Private Tour: Half-Day City Highlights Glasgow Walking Tour

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About this activity

If you want to do more than simply tick off the sights, spend half a day discovering Glasgow with a local who knows the city inside out.

From the medieval heart of Glasgow to our industrial past, colourful street art, leafy parks and vibrant riverside, this private experience takes you beyond the usual city-centre highlights and reveals the many sides of the city that make Glasgow so distinctive. You will be immersed in the sights and sounds of the city as you travel back centuries to discover Glasgow’s dark and unique history: from cathedrals to street art, cities of the dead to Dr Who, there is something for everyone on this half-day private tour.

You’ll hear the stories behind the places you pass, discover hidden corners you might otherwise miss, and get a feel for how Glasgow has changed from a medieval town into the energetic, creative city it is today. And because it’s private, the experience is yours.

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At a glance

Duration: 3 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English
Operated by: Walking Tours in Glasgow

Ages: Adults (12–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Wonderful local guide
Included: Hotel Pickup

Not included

Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

City Chambers

15 min Admission not included

We begin our tour at Glasgow City Chambers - the central hub to Glasgow! (exterior visit only)
George Square

15 min

Continuing through George Square and discover the secret behind our famous slogan 'People Make Glasgow'
Glasgow Cathedral

15 min Admission not included

Visit the beautiful Glasgow Cathedral, and if open, step inside to marvel at the magnificent architecture, and take a deeper look at Glasgow origins and how the city started (exterior visit only)
The Friends of Glasgow Necropolis

15 min Admission not included

Explore the infamous Necropolis and discover some of the secrets of Glasgow's dead (exterior visit only)
Merchant City

15 min

Explore our iconic Merchant City and discover its history. Whilst here, take a look at some of the beautiful murals blooming over the city.
Tolbooth Steeple

15 min Admission not included

The original hub of the city centre, and discover the history of the Tolbooth Steeple (exterior visit only)
St Andrews In The Square - Glasgow

15 min Admission not included

Explore St Andrews Square, Glasgow's hub for Scottish culture (exterior visit only)
Glasgow Green

15 min

Explore the green spaces of the oldest park in Glasgow
People's Palace and Winter Gardens

15 min Admission not included

Take a break in the People's Palace, discover Glasgow's social history and have a wee coffee (exterior visit only)
Stop 10

15 min

Take a stroll along the River Clyde and discover Glasgow's ship building history.
Buchanan Street

15 min

Join in the hustle and bustle on Buchanan Street, but be sure to look up as we take in the Victorian architecture
Gallery of Modern Art

15 min Admission not included

Finishing at the Gallery of Modern Art, you will see the iconic Duke of Wellington! (exterior visit only)

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

Meet outside the front door of Glasgow City Chambers in George Square!

If you need a different meeting point in the city centre, this is possible, please message/email us directly.