glasgow

Hallo, glasgow

Glasgow is the 21st-century magnet of Great Britain, with an energetic yet sophisticated vibe. Formerly Britain's major centre of industrial prowess, it has transformed into a booming hub for art and culture in the past decades. The city prides itself on a never-ending stream of up-and-coming musicians and a thriving nightlife. Glasgow is also home to many excellent modern Scottish restaurants dedicated to preserving their Scottish heritage. Some of the best shopping in the country can be found here, too.

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Auchentoshan Distillery

Established in 1823, Auchentoshan Distillery proudly proclaims its ties to a city with such history as Glasgow, the establishment also being an essential part of the local heritage. Through various guided tours and tasting events, visitors can explore the history and the whisky-making process of this single malt distillery, while also indulging in unique cocktail creations and a remarkable gift selection.

The Wee Food Tour

Fancy a journey for your taste buds? Look no further than the Wee Food Tour, guided by locals who know their haggis from their "cullen skink" — that's a hearty Scottish soup made with haddock, onions and potatoes, by the way. This popular tour will whisk you away to hidden gems serving the best of Scottish fare, from the traditional to the downright indulgent — think deep-fried pizza! It's a cracking way to get a real flavour of the area, led by people who know it best.

Kelvingrove Art Gallery & Museum

Kelvingrove Museum in Glasgow is an ideal destination for those with limited time to explore the city, offering free admission to its imposing premises in a leafy Victorian park bearing the same name. With 22 galleries spanning diverse themes, the museum caters to a wide range of interests and is also particularly child-friendly. Visitors can immerse themselves in natural history, art, local history and explore a vast array of artifacts from around the globe, with highlights that include works by Salvador Dalí and Charles Rennie Mackintosh.

St Mungo Museum of Religious Life & Art

The museum tackles a rather complex task of exploring the global religious faiths and taking a closer look at what it is that makes them different from one another: their perceptions of life and death, as well as brief histories, are presented in an artistic way.