Each year thousands more visitors come to Glasgow, one of the top Scottish destinations and the 1990 Cultural Capital of Europe. Glasgow is Scotland’s largest city and it has a thriving entertainment scene with pubs, clubs and community centres. Glasgow’s cultural scene is world-renowned with a wealth of world class venues.Lots of our visitors like to make the most of being in Scotland with a day trip to Edinburgh which is 45 minutes away and it takes less than 30 minutes to reach the world-renowned beauty of Loch Lomond.
The City of Glasgow owns one of the richest collections in Europe, displayed in 13 museums across the city. From Sir Roger the elephant to Rembrandt's A Man in Armour, and 1950s trams to medieval tapestries, we've got something for everyone
The city also boasts the best shopping streets outside of London with famous places names such as Argyle Street, Buchanan Street and Sauchiehall Street. Boasting three large malls, Buchanan Galleries, St Enoch Centre and Princess Square make Glasgow the fashion capital of Scotland.
Gay Life in Glasgow
Oot in Glasgow' at The Stand Comedy Club.
Second Wed of each month. 8.30pm - 10.30pm. Monthly gay comedy club.
333 Woodlands Road
Waterloo Bar
Glasgow's oldest gay pub and a regular meeting place for everyone you've ever been on a date with or looked at in a slightly suggestive manner. It's a bit off the beaten track, but as a traditional boozer with no airs and graces, it's perfect for a quiet pint.
Address : 306 Argyle Street.
Tel:+44( 0) 141-229 5891.
Delmonica's
Address : 68 Virginia Street.
Tel: +44(0) 141-552 4803.
The most famous gay bar of Glasgow.
The Arches
Very gay friendly nightclub ! One of the best clubs in the UK, and the first in Glasgow !
Address : 253 Argyle Street, Glasgow G2
Tel:+44(0) 0870 240 7528
Mercury Lounge
Gay venue with a nice atmosphere.
Address :142 Bath Lane G2 4RH
Tel. +44(0) 141-2481777
Museums :
Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum
Address : Argyle St, Glasgow, G3 8AG
Phone : +44( 0) 141 276 9599
One of the finest civic collections in Europe is housed within this Glasgow landmark.
http://www.glasgowmuseums.com/venue/visiting_us.cfm?venueid=4
Gallery of Modern Art
Address : Royal Exchange Square Glasgow,G1 3AH
Phone: 0141 229 1996
GoMA is the second most visited contemporary art gallery outside London, offering a thought-provoking programme of temporary exhibitions and workshops.
http://www.glasgowmuseums.com/venue/index.cfm?venueid=3
St Mungo Museum of Religious Life and Art
This unique museum explores the importance of religion in people's lives across the world and across time. The building, which stands on the site of the medieval Bishop's Castle, was opened in April 1993.
The aim of the museum is to promote understanding and respect between people of different faiths and none. Address :2 Castle StreetGlasgow,G4 0RH - Phone: +44(0) 141 553 2557
http://www.glasgowmuseums.com/venue/index.cfm?venueid=13