Things to do
Glasgow Green
Glasgow Green is the city's oldest park and one of the largest with its 55 hectares. Situated in the eastern part of Glasgow and on the north bank of the River Clyde. It was established in the 15th century and remained a popular green space among locals and tourists throughout the centuries. There are various landmarks located in the park such as the Nelson's Monument, the St. Andrew's Suspension Bridge, the People's Palace, the Templeton Factory, the McLennan Arch, the Flesher’s Haugh, and the Tidal Weir. In 2011 the park was awarded the Green Flag as an appreciation of its standard of...
The Glasgow Necropolis
The Glasgow Necropolis is a vast burial ground behind Glasgow Cathedral that pays tribute to Glasgow's wealthier nineteenth-century inhabitants. Take in the views of Glasgow atop the Necropolis and delve into the curious backgrounds and intriguing characters of Glasgow's history. Tours are offered by the Friends of Glasgow Necropolis, advance booking essential.
Glasgow Science Centre
Situated on the site of the 1988 Garden Festival, Glasgow's £75 million Science Centre features hundreds of interactive exhibits. Opened to the public in June 2001, Glasgow Science Centre is part of the ongoing redevelopment of Pacific Quay in Glasgow.
It is a purpose-built science centre composed of three principal buildings: Science Mall, Glasgow Tower and an IMAX cinema. It also includes the Scottish Power Planetarium, Science Show Theatre and Climate Change Theatre. The Cineworld IMAX is Scotland's largest IMAX cinema, showing both educational and 3D Hollywood films.
The Glasgow...
Goal Zone
Goal Zone was set up in 2006 as an indoor football venue. In 2011 we launched our new venture ‘goal zone out of school care’. Catering for all children with a massive range of activities and tons of space for physical play both inside and out. We have wonderful, reliable, hard working staff who are all disclosed and first aid trained.
The Gordon Highlanders' Museum
The North East of Scotland. For two hundred years this spectacular landscape gave us the men who made one of the finest regiments the British Army has ever seen – The Gordon Highlanders.
Forming the ranks were farmers and fishermen, ghillies and labourers, aristocrats and university students. Ordinary men with an extraordinary sense of duty; all with a story to tell.
These stories are brought to life at The Gordon Highlanders Museum by exploring our Nationally Significant Collection. Guided by our knowledgeable staff and volunteers retrace the remarkable history of these famous fighting...
Gravity Active Glasgow
Feel the rush of oxygen as you experience the force of Gravity! There is no better feeling, whatever your move or style, you can jump, bounce, hop and dance through the air on our extreme trampolines. At Open Jump we have a variety of activities available and you can use our open trampoline area, dodgeball court, air bags and slam dunk zones.
The Great Tapestry of Scotland
The Great Tapestry of Scotland is where Scotland's story begins. Situated in Galashiels, in the heartland of the Scottish Borders, the five star visitor centre was purpose built to house one of the world's largest community arts projects - The Great Tapestry of Scotland.
Hand-stitched by a team of 1,000 stitchers from across Scotland, The Tapestry charts 420 million years of Scotland's history, heritage, innovations and culture through 160 compelling panels. It was the brainchild of globally-renowned author Alexander McCall Smith and designed by artist Andrew Crummy based on a narrative...
The Hanoi Bike Shop
Bringing the spirit of Vietnam to Glasgow’s West End, The Hanoi Bike Shop serves traditional food with a creative twist to truly warm your soul and tantalise your tastebuds. From bowls of pho to traditional homemade tofu, immerse yourself and experience this colourful haven hidden from the day-to-day hustle and bustle.