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Things to do in Glasgow, Scotland: The Best Sights & Landmarks
As Scotland’s largest city, Glasgow is famed for its culture, shopping and people. Spend your day exploring a wide range of fascinating free museums and galleries, enjoying the UK’s best shopping outside of London, and taking advantage of tips from friendly local people on the city’s hidden gems — then choose from 130+ weekly musical events for a special night out. Glasgow is also the perfect base for exploring more of Scotland, with great connections to the Highlands and the islands.
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1. Garnethill Synagogue
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5.0 based on 8 reviews
2. Baird Hall
3. The Mackintosh House
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4.5 based on 1,027 reviews
The beautiful home of Charles Mackintosh, the turn-of-the-century Scottish architect and artist who brought international fame to the city of Glasgow. The Mackintosh House remain closed for now. We will provide an update on our reopening plans as soon as possible.
Reviewed By MadalynH7 - Huddersfield, United Kingdom
Located within the Hunterian Art Gallery this is a wonderful reconstruction of the MacIntosh's terrace house, with much original furniture. Very attractive and very well done.
4. The Tenement House
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4.5 based on 697 reviews
** Currently closed due to Covid 19 crisis ** The Tenement House is a National Trust for Scotland property in Glasgow's City Centre. With 1892 original features it provides a rare glimpse into life in Glasgow in the early 20th century. The house, lived in by Miss Agnes Toward for over half a century is a unique opportunity to experience collections in their unchanged environment. See what it meant to be an 'independent woman' in the first half of the 20th century; experience how ordinary folk lived, and appreciate how many of the household amenities we now take for granted were considered luxuries less than a century ago. Authentic gas lighting has been installed to recreate the atmosphere of the house, which didn't have electric lighting until 1960. An exhibition on the ground floor makes the most of Miss Toward's extensive personal archive, providing a valuable time capsule for visitors today. Toilet facilities and a gift shop are available on the exhibition floor.
Reviewed By Medievalhistorylover
Looked after by the NTS, the House gives an insight into tenement dwellings in the early 1900's. Photos (without flash) can be taken; the guides are very friendly and knowledgeable. If walking to the property, the easiest (and quickest) route is from Sauchiehall Street and following the brown tourist attraction signs.
5. University of Glasgow
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4.5 based on 1,995 reviews
Take a fascinating tour of the University of Glasgow campus, and explore the University's stunning architecture (with over 100 listed buildings) and discover incredible stories from its 550 years of history. Guided campus tours are led by trained student guides and last for approximately one hour - you can find out more by visiting: boxoffice.src.gla.ac.uk/product/university-glasgow-tours. Other must-see attractions to visit on campus include: • The Hunterian Museum • The Hunterian Art Gallery (including The Charles Rennie Mackintosh House) • The Visitor Centre Shop for University merchandise and Scottish gifts (10% off with your tour ticket) • A selection of cafés and restaurants for coffee or a bite to eat
Reviewed By flaneur40 - New York City, United States
You will see the spires of the University as you approach the Kelvingrove and might confuse the University for the Kelvingrove. The University has two great free museums (Hunterian and Hunterian Art Gallery) as well as the MacKintosh House dedicated to the iconic Glaswegian architect. It is also surrounded by terrific affordable places to eat, as most college neighborhoods are.
6. Sauchiehall Street
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3.5 based on 354 reviews
Busy street lined with restaurants, cafes and shops.
Reviewed By fusionplayroom - Scotland, United Kingdom
I did all of my Christmas shopping in Sauchiehall Street in 2017. I also took a detour along Hill Street (runs parallel, one street north) and enjoyed the best view towards Kelvingrove and West End from Garnet Hill. Night clubs are cheap and lively. A great place to wait for a bus into the city or further to the south side of Glasgow.
