3 hours
E-voucher
English
Overview
Get a local's perspective on the welcoming, gritty, and fun-loving city of Glasgow on this small-group walking tour. Your guide will regale you with stories about the city's rich history, distinctive architecture, and many colorful characters as you walk to such landmarks as George Square, Trongate, and the Gothic-style Glasgow Cathedral.
Operated by
Glasgow Gander Walking Tours
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Glasgow tour
rinnie0421, Apr 2025
This walking tour is a must for anyone wanting to learn about this wonderful city. Johnny was very knowledgeable and enthusiastic about sharing facts, stories, places to eat and drink and fun tidbits (the statues with the cones on their heads!) with us. He also took the time to learn more about each of us and was very engaging. Though it was cold and kind of rainy at the beginning of the tour, Johnny kept our interest and the time flew by.
Super Unique and Knowledgeable Tour of Glasgow
385laimaa, Apr 2025
Johnny was very knowledgeable and enthusiastic about Glasgow. He answered all of our questions and had a true passion for Glasgow. I loved all the unique places he took us to and felt we got a true taste of the city. Strongly recommend this walking tour.
The best thing you will do in Glasgow
MrNile, Apr 2025
Really excellent tour. Johnny was warm, witty and incredibly knowledgeable. The three hours flew by and were jam packed with stories, humour, insights and information. It was the perfect way to get a solid grounding in the city and tons of insider's tips on what to do and where to go.
Passionate About Glasgow
KC W, Apr 2025
Johnny provided a stimulating and humorous commentary. He took us to the main places and other authentic gems off the beaten track. He was committed to providing valuable comprehensive information (emailing this afterwards). A thoroughly enjoyable tour! Thank you
Itinerary
Gallery of Modern Art
Discover the hidden history of this landmark building and be introduced to Mother Glasgow, Scotland's powerhouse, by the self-styled Glasgow Gander.
Duke of Wellington Statue
See the original cone-wearing commander, and discover the amusing story of this tradition of modern Glasgow at the expense of the Duke of Wellington.
5 minutesGeorge Square
Be guided around the symbolic heart of Glasgow, watch for the unpredictable movement of a rooftop ship, and see one of northern Europe's finest civic buildings, Glasgow City Chambers.
10 minutesTrades Hall of Glasgow
Encounter a often-overlooked gem of Georgian Glasgow and hear about a club where pig-like gluttony was encouraged!
Saints of Ingram
In the shadow of one of the city centre's most striking buildings, hear the unflinching tale of Glasgow's growth as a commercial, then industrial city; its decline, renaissance, and the legacy, and ongoing impact, of Mother Glasgow on the world today.
On this ancient thoroughfare, near the 16th century Tron Kirk Steeple, hear the remarkable story of an incredible hidden entertainment venue, in all its glory and grottiness!
10 minutesTolbooth Steeple
Beneath the glorious 17th century Tolbooth Steeple (where the Trongate, the Saltmarket, London Road, the Gallowgate and High Street meet), encounter the eye-popping history of Old Glasgow at its epicentre -- Glasgow Cross.
10 minutesSt. Mungo at High Street
See Glasgow's most famous son hiding in plain sight: one of the best pieces of street art you'll ever see.
2 minutesProvand's Lordship
Across from the 15th century Provand's Lordship (the city's oldest house) take in four quite special buildings -- including a small blue one which is sometimes used for inter-dimensional travel!
Glasgow Cathedral
Glasgow's architectural pinnacle -- our medieval, Scottish Gothic cathedral, with the dramatic backdrop of Victorian Glasgow's 'city of the dead', the Necropolis, behind. (Depending on COVID restrictions on group size and mask-wearing inside the cathedral, the tour may finish outside the church.)
10 minutes
Experience
Highlights
Inclusions
- Carbonated beverages
Additional Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Guide Languages
English
Cancellation Policy
A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.