Get to know the city like a true Scotsman when you stay at one of our
Glasgow hotels near the city center, theatre district, or airport. Glasgow is Scotland’s largest city, and one of the largest in the U.K. Its
bustling metropolitan center is located on the River Clyde and is an
important seaport. From an early Christian site of the 6th century to a wealthy and
influential bishopric, Glaswegians saw their city grow in prestige and
power through its international trade of commodities like linen. Sparked by
the Scottish Enlightenment and the Industrial Revolution, Glasgow’s
fortunes exploded on the world scene, with active trade in almost every
sector and a vibrant shipbuilding economy. Today, the city combines
up-to-the-moment culture with stately architecture and a true sense of fun. The modern shape of the Clyde Arc Bridge is unmistakable in Glasgow’s
skyline, while the City Chambers building dominates its own section of the
city with Victorian stateliness. Medieval Glasgow Cathedral and Merchant
City provide excellent destinations for sightseeing and entertainment. The
Merchant City rewards pedestrians with countless pubs and restaurants, and
its central location near the riverside and Glasgow Green means that you
can continue to enjoy Glasgow’s unique sites after your break. It’s easy to get to know Glasgow’s range of museums and cultural
opportunities - nearly all of them are free! The Riverside Museum makes the
most of its picturesque location on the river to showcase a collection
relating to transportation, while the Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum
exhibits everything from artist