Welcome to Glasgow, Scotland’s friendliest city. Once you leave the airport, what should you do in Glasgow? Well where do we start? There are lots to do and see here, below are some of the more unique things to do in Glasgow.
Glasgow Climbing Centre
One of the more exciting things to do in Glasgow is trying your hand at climbing! Get vertical on a variety of surfaces from ground level to 12m (40ft) inverted lead climbs. If you're already a climber, you'll appreciate the relaxed atmosphere combined with constantly changing variety and challenge. If you've never climbed before, the Glasgow Climbing Centre is your gateway to a whole new world.
For more information visit: www.glasgowclimbingcentre.com
Glengoyne Distillery
The Distillery is about 30 minutes drive from Glasgow and guided tours start at £5.50. The tour takes about 45 minutes and shows you the distillation process. The price includes a tasting of the 10 year old single malt whisky. Like most other distilleries they give you a rebate if you buy from the gift shop.
Glengoyne also offers more in depth distillery visits, including the Master Blender tour where guests can create their very own blended whisky.
For more information visit http://www.glengoyne.com/
The Burrell Collection
A beautiful exhibit donated by the family of ship-owner, Sir William Burrell after his death. Having collected art for over 80 years of his life his collection is now shown to anyone interested in art from many parts of the world, like most of the museums it is free entry, making it one of many money saving options for things to do in Glasgow
For more information visit www.glasgowmuseums.com
Historic Dumbarton Castle
Another of the things to do in Glasgow is pay a visit to Dumbarton Castle. It lies between Glasgow and Loch Lomond. Dumbarton Castle guards the point where the River Leven joins the River Clyde. Its recorded history reaches back 1,500 years. At that time the place was known as Alt Clut, ‘Rock of the Clyde’. Later it became known by the Gaelic name Dun Breatann, ‘Fortress of the Britons’, from which the name Dumbarton is derived. The history surrounding Dumbarton Castle is amongst the oldest recorded in Europe. From a Dark Ages citadel, a medieval castle to a Garrison Fortress Dumbarton Castle has plenty to say to the interested visitor.
For more information visit http://www.historic-scotland.gov.uk/index.htm