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About Glasgow .. Something for everyone
Family Breaks
As
befits a city of Glasgow's international standing, there is a host
of activities to enjoy and places to visit for all the family. Whether
your desire is for artistic or historic culture, entertainment,
sport, shopping, socializing or relaxation, Glasgow caters for every
need and taste.
Glasgow boats many art galleries including work by Van Gogh and
Rembrandt, among others, and offers some magnificent architecture
from intricate Victorian buildings to ground-breaking modern design.
Of course, visitors to Glasgow can marvel at the work of the city's
greatest architect, the world renowned Charles Rennie Mackintosh,
perhaps at Scotland Street School or the Glasgow School of Art.
The city is also home to a range of museums, displaying everything
from ancient Scottish battle-gear to artwork, dinosaur bones and
old vehicles. From cathedrals to science centres, Glasgow is paradise
for the culture lovers.
For those looking for something different, Glasgow features a number
of large parks and gardens designed for a 'breather' from the commotion
of city life. Beautiful and tranquil, each one is lovingly maintained
to ensure the perfect environment for relaxing. Football runs through
the veins of many Glaswegians, whether supporting their local side
or the country's famous "Old Firm" of Celtic and Rangers.
Both teams' stadiums and Hampden Park, the National Stadium, are
short trips from the city centre. For those wishing to find other
ways of spending their money, Glasgow is a renowned as the UK retail
capital outside of London. Literally thousands of stores, malls,
designer outlets and boutiques are crammed into the shopping districts
of the city centre and west end.
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Art Galleries &
Museums
Those who are art fans will love Glasgow, and even those who
aren't quite so keen will no doubt find themselves intrigued
with the stunning sites and galleries on offer, you'll be spoiled
for choice.
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Charles Rennie
Mackintosh
A world-renowned artist, designer and architect. Celebrated
around the world as one of the most significant talents, developing
his unique Art Noveau style from the 1890s-1920s; his surviving
work can still be enjoyed throughout Glasgow.
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Commercial Art Galleries
With numerous galleries and exhibitions around the city, Glasgow
offers a range of art form sculptures and woodcarving to abstract
and contemporary paintings. |
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Glasgow Shopping
Second to London, Glasgow is the second biggest retail city
in the whole of the UK. If you require some serious retail therapy
Glasgow has it all.
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Public Parks &
Gardens
Glasgow is lucky in the fact that there are many parks and gardens
within the city of Glasgow. These parks provide a tranquil setting
among the hustle and bustle of city centre life.
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More Tourist Attractions
There is such a vast selection of tourist attractions in Glasgow
that there is sure to be something for the whole family to enjoy.
With popular venues in the city centre and on the outskirts
for you to take pleasure in.
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Sports & Recreational
Glasgow offers a host of gymnasiums, both private, either as
part of a wider complex or standalone, or as part of local authority
owned establishments such as swimming pools and sports centres.
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