Glasgow is Scotlands largest city. Rejuvenated as a cultural centre, was awarded 'European City of Culture' in 1990. The architecture of Glasgow is stunning and locally influenced much by Charles Rennie MacKintosh. The City School of Art is internationally reputed. We offer a wide variety of accommodation all over Glasgow, from the centre to the Outskirts. There is much to see and do in Glasgow, and with Edinburgh only an hour away it makes a good base to explore many areas of Scotland. Scotlands most popular tourist attraction the Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum is located here.
Glasgow Events Celtic connections celebration of Celtic and Folk Music across the City Mid to Late January 2008 and the Scottish FA Cup Final during May 2008. March 1st is Whuppity Scourie in Lanark.
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Glasgow International Airport (0870) 040 0008 Glasgow Prestwick Airport (0871) 223 0700 Buchanan Street Bus Station (0141) 333 3708
Glasgow is the largest city in Scotland with a population of well over one million people, and is renowned for its lively, cosmopolitan atmosphere. It boasts a fantastic range of top quality attractions and many interesting places to visit. Many attractions offer free admission and are open all year round. Glasgow is known as a city of style with a strong culture and friendly people, and is an ideal place for observing, reading and learning about the history of Glasgow and Scotland. There are many entertainment venues to enjoy such as theatres, concerts, and opera, as well as live music in many of the city centre pubs and clubs. There is also an excellent range of shops in the city centre. Outstanding architecture can be seen throughout the city, including traditional Georgian and Victorian tenements and mansions reflecting Scotland’s rich history.
In Glasgow art and culture are extremely important, and there are many galleries and museums to see and enjoy. These contain both modern art and historic pieces, including the most famous Burrell collection at Pollok Park, and the work of world renowned Charles Rennie Mackintosh. His unique style as an architect, designer and artist is celebrated throughout the city and Scotland. The Modern Art Gallery and the Buchanan Galleries are also excellent places to visit. The oldest public museum in Scotland is the Hunterian museum, which was recently refurbished and has gained prestigious awards for its wealth of collections.
Glasgow’s Botanic Gardens are definitely worth visiting, displaying a huge collection of exotic plants from all over the world. The Gardens cover over twenty eight acres of land, with twelve conservatories, a variety of horticultural and botanical plants, many tree lined paths and a walk by the river of Kelvin. The Gardens also occupy one of the largest glasshouses in Britain, named Kibble Palace. The glasshouse occupies over 2126 square metres and was built in 1873. It contains plants from Australia, New Zealand, the United States, the Far East, India and South Africa. The Botanic Gardens are just five minutes from the West End of Glasgow and admission is free. Several bus services go from the city centre to the Gardens, or it is a forty minute walk. Pushchairs and wheelchairs are available at reception, and there is a coffee shop and Exhibition Centre.
There is a lovely medieval Cathedral in Glasgow, just a short walk from the city centre. The Cathedral is one of the oldest buildings in Glasgow, and is over 105 feet high. The cathedral has medieval stained glass windows and the original tower, creating a unique atmosphere. The cathedral stone work dates back to 1135, during the times of King David, with additions to the building being made over a three hundred year period. The Cathedral is close to many other important buildings, such as St. Mungo’s Museum and Provand’s Lordship of Glasgow. There are tours available and entry is free. In 1451 Glasgow Cathedral had the same standing as the St. Paul’s Cathedral in Rome, as was declared by the Pope.
Glasgow, with all of its attractions, amenities, historical sites, and top shopping, is one of the most exciting cities in Europe. Whatever your preference there is always something to do in Glasgow, with fun to be had to suite all ages, budgets and tastes. The city is well known throughout Scotland and the UK as a true city of culture, with a proud heritage and beautiful surroundings. There are many budget accommodation options in the city centre of Glasgow and in the suburbs, including Guest Houses, Bed and Breakfasts, budget Hotels and Self Catering properties. There is something for everyone in Glasgow and it is a delightful city in which to spend your holiday.
Accommodation: Guest House 209 Bath Street Glasgow Scotland
Adelaides Guest House provides lovely accommodation in part of an old church building which is still used for worship. It is set in a quiet residential area, and is tastefully decorated to make you feel comfortable and relaxed during your stay. Our guest house is located right in the heart of Glasgow city centre, which is perfect for getting to many excellent restaurants, pubs, clubs, cafés, shops, galleries and museums. Our staff will be very happy to recommend places to eat and will give you extra information to enjoy your holiday. There is a small meeting room for up fifteen people, and also an auditorium which can seat up to 450. We serve a full buffet breakfast service. Our prices are on a room only basis and breakfast is extra.
