Glasgow – inspiration
Glasgow has an impressive architectural heritage, mainly thanks to Charles Rennie Mackintosh. As an architect, designer and artist, Glasgow’s most famous son has left a magnificent legacy of buildings, drawings, designs and motifs stamped upon his home city. Embark on a journey through the unique architectural staples of Glasgow, including the Kelvingrove Museum, The Mackintosh House, The Lighthouse, The Egyptian Halls and the Willow Tea Rooms.
Whisky is Scotland’s national drink. So grab the opportunity to learn more about whisky when you are visiting Glasgow. Glasgow has some great traditional bars and pubs where friendly local staff will help you navigate their huge selection of whisky. Located in the heart of the city the Clydeside Distillery is the first dedicated single malt distillery in Glasgow in over 100 years. Celebrating the city and country’s whisky heritage through a dedicated visitor center, you’ll learn all about the history of whisky and taste a selection of exquisite drams from across Scotland.
Discover a different side to Glasgow on a street art and modern culture tour. You’ll meander down alleys and under bridges to uncover some of the city’s most beautiful pieces of art that are taking over the walls by storm. From world-renowned heroes to local artists you’ll hear the stories and inspiration behind each piece whilst learning about how the art scene in Glasgow has developed dramatically over the last decade and beyond.
Feel the beat of Glasgow’s vibrant music scene with an entertaining, guided walk. This tour of the Music Mile will be led by enthusiastic music performers, fans and writers. From the Royal Concert Hall to King Tut’s via the Conservatoire, the Music Mile tour is a whistle-stop guide around Glasgow city centre – with music venues past and present – and a great way to see what makes Glasgow’s music scene tick.
These 4×4 Adventures are a tremendous way to discover Scotland’s magnificent landscapes, whilst enjoying the thrill and challenge of off-road driving. A kilted guides team will welcome you, they are true, real characters – brilliant off road driving instructors who give international guests a fantastic tour of the area and a genuine insight into life in Scotland. Most of the 4×4 Adventures are based at Loch Lomond, where the tracks are unrivalled – the terrain is challenging and the views are truly breath taking.
As the UK’s first UNESCO City of Music it is no surprise that Glasgow’s vibrant music scene is one of the liveliest in the UK. Glasgow has a reputation for having a great selection of gigs on every night of the week. Enjoy a music scene that stretches across a whole spectrum of genres and takes place in venues of varying sizes and styles!
The iconic Barrowland, famous amongst fans and musicians, emits an atmosphere like no other, whilst smaller venues such as King Tut’s Wah Wah Hut, Nice n’ Sleazy and The Glad Cafe ooze coolness and offer a great place just to hang out.
