History of Glasgow Walking Tour With A Comedian

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About this activity

Glasgow’s industrial, trading, and innovative past comes with comic timing on this walking tour led by a stand-up comedian. Starting at the traffic cone atop the Duke of Wellington statue, you’ll hear stories of the city’s trade, science, religion, and darker history while visiting George Square, Merchant City, and Glasgow Cathedral. The route includes Glasgow’s oldest building, Provand’s Lordship, and Scotland’s oldest cathedral, with a shared group capped at 20 guests.

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At a glance

Duration: 2 hours – 2 h 15 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 20 people
People per booking: 1–8
Guide: English
Operated by: Good Egg Comedy

Ages: Infants (0–4 years) · Children (5–17 years) · Adults (18–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Funny and historic anecdotes
Included: Recommendations for your stay
Included: 20 maximum guests, lower than most competitors for a more personal experience!
Included: Genuine Scottish born guide
Included: English language only
Included: In Person Guide from a Professional Public Speaker

Not included

Not included: Entrance fees to attractions
Not included: Food and drinks
Not included: Transportation to/from the starting point

Itinerary

George Square

10 min Admission not included

Topics/stories:

Statues, city history in general and industrial action!
Merchant City

10 min Admission not included

Topics/stories:

Trade, tobacco, slavery!
University of Strathclyde

10 min Admission not included

Topics/stories:

Science, innovation and Frankenstein!
Provand's Lordship

10 min Admission not included

Topics/stories:

Glasgow's oldest building and the legend of St Mungo!
Glasgow Cathedral

20 min Admission not included

Topics/stories:

The church, religion and the hospital!
The Friends of Glasgow Necropolis

10 min Admission not included

Topics/stories:

Quick stop to showcase some of the monuments!
St. Mungo at High Street

10 min Admission not included

Topics/stories:

Law enforcement!
Glasgow Cross

20 min Admission not included

Topics/stories:

City beginnings, hangings and the arts!

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Look out for the Good Egg flag or lanyard. If you cannot find us, don't stress, we will call you to direct you to the start point.

Please do not enter the shop, they will be as confused as you are.