Location: Greenock
Top Things to do in Greenock
Top 10 Budget-friendly Things to do in Greenock, Scotland
Greenock (/ˈɡriːnək/ ( listen); Scottish Gaelic: Grianaig, pronounced [kɾʲiənɛkʲ]) is a town and administrative centre in the Inverclyde council area in Scotland and a former burgh within the historic county of Renfrewshire, located in the west central Lowlands of Scotland. It forms part of a contiguous urban area with Gourock to the west and Port Glasgow to the east.
Restaurants in Greenock
1. Waterfront Cinema
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 25 reviews
We are Greenock’s local cinema: an independent four screen cinema with a dedicated small team. Originally opened in 1996, our mission is to provide the best cinema experience to the local community. We show all of the major Hollywood films and cater for all ages and tastes. The introduction of a programme of Live Theatre Events in 2014 which offers exciting new content through the live streaming of shows from famous companies and locations directly into our cinema. Excellence in Customer Focus Winner of 2017- #BeesKnees2017 Outstanding Customer Service Winner of 2018 - #BeesKnees2018 Showing all the latest movies on your doorstep.
Reviewed By DaveCrosbings0206
My partner and I visited as a pre-christmas date night, having been aware for a few months due to the virus (much like many others). We were wary of how safe it would be, but I can honestly say I never felt at risk. Distancing was mandatory, staff wore masks and were behind screens mostly. Booking online was quick and painless. I had a lovely night out, thank you!
2. Greenock Cemetery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 65 reviews
Reviewed By csosseh
always take my mum to the cemetery to visit family graves. Also visit grave of highland mary, Rabbie burns' girlfriend who is buried there and the james watt memorial. huge grave yard.
3. Lyle Hill
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 308 reviews
Reviewed By michaelkO4378UK
Can't believe this was the first time I've been here in all the years of coming through Greenock or visiting Greenock. The view from this vantage point is Incredible. We had the best day weather wise but it would be amazing in any weather.
4. Greenock Cut Visitor Centre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 80 reviews
Part of Clyde Muirshiel Regional Park, Greenock Cut Visitor Centre, Loch Thom, not far from Inverkip in Inverclyde, provides wonderful walks, scenic views and picnic sites. There is good access to the Greenock Cut (a 5.5 mile aqueduct, and designated ancient monument) for a great reasonably level circular-walking route with panoramic views of the Clyde. A shorter family friendly walk is the (1 hour) picturesque Nature Trail in Shielhill Glen where the trail goes alongside and criss-crosses the Kip burn. Download the Trail guide to find all the hidden wood spirits. Plus there's the Kelly Cut (2.5 hour) walk which allows views over Wemyss Bay and the more southern Clyde. The Centre is open weekends in summer Apr - Oct and closed in winter although toilets are open daily. Call in and warm up with a coffee and pick up some light refreshments. There's an interactive exhibition on the Greenock Cut and environmental activities such as touch table, word searches, animals and colouring in.
Reviewed By C3929WJkarenj
The walk is circular and mostly flat, paths are fine for walking, spectacular views as you make your way round. Lots of places to sit and rest if needed. If you follow the path you cant really get lost but i would have liked to have seen markers marking the miles, we were first timers and unsure how long the walk was, it felt like we were never coming to the end, we walked this on a very hot day. Its a lovely walk with a cafe at the end. Plenty of parking too.
5. Watt Institution
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 90 reviews
The Watt Institution comprises the McLean Museum and Art Gallery, the Watt Hall, the Watt Library and Inverclyde Archives.
Reviewed By Bezzer6969 - Greenock, United Kingdom
Such a great place very very enjoyable and clean great history well explained loads of help beautiful building lovely helping staff . Credit to Inverclyde council.
6. Esplanade Cafe, Greenock, Scotland
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 39 reviews
Reviewed By Anniegeoo - Greenock, United Kingdom
Very good selection and very cheap it’s on the Greenock esplanade which makes it even better especially on a sunny day! They do soups sandwiches burgers hotdogs and a selection of chicken rolls baguettes and more the home made ice cream is very special and large choice beautiful and creamy highly recommend
7. Scottish Fire and Rescue Service Museum and Heritage Centre
8. The Esplanade
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 29 reviews
Reviewed By JimO1077
The esplanade is beautiful and a great place if you want a long walk mostly flat and great for a power walk and it is right on the river Clyde so some great views in summer and in winter if clear it is also very close to Greenock town centre that within walking distance I have walked myself many a time when I was a lot younger and it was great
9. Wellpark
10. Clyde Cruises
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 68 reviews
A fantastic opportunity to see Aberdeen Dolphins up close! Experience our dolphin education centre complete with audio visual presentation and information room followed by a 1 hour cruise out to see the dolphins! Alternatively, why not try our Harbour Cruise. This 45 minute cruise, is a great way to see Aberdeen from a different angle with fantastic close up views of the many oil industry vessels in port. This trip includes interesting commentary depicting the history and current operations of this busy working harbour.
