Oban & Loch Lomond 1 Day Tour
Fridays at 09:45
Glasgow Free Tour
Our Glasgow Walking Tour covers the most relevant landmarks in town. Join our professional guides to discover the city's most iconic places, its culture, architecture and hidden gems!
Description
Glasgow's origins must be traced back to Kentigern's time, a medieval monk who came to Christianise these lands and remains to this day a symbol of the city, as you will discover in the free tour.
Nicknamed the “Second City of the Empire” because of its economic and industrial might, only surpassed by London's, Glasgow still bears testimony of its golden industrial days in every street and corner.
The best Glasgow Free Tour starts in George Square, in the middle of the Square. Yo'll find us under a blue and white umbrella.
The Glasgow Free Tour looks forward to offering travellers the opportunity to get to know the best of Glasgow in their own language. Our guides are professionals in their field, and will make of your visit to the city a truly unforgettable experience. Their salary is merely tips-based, which guarantees the quality of their work throughout the entire visit.
Higlights
- Glasgow Cathedral
- Victorian and industrial buildings
- Street Art Mural
- Mercat Cross
- Duke of Wellington
- The medieval Glasgow
Details
FAQS
What's a free tour?
Free Tours are a new and increasingly more popular way of discovering cities around the world. Instead of pre-booking a walking tour whose quality you ignore beforehand, as it was customary, now you have the opportunity to tip the guide according to how much you enjoyed the tour.
But, what if it rains? Is the tour cancelled?
No. Unless weather conditions are extreme, our guided visits always run, rain or shine.
Do you offer free tours during bank and public holidays?
Yes, the Glasgow free tour runs all year round.
Is there a maximum number of people I can book for?
We allow bookings of up to 15 people. For larger groups, do contact us to book a private tour.
Is the Glasgow Free Tour in English?
Yes, Blubale offers all tours in English and Spanish.
Does the Glasgow Free Walking Tour include the entry to attractions, monuments or public transport?
Our free walking tour does not comprise any visit to ticketed tourist attractions. Use of public transport will not be necessary.
How long are the Glasgow Free Tours?
The average tour lasts approximately 2 hours. This notwithstanding, schedules may vary due to the size of groups or each guide's personal itinerary, among other factors.
Where does it depart from? What time does it start at?
The Glasgow Free Tour departs from George Square, G2 1DU, at 10:30am.
Where does the Glasgow Free Tour end?
Our tours' ending points may vary due to each guide's personal itinerary. Do not worry. They all finish in the city centre. Also, once the tour is over our guides will be more than happy to devote a few minutes to answer your questions, offer a few local tips and help you locate yourselves in the city.
Is it compulsory to book in avance to join the Glasgow Free Tour?
Yes, we require your booking and contact details for track and trace purposes due to covid.
