Glasgow Cathedral & Necropolis

Glasgow City Centre Walking Tour with Local Guide (opens in a new tab)

1,595 1 h 30 min

Discover the real Glasgow with the city’s original walking tour company and passionate local guides. Perfect for first-time visitors, this 1.5 hour walking tour is the ideal way to get your bearings, see key sights, and understand the stories that shaped Scotland’s largest city. From medieval beginnings to Victorian grandeur, industrial growth, modern culture and local humour, your guide will bring Glasgow’s past and present to life. Explore landmarks including George Square, Glasgow Cathedral and the Necropolis, while uncovering hidden details and local stories. Along the way, you’ll learn how Glasgow developed, what makes the city distinctive, and why we are known for warmth, wit and character. Every tour is slightly different, with each guide bringing their own stories, favourite details and connection to the city. Whether you’ve just arrived or only have a short time to explore, this tour gives you an introduction to Glasgow through the eyes of someone who knows and loves it.

Glasgow Street Art & Murals Walking Tour with a Local Guide (opens in a new tab)

768 1 h 30 min – 1 h 40 min

Immerse yourself in a different side to Glasgow on our iconic street art tour, a popular tour for those looking to go off the beaten track. Forget grand buildings and traditional sightseeing for an hour and a half. This is Glasgow through its walls, a colourful, creative and constantly changing side of the city that’s easy to miss if you don’t know where to look. Follow a local, expert guide through hidden lanes and unexpected corners of the city centre, discovering huge murals, underground graffiti and the stories behind the artists who have transformed Glasgow’s streets. From world-renowned artists like Smug to local legends like Rogue One, you’ll discover how Glasgow has become one of Europe’s most exciting urban art destinations, and why our street art is constantly changing.

Private Glasgow Necropolis Tour: The City of the Dead (opens in a new tab)

7 2 h

Step through the gates of Glasgow’s extraordinary City of the Dead and discover the stories of the people who helped shape the city we know today. This walking tour is a journey through Glasgow’s past, told through the lives, fortunes, scandals and secrets of the people buried here. Wander among grand monuments, forgotten graves and spectacular views across Glasgow. Hear about the merchants who built fortunes, the characters who made their mark on the city, and the lives that reveal what Glasgow was really like in centuries past. From the imposing Necropolis gates and Bridge of Sighs to the catacombs, magnificent tombs and John Knox Monument, there’s something fascinating around every corner. Your very own private tour guide will bring the Necropolis to life with stories, local knowledge and plenty of personality. And because this is a private tour, you can ask questions, take your time and follow the stories that capture your imagination.

Free cancellation

Glasgow Must-See Attractions Private Walking Tour with A Guide (opens in a new tab)

56 3 h

Your adventure begins in George Square, the pulsating center of the city, where the renowned slogan 'People Make Glasgow' comes to life with meaning. Delve into the past as you marvel at the architectural splendor of Glasgow Cathedral and Necropolis, tracing the origins of this vibrant metropolis. Wander through the enchanting Merchant City, adorned with captivating murals, and unravel the tales of the Tolbooth Steeple, a historic landmark steeped in significance. Immerse yourself in Scottish traditions at St Andrews In The Square before unwinding amidst the serene ambiance of the People's Palace and Winter Gardens. Follow the meandering path along the River Clyde, delving into Glasgow's illustrious shipbuilding heritage, before admiring the Victorian grandeur of Buchanan Street.

Free cancellation

Private Tour: Half-Day City Highlights Glasgow Walking Tour (opens in a new tab)

27 3 h

If you want to do more than simply tick off the sights, spend half a day discovering Glasgow with a local who knows the city inside out. From the medieval heart of Glasgow to our industrial past, colourful street art, leafy parks and vibrant riverside, this private experience takes you beyond the usual city-centre highlights and reveals the many sides of the city that make Glasgow so distinctive. You will be immersed in the sights and sounds of the city as you travel back centuries to discover Glasgow’s dark and unique history: from cathedrals to street art, cities of the dead to Dr Who, there is something for everyone on this half-day private tour. You’ll hear the stories behind the places you pass, discover hidden corners you might otherwise miss, and get a feel for how Glasgow has changed from a medieval town into the energetic, creative city it is today. And because it’s private, the experience is yours.

Free cancellation