Privately Guided Day Tour
Christmas Winterfest and Glasgow City Private Day Tour
Overview
Enjoy a festive tour and prepare to be mesmerised by Glasgow’s rich tapestry of history and awe-inspiring architecture throughout the city.
From the iconic Glasgow Cathedral, visit the High Street and take in the captivating architecture around the Merchant City, you'll see the imposing Finniestion Crane and the charming West End. Each stop reveals a new facet of this vibrant city.
Your tour will include a visit to Winterfest and Glasgow's Christmas Markets where you can peruse a variety of stalls to enjoy the festive spirit! aEnjoy the dazzling lights as we wrap up your tour with this seasonal highlight.
Itinerary
Hotel Pick-up
Your own personal guide will pick you up right outside your hotel, usually arriving 15 minutes before your tour begins, ensuring a warm and seamless start to your experience.
Glasgow Cathedral
One of the most impressive sights in Glasgow, Glasgow Cathedral is simply awe-inspiring. Sitting on the original site where St. Mungo built his first church in 614 AD, it has an extremely ancient history.
High Street
On your tour, you'll get to experience what's left of Medieval Glasgow. As you head along High Street, one of Glasgow's oldest streets, you can marvel at the ancient buildings — and perhaps catch sight of the famous Tollbooth Steeple.
George Square
Right at the heart of Glasgow, George Square is somewhere you absolutely have to see. The Glasgow City Chambers is particularly notable — the 3-storey marble staircase is said to rival the Vatican's.
Finnieston Crane
As you travel out of the city centre, you'll spot the Finnieston Crane dramatically silhouetted against the River Clyde — an icon of Glasgow's shipbuilding heritage.
Kelvingrove Art Gallery
Built in 1901, Kelvingrove Art Gallery is sensational architecturally as well as in its wealth of history and culture.
West End
Being driven through the West End is a great way to see all the sights, including the ancient, gothic-style University of Glasgow, founded in 1451 — the fourth-oldest university in the English-speaking world.
Lunch
Your guide will provide a selection of lunch options on the day to suit various preferences and dietary needs.
Merchant City
The Merchant City is one of Glasgow's oldest quarters, filled with stunning architecture. Every street is named after a famous merchant who built their wealth trading in the Indies in the late 1700s and early 1800s.
Winterfest & Glasgow's Christmas Markets
Your tour will include a visit to Winterfest at George Square and Glasgow's Christmas Markets, where you can peruse a variety of stalls, enjoy the festive spirit, and perhaps take a spin on the ice rink!
Drop Off (approx 5pm)
Sit back and relax as your personal guide drops you back at your hotel, ensuring a comfortable and hassle-free end to your journey.
Inclusions
- Complimentary Hotel Pick-up and Drop-off Service
- Privately Guided Tour – Just for you and your group
- Experienced Local Guide Every Step of the Way
- Luxurious, Premium Mercedes V-Class
- A Full Day of Touring
- Fully Customisable - built around you
- Lunch; your guide will recommend both sit-down and grab-and-go options
- Attraction Tickets
- Guide Tip
We'll contact you immediately after booking to help arrange attraction tickets
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FAQs
Glasgow comes alive over the festive season with its Winterfest celebrations, including the dazzling George Square lights, festive market stalls, a funfair and seasonal attractions across the city centre. It's a wonderfully atmospheric way to experience Scotland's largest city in winter.
You'll find this is a seasonal tour, running throughout the festive month of December.
Glasgow offers a warmer, more relaxed festive atmosphere with fantastic shopping along the famous Style Mile, striking Victorian architecture and a real local buzz. Many guests enjoy pairing the two cities, though Glasgow stands beautifully on its own for those who love shopping, culture and a friendly welcome.
Yes, you will. Alongside the festive highlights, your guide will take you to see the city's finest sights, from Glasgow Cathedral and George Square to the grand City Chambers and the cultural West End.
There certainly is. Glasgow is renowned as one of the best shopping cities in the UK, and your private guide can build in time for the markets and the Style Mile so you can pick up festive treats and gifts at your own pace.
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