Choose a currency
Private tour in Glasgow Ben A
Glasgow's Museums and Galleries
-
7 hours
1
Tour date
-
7 hours
1
Ben A.
0.0
Guide rating
0
Reviews
Tours delivered
35 hrs
Avg. response time
Hello, I'm Ben. I was born and bred in Glasgow and have always been fascinated with the city’s history. It’s a city that is vastly underrated and I just love opening people’s eyes to its story and its beauty. I studied acting and worked as a professional actor for many years, learning the art of storytelling and performance, a vital attribute for tour guides, I strive to make my tours not only informative but engaging as well. After bringing the curtain down on my acting career I took up tour guiding, blending the skills I learned as an actor with my passion and interest in Scotland's history and culture. I've been guiding since 2017, driving mini buses for a Scottish tour company while studying with the Scottish Tourist Guide Association. In 2020 I graduated as Blue Badge Guide, and left the tour company behind and began working for myself. Graduating during the pandemic wasn’t ideal so I turned to online guiding during that period, building a creator account on TikTok, which currently has over 17,000 followers, telling the stories of Glasgow and its people; my true passion. Since then I have been guiding all over Scotland once again, but nothing excites me more than guiding in Glasgow. It is vibrant, full of history and cutlure, and it's my home. The best city in world! So, allow me to take you through this wonderful city, tell you its stories, and show you its secrets and see the things you might otherwise miss on your own. I’m sure by the end you’ll love Glasgow as much as I do and you'll take home the fondest memories and be desperate to come and see us again!
Have a question or want to customize this tour? Message Ben A.
Let me take you through some of Glasgow best museums
Overview of your Glasgow tour
Glasgow was European City of Culture in 1990. Since then, the city has prided itself on being Scotland's Cultural Capital. On this tour we will have a look around Glasgow's most popular museums. Starting with Glasgow Cathedral, we'll walk around in awe at this majestic 12th Century Cathedral, learning the origins of Glasgow in its oldest building. Crossing the street from the Cathedral, visit the Provand's Lordship, Glasgow's oldest house, dating from 1471, where we learn about Medieval Glasgow. Next up, head west to The Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum. What is not to see in this amazing museum? From dinosaurs, to Egyptian mummies, amazing art from Charles Rennie MacKintosh to Salvidor Dali, and plenty of Glasgow stories in between. Its easy to see why this museum was once voted Scotland's top attraction! We finish our day off at my personal favourite, The Riverside Museum, Glasgow's museum of transport. Cars, trams, buses and boats, with great displays and recreations of old Glasgow's streets.
Your Glasgow tour itinerary
the meeting point for this tour is Glasgow Cathedral. From there the itinerary is as follows -Glasgow Cathedral - The Provand's Lordship - Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum - The Riverside Museum As with all ToursByLocals tours, this tour is customizable. Glasgow has many other museums that can easily be substituted for any on the itinerary. All museums on the itinerary are free to visit, as with most of Glasgow's museums. If you would like to swap in one of the few museums in Glasgow with an entry fee, this will be an additional cost. Please contact me using the orange 'message guide' button to chat with me about this.
Want to customize this tour?
Tell your guide which places matter to you, skip what doesn't, and tailor the experience for your group's needs. Not finding what you want? Message your guide to build something unique.
Transport details
Type: Walking
This is a walking tour. The majority of the tour takes place inside museums, with short walks between each. Travel from the city centre museums to the west end museums will be by Glasgow's Subway. Please wear comfortable footwear, and dress for the unpredictable Glasgow weather.
What's included
What's not included
Meeting location
Castle Street, Scotland, Scotland, G4 0QZ, United Kingdom
The Cathedral is in the Cathedral Precinct, on Castle St. In the precinct, in front of the Cathedral, is a statue of David Livingstone. I will meet you here to begin the tour.
- You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
Other details
Tour categories
Tour reference number
Languages
EnglishActivity level
Accessibility
FAQs
Who is this private tour in Glasgow best suited for?
What should I bring or wear?
Can this private tour in Glasgow be customized to focus on what I want to see and skip places I've already visited?
How long is the tour, and can the start time or duration be adjusted?
Where does the tour start and end?
Is transportation included?
How much walking is involved, and is it suitable for kids, seniors, or travellers with mobility concerns?
What languages is this tour offered in?
What's included in this private tour, and what should I budget for separately?
Is this a private tour? What is the maximum group size and the starting price?
AI-generated. Please confirm details with your guide
-
7 hours
1
Tour date
-
7 hours
1
Tour date
More tours in Glasgow by Ben A.
Explore more of Glasgow
Book with a deposit
If your tour is valued over $200 USD and booked at least 45 days before the tour date, you can book with a 20% deposit!
How it works
- Your credit card will be authorized only for the deposit amount.
- Funds will not be withdrawn until your tour booking is fully processed.
- The remaining balance will automatically be charged to your credit card 30 days before your tour date.