Merchant City
Glasgow
Visit Merchant City
Popular places to visit
George Square
The people of Glasgow love their spacious central gathering place, which is full of statues and surrounded by stately buildings and restaurants.
City Chambers
City Chambers is just one of the places to see in Glasgow, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and great live music.
OVO Hydro
Glasgow's multipurpose events venue attracts the biggest names in entertainment. Come to see a performance or simply to admire the building's design.
Buchanan Street
Cutting through the heart of Glasgow, this bustling pedestrianized street is lined with sleek shopping centers, restaurants and several cultural highlights.
University of Glasgow
Explore the campus of one of the U.K.'s oldest universities and feed your fervor for learning in its museums, lecture halls and historic buildings.
Scottish Exhibition and Conference Centre
These buildings that make up one of Scotland’s most important events venues have become iconic sights on the banks of the River Clyde.
Things to do
Glasgow: Loch Lomond, the Trossachs and Stirling Castle
Loch Lomond: Scottish Highlands Sightseeing Cruise
Glenfinnan Viaduct, Glencoe & Loch Shiel tour from Glasgow
Top hotels in Merchant City
The Social Hub Glasgow
Room clean, big bed and nice toiletries to use. Room not specious and lift was difficult to use.
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
Ibis Styles Glasgow Centre George Square
Been there last year will definitely go back again
Reviewed on 29 Oct 2025
Millennium Hotel Glasgow
Curt greeting by receptionist. Clean room Breakfast cold Very convenient location though
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
Mercure Glasgow City Hotel
I was completely satisfied with everything in the hotel.
Reviewed on 1 Nov 2025
Revolver - Hostel
Beds were exceptionally comfortable, I wish the pillows were the same,service was fantastic, but I wish microwaves were available to the guests because my food was burnt and wasted twice since I could not personally check on it. Hot tub needs to be warmer, the rooms were a bit too toasty. Overall ...
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
Fraser Suites Glasgow
staff was helpful and the rooms were spacious and comfortable.
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Merchant City
City Centre Glasgow
Known for its fantastic nightlife and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in City Centre Glasgow. Check out top attractions like Buchanan Street and Glasgow Royal Concert Hall, and jump on the metro at Buchanan Street Station or St Enoch Station to see more of the city.
Laurieston
While you're in Laurieston, take in top sights like O2 Academy Glasgow and jump on the metro at Bridge Street Station to see more of the city.
Dennistoun
While Dennistoun may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Barrowland Ballroom and Merchant City.
East End
You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in East End. You might want to make time for a stop at Celtic Park or Barrowland Ballroom.
Kelvinbridge
While you're in Kelvinbridge, take in top sights like Sauchiehall Street and jump on the metro at Kelvinbridge Station to see more of the city.
Finnieston
Finnieston is a destination visitors seek out for its ample dining options, great live music and beautiful river views. You might also want to check out attractions like OVO Hydro or Clyde Auditorium while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Merchant City
- George Square
- Italian Centre
- Hutchesons' Hall
- Loch Lomond
- OVO Hydro
- Buchanan Street
- Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park
- Scottish Exhibition and Conference Centre
- Hampden Park
- Celtic Park
- Falkirk Wheel
- Braehead Shopping Centre
- Ibrox Stadium
- Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum
- Kings Theatre Glasgow
- Botanic Gardens
- Glasgow Science Centre
- Sauchiehall Street
- University of Strathclyde
- Strathclyde Country Park
- Bellahouston Park
