3-Hour Private Glasgow Essentials Tour

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Glasgow, Scotland

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3 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English

Overview

A shortened version of our most popular walking tour, perfect for those with a busy schedule who want to see the beauty of Glasgow. You'll see and learn about the city's most famous landmarks, hear stories about its history and development, and find out lots of interesting and fun facts.

What's Included

  • All taxes, fees and handling charge
  • Private walking tour
  • Hotel Meet & Greet (City Centre - within a walk to George Sq only)
  • Gratuities
  • Meet / Dropoff from locations outside of City Centre
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If you're staying within 15 mins walk of the centre of Glasgow (George Square), our guide can meet you at your hotel. We can organise an executive vehicle and a driver to meet and greet you in the port in Greenock morning, take you in comfort and style to Glasgow city where you will meet your personal tour guide. After some wonderful Glasgow sightseeing, we'll get you safely back aboard later that afternoon. It's a separate cost payable on the day. We make no profit from this service, but we are happy to arrange it for you. We can also organise an executive vehicle and a driver to meet and greet you at the Glasgow Airport and take you in comfort and style to Glasgow city where you will meet your personal tour guide. It's a separate cost payable on the day. We make no profit from this service, but we are happy to arrange it for you.

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George Square
Glasgow G1, UK

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George Square

The main city square where all the most important events take place.​
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Duke of Wellington Statue

One of the most bizarre monuments of Glasgow and a fascinating building of the Gallery of Modern Art which ha been a house to many different organisations.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Glasgow Cathedral

The core of the historical part of Glasgow and one of the most recognised symbols of the city.
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25 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Merchant City

The district where wealthy Tobacco lords of the 18-19th century had their sumptuous mansions.
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40 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

The Necropolis

Inspired by a Parisian garden cemetery of the 19th century the Necropolis has become a landmark and the irreplaceable feature of Glasgow townscape.
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25 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Multi-lingual guide available (English, Spanish, Russian, Czech and Slovak)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the 3-Hour Private Glasgow Essentials Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the adventure for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the adventure start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the adventure start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the adventure start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the adventure local time (BST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the adventure for a full refund.

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What's Included

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  • All taxes, fees and handling charge
  • Private walking tour
  • Hotel Meet & Greet (City Centre - within a walk to George Sq only)
  • Professional guide
  • Gratuities
  • Meet / Dropoff from locations outside of City Centre

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Multi-lingual guide available (English, Spanish, Russian, Czech and Slovak)
  • Walking Tour: wear comfortable shoes

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the adventure for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the adventure start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the adventure start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the adventure start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the adventure local time (BST).

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