Glasgow

City Factsheet

Location: Central Scotland

Population size: 611,500

The best way to get around: By foot

New this year: The Radisson Hotel, Zinc Bar at Princes Square, Whistler exhibition.

Attractions:Gallery of Modern Art, Glasgow Science Centre, House for an Art Lover, Glasgow Cathedral, Merchant City.

Restaurants: Visitors can choose from a wide selection of restaurants and cafes. Some excellent examples include:

Amaryllis (Michelin-starred) Stravaigin (international cuisine)
One Devonshire Gardens 28 Gibson Street

Brian Maule at Chardon d’Or (contemporary British) Gamba (seafood)
176 West Regent Street 225A West George

Bars: Visitors can choose from a wide selection of pubs and bars, why not check out the following:
Arta Babbity Bowster
13-19 Walls Street 16-18 Blackfriars Street

Bargo, Metropolitan
80 Albion Street Merchant Square

Shops: In addition to the housing the second largest retail centre in the UK and plenty of quirky boutiques, bargain lovers will enjoy the weekend flea markets of the ‘Barras’.

Architecture: Voted UK City of Architecture and Design in 1999, visitors to Glasgow will find Victorian red and honey sandstone, Italianate steeples, medieval spires, new-gothic towers, Art Nouveau and contemporary buildings made from titanium, glass and steel.

Parks: Called the ‘Dear Green Place’ Glasgow has plenty of secluded spots for relaxing – Glasgow green, the city’s oldest park has been a popular retreat for over 300 years.