cathedral
Visit the beautiful Glasgow Cathedral, and if open, step inside to marvel at the magnificent architecture, and take a deeper look at Glasgow origins and how the city started (exterior visit only)
Duration: 15 mins
4. The Friends of Glasgow Necropolis
Explore the infamous Necropolis and discover some of the secrets of Glasgow's dead (exterior visit only)
Duration: 15 mins
5. Merchant City
Explore our iconic Merchant City and discover its history. Whilst here, take a look at some of the beautiful murals blooming over the city.
Duration: 15 mins
6. Tolbooth Steeple
The original hub of the city centre, and discover the history of the Tolbooth Steeple (exterior visit only)
Duration: 15 mins
7. St Andrews In The Square - Glasgow
Explore St Andrews Square, Glasgow's hub for Scottish culture (exterior visit only)
Duration: 15 mins
8. Glasgow Green
Explore the green spaces of the oldest park in Glasgow
Duration: 15 mins
9. People's Palace and Winter Gardens
Take a break in the People's Palace, discover Glasgow's social history and have a wee coffee (exterior visit only)
Duration: 15 mins
10. River Clyde
Take a stroll along the River Clyde and discover Glasgow's ship building history.
Duration: 15 mins
11. Buchanan Street
Join in the hustle and bustle on Buchanan Street, but be sure to look up as we take in the Victorian architecture
Duration: 15 mins
12. Gallery of Modern Art
Finishing at the Gallery of Modern Art, you will see the iconic Duke of Wellington! (exterior visit only)
Duration: 15 mins

Inclusion

Wonderful local guide

Hotel Pickup

Exclusion

Gratuities

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

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Supplied by Walking Tours in Glasgow

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