Going to Glasgow, what cant i miss???

HappyCamper · Sep 26, 2010

IÂ´m going to Glasgow in a few weeks, what spots would it be a shame to miss?? IÂ´m talking both shopping and sightseeing.

Thank you!

Ich_Dien · Sep 26, 2010

Glasgow isn't exactly renowned for its Sartorial prowess. Be careful.

mclean · Sep 26, 2010

Glasgow, home of the tracksuited, buckfast swilling ned. It tries to be a bohemian, cultured place and I must admit some of it's architecture is stunning, but the city is blighted by it's religious bigotry and it's quasi socialist working class attitude. There are a few nice stores, bars and restaurants, even Apple opened a store there, but the best thing about Glasgow? the trains to Edinburgh.

radicaldog · Sep 26, 2010

Chai Ovna tea house and adjoining Voltaire & Rousseau bookshop, in the West End. Lots of interesting vintage stuff at the Barrows Market if you can be bothered to wade through piles of sartorial garbage.

Jacob_G · Sep 26, 2010

Originally Posted by mclean

the trains to Edinburgh.

+ 1

Cary Grant · Sep 26, 2010

If you're into art, then certainly visit the Kelvingrove and also the GSA (School of Art) designed by Rennie Mackintosh.

tom0472 · Sep 26, 2010

Originally Posted by radicaldog

Chai Ovna tea house and adjoining Voltaire & Rousseau bookshop, in the West End. Lots of interesting vintage stuff at the Barrows Market if you can be bothered to wade through piles of sartorial garbage.

I agree with this.

audiophilia · Sep 26, 2010

Steer clear of here

Some nice architecture and Kelvin Park is nice, but the comments about getting to Edinburgh (one of the nicest cities in Europe) are sound.

George · Sep 26, 2010

Originally Posted by Cary Grant

If you're into art, then certainly visit the Kelvingrove and also the GSA (School of Art) designed by Rennie Mackintosh.
The Willow tea rooms too.

Holdfast · Sep 26, 2010

Originally Posted by mclean

Glasgow, home of the tracksuited, buckfast swilling ned. It tries to be a bohemian, cultured place and I must admit some of it's architecture is stunning, but the city is blighted by it's religious bigotry and it's quasi socialist working class attitude. There are a few nice stores, bars and restaurants, even Apple opened a store there, but the best thing about Glasgow? the trains to Edinburgh.

"quasi-socialist"? Do we really need the modifier there?

Cary Grant · Sep 26, 2010

Originally Posted by George

The Willow tea rooms too.

We were pretty underwhelmed by the Willow.

George · Sep 26, 2010

Originally Posted by Cary Grant

We were pretty underwhelmed by the Willow.
Shame.

negusnegas · Sep 26, 2010

Yea, Glasgow is definitely not where the culture is. Take that trip to Edinburgh for that sort of thing. Glasgow made me really hate global brands a lot more. Everything from the Gap to Starbucks all over the damn place. Sad times really. If you are into football/soccer it might be worth trying to check out a Rangers game though.

HappyCamper · Sep 27, 2010

There is a big chance we will be goin to Edingbourg. Wath is the best part thera??

Any other substansial shoping tips??

I have visisted Glasgow once before so im aware of the state of the city. Thats why i was hoping for some help. Going there for a gig with my band and were doing some recording.

romafan · Sep 27, 2010

Originally Posted by negusnegas

Yea, Glasgow is definitely not where the culture is. Take that trip to Edinburgh for that sort of thing. Glasgow made me really hate global brands a lot more. Everything from the Gap to Starbucks all over the damn place. Sad times really. If you are into football/soccer it might be worth trying to check out a Rangers game though.

Celtic's the team!

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