Accommodation: Guest House 1 Dougalston Gardens South Glasgow Scotland
We are located in the attractive town of Milngavie, near Glasgow. We have six rooms: family, double. triple which are all centrally heated. Fair Trade tea, coffee/biscuits and chocolate in the rooms. Also we have hairdryer, tv and radio alarm facilities. Laundry service available. There is ample private parking.
We offer lovely traditional bed and breakfast accommodation, which we established in 1999 with the aim of providing an excellent standard of service. We will equip you with all the information you’ll need to plan your stay in this area. We are set on a fully working farm deep in the Clyde Valley, yet just thirty minutes from the centre of Glasgow and fifty minutes from Edinburgh. If you wish to tour central Scotland, you can ask for no better base. We provide a lovely full Scottish traditional breakfast and also have a Continental breakfast option. Breakfast is served in our charming dining room with a panoramic view of the Lanark area. We have plenty car parking.
Accommodation: Bed & Breakfast Struparsaig, Howwood Paisley, Glasgow Scotland
We have a modern detached house in a lovely suburb of Glasgow. We have decorated our house and refurbished it to an excellent standard, to give you a comfortable and relaxing stay and a warm Scottish welcome. We provide a full Scottish breakfast served with a varied menu in our lovely, spacious dining room. You can enjoy the views across the garden as you are having your breakfast. We also have private car parking.
Accommodation: Bed & Breakfast 4 Calside Avenue, Paisley, Glasgow Scotland
We have a large detached Victorian town house with many fine features, which has been refurbished to a high standard to give you a comfortable and enjoyable stay. Muirholm Bed and Breakfast is situated near the Royal Alexandria Hospital and is close to Paisley University. It is a really beautiful villa, set in a peaceful location with private parking, and is within walking distance of the town centre of Paisley. We provide a full Scottish or Continental breakfast in our spacious dining room. We have ample car parking for our guests. All our bedrooms are en-suite and attractively styled to provide a mix of elegant tradition and the latest comforts.
Accommodation: Guest House George Square Glasgow Scotland
This hotel is located in the city centre of Glasgow, centrally located for shopping, historic museums, art galleries and the busy night life of near by Glasgow Centre. It is a striking Victorian building offering the visitor good quality service and modern amenities.
Accommodation: Guest House Lesmahagow Road, Strathaven, Glasgow Scotland
The Sheiling is a cosy bungalow with its bedrooms upstairs. It is a 5 minute drive from the M74 and 5 minutes walk from local shops and restaurants. It situated on the edge of rural Strathaven. There is private parking within the garden. Breakfast times are upon arrangement.
Accommodation: Budget Hotel 129 Bath Street GLASGOW Scotland
The Abode Glasgow enjoys a wonderfully central location in the heart of the fantastic city of Glasgow. It is convenient for business travellers, as it is located adjacent to the business district, and is just a few minutes' walk from the main shopping area. The hotel design is a unique combination of traditional architecture and contemporary styling.
Accommodation: Bed & Breakfast 8 Ayr Road, Prestwick, Glasgow Scotland
Just a short walk from Prestwick town centre, the Afton-Lea B&B is perfectly situated for accessing sandy beaches, shops, restaurants, cafés and all Ayrshire’s amazing landmarks. We have five guest bedrooms, including a family room, a double, two twin rooms and a single. All of our rooms have colour TV, hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities. We can also provide internet access on request.
Accommodation: Guest House 46 Gray Street Glasgow Scotland
We have a lovely Victorian town house with lots of original character, which has been refurbished to an excellent standard. We offer a family-run guest house with an emphasis on excellent, friendly customer service. You can be sure of a memorable experience staying in our lovely period Victorian architecture, which is quite evident as soon as you enter our hallway. Whilst we are central, our location is quiet, and situated next to Kelvingrove Park, in Glasgow's famous West End. We are very close to the Maclellan Gallery, Rennie Mackintosh’s School of Art, the Modern Art Gallery, George Square, theatres, Glasgow University, the Hunterian Museum, Kelvin Hall, the Museum of Transport, Botanic Garden and many other interesting places. Also there are lots of good restaurants, pubs, bars and shops close by.
Accommodation: Budget Hotel 405 - 407 North Woodside Road Glasgow Scotland
This elegant 3 star hotel was renovated in April 2004. Our location is the perfect base both for business and pleasure, totally centrally located with a wide range of shopping, bars and clubs, and yet just a short distance from the centre of Glasgow.
Accommodation: Budget Hotel 320 Argyle Street Glasgow Scotland
The Alexander Thomson is a central hotel close to all the main attractions in the bustling and vibrant city of Glasgow. It is within easy reach of a good range of amenities and offers comfortable accommodation at affordable rates. The hotel has been newly refurbished and is an excellent base for both business and leisure visits.
