Shore Excursion from Greenock: Glasgow, Kelpies, Falkirk Wheel

5.0 (14 reviews) 7 hours Free cancellation Private tour

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About this activity

Visit the Kelpies, the largest equine statues in the world, as well as the Falkirk Wheel, the only boat lift in the world.

Also explore the main attractions of the city of Glasgow in this Shore Excursion from Greenock. Visit the 12th century Glasgow Cathedral, the famous Glasgow Necropolis, the oldest house in Glasgow, the largest terracotta fountain in the world, the famous Glasgow Murals, the second largest Neo-Gothic building in the UK, the famous Kelvingrove Art Gallery, and the award-winning Transport Museum.

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At a glance

Duration: 7 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–8
Guide: Punjabi, Portuguese, English, French, Urdu, Spanish
Operated by: E2G Travel

What is included

Included

Included: Guide (multiple languages available)
Included: Bottled water
Included: Snacks
Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle
Included: Parking Fees

Not included

Not included: Gratuities
Not included: Lunch
Not included: Falkirk Wheel boat ride (optional - £17.50 per person)

Itinerary

The Kelpies & The Helix

15 min

First, we will take you to see the Kelpies: the largest equine statues in the world.
Falkirk Wheel

15 min

We will then visit the Falkirk Wheel - the world’s first and only rotating boat lift. This iconic Scottish landmark and feat of engineering stands 115ft tall and transfers boats between the two canals.
Glasgow Cathedral

30 min

We will then head on to Glasgow, and our first stop will be at the Glasgow Cathedral. Built in the 1100s, Glasgow Cathedral survived the Protestant Reformation almost intact, and is now the most complete medieval cathedral on the Scottish mainland.
The Friends of Glasgow Necropolis

30 min

Adjacent to Glasgow Cathedral, you can then explore the Necropolis if you wish. Established in 1831 and built in the Classical Revival architectural fashion, and modeled on Père-Lachaise in Paris, the Necropolis has around 3,500 tombs. Entry included.
Provand's Lordship

15 min

Here, you also have the option of visiting Provand's Lordship. Bult in 1471, this is the oldest house in Glasgow.
St. Mungo Museum of Religious Life and Art

30 min

Next to Provand's Lordship, if you wish, you can visit the St Mungo Museum of Religious Life and Art. Entry included.
Doulton Fountain

15 min

Leaving the Cathedral Precint, we will then take you to see the Doulton Fountain, built for the 1888 International Exhibition in Glasgow. This is the largest terracotta fountain in the world.
University of Glasgow

15 min

We will then head to the West End, via some of the incredible Glasgow Murals. Once in the West End, we will take you to see Glasgow University's main building: the Gilbert Scott building. This is the second largest Neo-Gothic building in the UK after Westminster Palace.
Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum

30 min

We will then take you to the Kelvingrove Art Gallery, built in 1901 in the Spanish Baroque style. Here you can see a series of collections, as well as a restored Spirtfire plane from WW2.
The Riverside Museum of Transport and Travel

30 min

Finally, time permitting, we will finish our tour by taking you to the award-winning Transport Museum before we take you back to your cruise ship or other holiday accommodation.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

The Sandyford Hotel
Smiths Hotel
citizenM Glasgow
Sandman Signature Glasgow Hotel
The Wellington Glasgow by Adina
Holiday Inn Express Glasgow City Riverside by IHG
Glasgow Argyle Hotel, Bw Signature Collection
AC Hotel Glasgow
The Pipers' Tryst Hotel
Sandyford Lodge
Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow
Dalmeny Park House Hotel

and 164 more pickup points

We will pick you up from your cruise ship port terminal. We can also pick up from a hotel or other holiday accommodation, such as Airbnb, Vrbo, etc.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Specialized infant seats are available
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Travel time is included on the total tour duration. At the end of the tour we will return you to the original pickup location.
UK sedan/SUV sized cars are smaller than our American counterparts, please be aware of this when booking for 4 adults in a 4 passenger sized vehicle.
Contact us if you're on a wheelchair or have mobility requirements, so that we can accommodate you.