Private tour in Glasgow Brian R

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Base cost of tour
  • $ 554 USD

Glasgow's Wonderful West End: Half-Day Walking Tour

Tour #1244023
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Pricing Details
Base cost of tour

Includes all fees

Book with a 20% deposit

up to 4 people

4 hours

walking

Party size:

1

Overview of your Glasgow tour:

Take a walking tour through Glasgow's Wonderful West End! Visit the world famous Kelvingrove Art Gallery with works by Van Gogh, Rembrandt and Salvador Dali, including his masterpiece "Christ of St John of the Cross". Enjoy the famous "Windows in the West" painting by Avril Paton which is Scotland's most famous modern painting of life in a tenement. Walk through the magnificent Kelvingrove Park on the banks of the River Kelvin where you will see bandstands and historic statues. Wander up to Glasgow University to enjoy stunning views of Glasgow. The architecture of the Gilbert Scott Main Building, Cloisters and Tower is breathtaking. Enjoy the atmosphere of Byres Road and Ashton Lane learning about the history and why it is now Glasgow's go to Pub and Restaurant area. Also see the real Windows in the West tenement. Walk through the beautiful Botanic Gardens enjoying the Glasshouse of Kibble Palace and crossing the famous ha'penny bridge to finish at Ashton Lane where you will be treated to a pint.

Your Glasgow tour itinerary

10 am Meet at Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum. We will see classic art and various other attractions including Spitfires, hanging heads and beasties from the past. This also includes a brilliant history lesson on Glasgow. It is an awesome venue! 11. 15am Walk through Kelvingrove Park taking in beautiful walks and statues, bridges and bandstands. 11. 30am Wonder at the views of Glasgow from the elevated Gothic University. Enjoy the stunning architecture of the main tower and cloisters of this 1870 masterpiece 11. 45am Take in the hustle and bustle of Byres Road and walk past the famous Curler's Rest Pub. Stop for a coffee and scone 12. 15pm Visit Saltoun Street and see the tenement of the real Windows in the West 12. 30pm Walk through the Botanic gardens including a riverside walk over the Humpback and Ha'penny bridges. Visit the glasshouse of Kibble Palace and also a ghostly railway station 1. 30pm Let your guide treat you to a pint in Ashton Lane 2 pm Enjoy the West End at your own leisure

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Transportation Details
Type: Walking

This is a walking tour so comfortable shoes are required. There a few stairs to climb but nothing too strenuous so you do not need to be an Olympic athlete. If you are travelling from the City Centre please take the subway to Kelvinhall station where it is a short walk to the starting point at Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum

What's included
  • Other: Entry to all museums ,gardens and attractions is included in the price. I will also buy you a pint at one of the pubs in Ashton Lane at the end of the tour!
  • Private Guide
  • Tickets: museum
What's extra
  • Other: Personal expenses. The only expense will be for a coffee stop on Byres Road when you have some free time for a quick rest. I would expect the maximum spend to be £10 per head.
  • Food Drinks Snacks
Meeting location

Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom

Airport: ,Cruise: ,ByGuide: Outside the entrance to Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum.

  • You can request a different meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout process.
Other details
Tour categories

City Highlights

History

Languages
Basic

Spanish

Basic

French

Fluent

English

Activity level
Minimal
Accessibility

Kid Friendly

wheelchair Accessible

5

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    Includes all fees

    Book with a 20% deposit

    Size:

    up to 4 people

    Duration:

    4 hours

    Transportation:

    walking

    Party size:

    1

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    $ 554 USD

    Includes all fees

    Book with a 20% deposit

    Size:

    up to 4 people

    Duration:

    4 hours

    Transportation:

    walking

    Party size:

    1

    Select tour date
    Select tour start time

    View our cancellation policy

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