You are here: Home > Travel Information > Destination Guides Text size A A A See what people from around the world are saying about cities we fly to and from PurityITSupport: RT @LaingsGlasgow: Is anyone going to see the olympic torch when it comes to Glasgow's George Square??... http://t.co/1pdJAByr a minute ago Lipstedo: I'm at Discovery Jobs Ltd (Glasgow, Glasgow City) http://t.co/7rhzNiuc a minute ago missdrysdalex: @amysimonekerr1 Me me meeee I'm going too Amy doll I'm your guardian haha not a very good one if its another Glasgow lolol. X a minute ago World / Europe / Scotland / Glasgow | Overview | Fast Facts | Arrive | See | Eat | Sleep | Connect Scotland's largest city is in the process of reinventing itself. The heavy industry has been replaced by a turbo-charged nightlife, great shopping and a music scene which recently saw Glasgow designated as a UNESCO city of music. Address: Post Code: Tel No: Currency UK pound (GBP) Address: Post Code: Tel No: Visa Requirements No visa required for EU nationals, Canadians, Americans or Australians. Address: Post Code: Tel No: Language English Address: Post Code: Tel No: Timezone GMT Address: Post Code: Tel No: Weather Expect rain all year but Glasgow is often warm, if not sunny, thanks to its proximity to the Gulf Stream. Temperatures are around freezing in winter and about 20C in summer. Address: Post Code: Tel No: Dialling Code 00 44 Address: Post Code: Tel No: Electricity 220V (UK-style 3 pin plugs) Address: Post Code: Tel No: Health and Safety EU citizens should apply for a European Health Insurance Card before departure, which entitles them to free or reduced cost treatment in all EU countries. This only covers emergency treatment so comprehensive travel and medical insurance are strongly advised. Address: Post Code: Tel No: Flights to Glasgow arrive at Glasgow International Airport (Paisley, 00 44 870 040 0008) which is 9.5 miles west of the city centre. A taxi to the city centre costs from £18 and takes 20 minutes. First and Glasgow Flyer operate regular buses to the city centre. They cost from £2.90 and take up to 50 minutes. Address: Post Code: Tel No: Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum: Kelvingrove is Scotland's most popular free entry museum due to a diverse collection boasting everything from Sir Roger the stuffed elephant to Salvador Dali's striking Christ of St. John of the Cross. Address: Argyle Street, Glasgow Post Code:G3 8AG Tel No:+44 (0)141 276 9599 The Lighthouse The Lighthouse: Architect Charles Rennie Mackintosh is one of Glasgow's most famous sons. For an overview of his talent, visit his first public commission The Lighthouse which is Scotland's centre for architecture, design and the city. For other examples of his work, visit House For An Art Lover and the Willow Tearooms . Address: 11 Mitchell Lane, Glasgow Post Code:G1 3NU Tel No:+44 (0)141 221 6362 The Stand The Stand: This purpose built comedy club keeps Glasgow chuckling nightly. As well as local talent, names like Dylan Moran, Frankie Boyle and Daniel Kitson drop in here. Address: 333 Woodlands Road, Glasgow Post Code:g3 6ng Tel No:00 44 870 600 6055 Quick Lunch - Urban Bar & Brasserie Expect professional service, elegant surroundings and updated classics at Urban Bar & Brasserie making this converted bank popular. Address: 23/25 St Vincent Place Post Code: Tel No:00 44 141 248 5636 Top Table - The Ubiquitous Chip With nearly thirty years at the helm of The Ubiquitous Chip, chef Colin Clydesdale has been flying the flag for Scottish cooking longer than most. A typical dish might be ling landed at Scrabster and served on clapshot with chillied roast red pepper and crispy seaweed. Address: 12 Ashton Lane Post Code: Tel No:00 44 141 334 5007 Cheap Eat - Mother India's Café Glasgow has curry embedded in its DNA. Find out why with the tapas style dishes at Mother India's Café. Address: 1355 Argyle Street Post Code: Tel No:00 44 141 339 9145 On Business - The Hilton Its location in the business district ensures that The Hilton featuring two restaurants, a bar and pool will help cushion the pain of a business trip. Book now Address: 1 William Street Post Code:G3 8HT Tel No: Lap Of Luxury - Hotel Du Vin at One Devonshire Gardens Winning as many awards for its restaurant as its deep pile luxury, Hotel Du Vin at One Devonshire Gardens has 49 bedrooms spread over five interconnected townhouses. Popular with celebs. Book now Address: 1 Devonshire Gardens Post Code:G12 0UX Tel No: Cheap Sleep - The Ibis Right in the centre of town, The Ibis is as well located for a weekend's clubbing as it is for a week-long conference. Book now Address: 220 West Regent Street; Blythswood House/200 Post Code:G2 4DQ Tel No: Coffee And Chat - The city centre Tinderbox The city centre Tinderbox (14 Ingram Street, 00 44 141 552 6907) is a cool cafe with plenty of nooks and crannies, not to mention gum-tingling coffee. Address: 14 Ingram Street Post Code: Tel No:00 44 141 552 6907 Evening Drinks - One Up Probably Glasgow's most bling bar, One Up (23 Royal Exchange Square, 00 44 141 225 5615) starts the night with a buzz and usually ends it with a bang. Address: 23 Royal Exchange Square Post Code: Tel No:00 44 141 225 5615 Formal Presentation - Crowne Plaza With ample meeting and presentation facilities plus a walkway linking it to the Scottish Exhibition and Conference Centre, the Crowne Plaza (Congress Road, 00 44 870 443 1691) is unbeatable for working travellers. 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