City Sightseeing Glasgow Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour
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Duration
1 day
Cancellation
Free cancellation 24hrs
Ticket type
Mobile ticket
Confirmation
Instant
What's included
What's included
Not included
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Duration
1 day
Cancellation
Free cancellation 24hrs
Ticket type
Mobile ticket
Confirmation
Instant
What's included
Not included
This hop-on hop-off bus tour around Glasgow provides you with a convenient and flexible way to explore famous landmarks and attractions, including George Square, Glasgow Cathedral, University of Glasgow, and Kelvingrove Park. The tour covers multiple stops, allowing you to explore Scotland's largest city at your own pace. With audio guides available in multiple languages, you can learn about its rich history and culture as you travel.
Stop 1 — George Square
The civic heart of Glasgow, surrounded by statues and Victorian architecture; the main boarding point for most visitors.
Stop 2 — Cathedral Square
Home to Glasgow Cathedral, one of the finest surviving medieval churches in Scotland, and the St Mungo Museum nearby.
Stop 3 — Tennent's Brewery
A landmark of Glasgow's brewing heritage on the edge of the East End.
Stop 4 — High Street for Merchant City
The historic commercial quarter, now a hub of independent restaurants, galleries, and Georgian streetscapes.
Stop 5 — The Barras Market
Glasgow's legendary weekend market, famous for its eclectic stalls and East End character.
Stop 6 — Glasgow Green
The city's oldest public park, stretching along the north bank of the Clyde with the People's Palace at its centre.
Stop 7 — McLennan Arc
An ornamental archway that marks the western entrance to Glasgow Green.
Stop 8 — St Andrews Cathedral
A Roman Catholic cathedral on Clyde Street, close to the river.
Stop 9 — Central Station
Glasgow's busiest railway terminus, a Victorian engineering landmark in its own right.
Stop 10 — Argyle Street Hotels
A convenient stop for guests staying in the hotels clustered around the city's main shopping street.
Stop 11 — Clyde Arc
The striking cable-stayed bridge over the River Clyde, known locally as the 'Squinty Bridge'.
Stop 12 — Science Centre
Glasgow Science Centre sits on the south bank of the Clyde, with an IMAX theatre and hands-on exhibits.
Stop 13 — Govan Stones
Govan Old Parish Church houses one of Scotland's most important collections of early medieval carved stones.
Stop 14 — Fairfield
The former Fairfield Shipyard, a reminder of the Clyde's shipbuilding legacy.
Stop 15 — Village Hotel
A stop serving the hotel and leisure complex on the western edge of the route.
Stop 16 — Hilton Garden Inn
Another convenient boarding point for visitors staying in the west of the city.
Stop 17 — Scottish Events Campus
The SEC — Glasgow's major conference and concert venue complex on the Clyde.
Stop 18 — The Clydeside Distillery
A working single malt whisky distillery in a restored Victorian pumphouse on the riverbank.
Stop 19 — Riverside Museum
Zaha Hadid's award-winning transport museum on the Clyde, with the tall ship Glenlee moored alongside.
Stop 20 — Byres Road
The West End's main social artery, lined with independent cafés, bookshops, and bars.
Stop 21 — Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum
One of Scotland's most visited free attractions, housing a world-class art collection in a red sandstone palace.
Stop 22 — Hidden Lane
A creative enclave of studios and independent businesses tucked off Argyle Street in Finnieston.
Stop 23 — Blythswood Square
An elegant Georgian square in the city centre, home to a five-star hotel and spa.
Stop 24 — Nelson Mandela Place
A city-centre square named in honour of Nelson Mandela, close to Buchanan Street and the main shopping district.
Hop on and off at any stop along the route.
George Square, Glasgow G2 1BA, United Kingdom
You can board at any of the 24 stops on the Red Route — there is no obligation to start at George Square. Simply show your mobile ticket to the driver when boarding for the first time. Subsequent boardings require no further validation.
What to bring
You can join the tour at any of the 24 stops on the Red Route — George Square is the main hub, but there is no requirement to start there. Board at whichever stop is most convenient for you.
No. A mobile ticket displayed on your phone is accepted. There is no need to print anything.
A one-day ticket gives you unlimited hop-on hop-off travel from the start of service until the last bus of the same calendar day. A two-day ticket extends this across two consecutive days.
Departure times and frequency can vary by season and day of the week. Check the City Sightseeing Glasgow website for current timetables and operating hours before you travel.
Yes. Children under five travel free of charge, though they are not entitled to a dedicated seat. All children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Family ticket options are available for one or two days.
Please refer to the cancellation policy shown at checkout for the specific terms that apply to your ticket. Date-only tickets and slot-based tickets may have different conditions.
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