10 Hidden Gems Things to do in Glasgow That You Shouldn't Miss

October 7, 2021 Hana Mouser

As Scotland’s largest city, Glasgow is famed for its culture, shopping and people. Spend your day exploring a wide range of fascinating free museums and galleries, enjoying the UK’s best shopping outside of London, and taking advantage of tips from friendly local people on the city’s hidden gems — then choose from 130+ weekly musical events for a special night out. Glasgow is also the perfect base for exploring more of Scotland, with great connections to the Highlands and the islands.
Restaurants in Glasgow

1. Rabbie's

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Rabbie's

Award winning small group tours to the Highlands and Islands of Scotland. Discover the secrets of Loch Ness, Skye, Loch Lomond, Stirling, Oban, Glencoe, Isle of Arran, Culzean Castle, whisky distilleries and much more. Avoid disappointment - guaranteed departures from Glasgow - you book, you go. Don't get lost in the crowd - Guaranteed small groups - Maximum 16 passengers for an authentic travellers experience.

2. Student Tours Scotland

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Student Tours Scotland

Student Tours Scotland (by The Keltic Ginger) offers coach trips around Scotland and walking tours in Glasgow City centre. We are aimed at the student market but anyone can attend. Our coach trips run every Saturday and Sunday and leave from behind Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station on Cowcaddens Road. We also offer a range of walking tours around Glasgow.

3. Walking Tours In Glasgow

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Walking Tours In Glasgow

COVID-19 UPDATE: We are now running tours again. Please check our website for full information as it will have the most up to date information. Tours during covid-19: City Centre every day at 10:30am. Street Art every day at 2pm. Private tours available every day.

4. Discover Scotland Tours

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Discover Scotland Tours

Discover Scotland Tours are an award winning company that provide 1 day trips and 3 day tours taking you to some of the most beautiful, historic and inspiring places in Scotland. Loch Ness, the Isle of Skye, the Highlands, Glencoe, Loch Lomond National Park, Stirling Castle, Glenfinnan, Mallaig and Jacobite Steam Train, Oban, Whisky Distilleries and much more. Our guests enjoy guaranteed departures, our unique hotel pick up service and a modern fleet of small luxury Mercedes coaches. Scotland can leave you breathless. From the drama and beauty of our mountains and lochs, to the rich history of ancient castles and the exploits of our heroes and villains, there really is something for everyone. Our guides have the experience and training to make your journey as colourful as it is comfortable, but it’s their local knowledge and passion for Scotland that will make your journey truly unique and keep our guests coming back for more.

5. Tennent's Training Academy

161 Duke Street Wellpark Brewery, Glasgow G31 1JD Scotland +44 141 553 0010 [email protected] http://www.tennentstrainingacademy.co.uk/visitorcentre.php
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Tennent's Training Academy

Hidden behind the gates of the famous Wellpark Brewery in Glasgow’s East End sits Scotland's only purpose built cook school. Wide range of classes available from an afternoon cocktail-making class to a full professional chef qualification. Scottish cooking and whisky tastings available.

Reviewed By I8978NDsamanthar

Had a fantastic little night making pastries with my sister. Light dinner, few drinks and our baking to take home. Something fun and different. I’ve been to the cooking class and cocktail class before and really enjoyed them too x

6. Vino Valentino

6 Chancellor Street, Glasgow G11 5RQ Scotland +44 141 334 7762 [email protected] http://www.vinovalentino.co.uk
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Vino Valentino

7. Photo Walk Scotland

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Photo Walk Scotland

Photo Walk Scotland offers guided walking tours of Glasgow, the Scottish Borders, Edinburgh, Glencoe & The Highlands and the fantastic Kelpies & Falkirk Wheel. Our tours are perfect for photographers of all abilities and for those who want to discover a little of Scotland's awesome history. Our tours last around 3-4 hours and run 7-days a week. We have both day-time and night-time tours, allowing our clients the opportunity to see our wonderful cities an countryside at its very best. We can also arrange bespoke tours to meet your individual requirements Check our website for more information or contact us now!

8. The Wee Food Tour

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The Wee Food Tour

Please book direct on our website. The Wee Food Tour, Glasgow's original, award-winning food tour, welcomes guests from all over the world to join us for a multifaceted Scottish food experience. Covering the West End, East End and Merchant City of Glasgow this immersive food tour will visit six independent restaurants and shops, many who have been feeding Glaswegians for over 100 years. You will sample over 20 foods and snacks all made, produced and eaten here in Scotland with an emphasis on Glasgow's food scene. Come try haggis that is still made in-house daily at a local culinary institution. Let us show you where Anthony Bourdain introduced the world to Glasgow's comfort foods. Let us tell you why our food and history are still strongly linked with immigrants and the British Empire. Tours run Monday to Saturday all year round. We promise to leave you with a full stomach yet hungry for more of this incredible city. Looking forward to meeting you soon to Let Glasgow Nourish!

9. Escape Reality

Merchant Square, Basement Unit 1, Glasgow G1 1LE Scotland +44 141 237 4250 [email protected] http://www.escapereality.com/glasgow
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Escape Reality

Escape Reality is a fully immersive escape room experience where teams of 2-6 players must solve a series of challenging puzzles to escape in 60 minutes! Escape Reality can accommodate large groups of up to 30 people comfortably inside the rooms. Located in the heart of Glasgow, Escape Reality has an exclusive bar and social area making the experience perfect for any kind of event. Prices between £17-£23 per person, open 7 days a week!

Reviewed By johnfI4396QY - Glasgow, United Kingdom

Had a brilliant time with my 10 year old where Richard was a fantastic host and explained everything very well, which without doubt enhanced the experience. We will definitely be back and would highly recommend.

10. Once Upon A Whisky

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Once Upon A Whisky

Connecting people, cultures, and whiskies from a different perspective. Our dream is to ignite a desire and passion for all things whisky within each one of you. We aim to do this by providing whisky tastings and guided whisky tours throughout the beautiful cities of Glasgow and Edinburgh. ‘Once Upon a Whisky’ tours are based on education, culture, and responsible drinking and our aim is to make you as passionate about whisky as we are. Once Upon a Whisky puts a new spin on the traditional concept of whisky tours in Scotland. We don’t focus on the production process or how whisky is made. Here we show you how to enjoy whisky while learning curious facts and quirky stories about the Scottish national drink. From cocktails and food to music and films, whisky connects people through a variety of passions and cultures.

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