Located on Scotland’s west coast, Greater Glasgow & The Clyde Valley combines vibrant city life with scenic escapes. Glasgow, recently named the UK’s friendliest city by Condé Nast Traveller, offers world-class attractions and culture. Follow the River Clyde to discover lush countryside, charming towns, family-friendly adventures, quaint coastal views, and UNESCO World Heritage Sites – all within easy reach.
Blessed with an abundance of natural beauty, a vibrant, cosmopolitan city, and an array of unique towns and villages scattered across the countryside and coastline, Glasgow & the Clyde Valley is a joy to explore.
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Getting around Glasgow by bike is a convenient and fun way to travel.
Lanarkshire offers beautiful scenery, fantastic walking, cycling and outdoor activities, plus an array of quality visitor attractions.
With great outdoors, family-friendly attractions, and fascinating history and heritage, Paisley and Renfrewshire has it all.
Inverclyde is one of Scotland’s smallest regions but filled with attractions, activities, culture and stunning scenery.
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Explore the Antonine Wall, once the Roman Empire’s most northerly frontier.
New Lanark was a site ahead of its time, most famous for social reforms for its workers.
Home to acres of countryside and woodland with an adventure play ground and more.
This wetland reserve is ideal for all the family. The trails, birdwatching hides and visitor centre are all easily accessible.
Explore life in the countryside at this museum and historic working farm.
As well as beautiful surroundings, the park is home to a range of visitor attractions.
Summerlee is the museum of Scottish industrial life and is based around the site of a 19th century ironworks.
Lyle Hill overlooks Gourock and provides a panoramic view across the Clyde.
Get inspiration for walks, day trips and tours in and around Glasgow & The Clyde Valley.
Visit newly refurbished museums and get ready for a whole host of big sporting events this season.
Glasgow and the Clyde Valley is well connected to the rest of the UK by rail. Glasgow has two main stations: Glasgow Central which connects the city to the south, and Glasgow Queen Street which serves routes to Edinburgh and further north.
If you’re planning a trip from London to Glasgow, check out the
Glasgow and the Clyde Valley is easily accessible by car. If travelling from Edinburgh, the most direct route is to the follow the M8. If travelling from England, follow the M74. You can quickly reach Stirling by driving along the M80 while the west coast of the country is connected via the M77.
One of the best ways to explore the scenery and attractions outside Glasgow is by driving the Clyde Valley Tourist Route. This 61km (68 mile) driving route follows a circular route from Abington to Hamilton.
Glasgow Airport is about 20 minutes from the city centre and Glasgow Prestwick International Airport is further south about 45 minutes away, with Edinburgh Airport close by as well. A regular bus service connects Glasgow Airport with the city centre and at Glasgow Prestwick there are regular rail services to the city from the airport train station.
National Cycle Network routes connect Glasgow and the surrounding areas of Lanarkshire and Renfrewshire. You can find more information on the
You can get around Glasgow easily using First Bus Glasgow which operates over 80 routes across the city.
There are plenty of opportunities to hire a car or other vehicle in and around Glasgow. The country’s biggest car hire company is
From glamorous city-centre hotels to luxurious country houses and cosy self-catering cottages surrounded by unspoiled countryside, there is a fantastic choice of accommodation in Glasgow & the Clyde Valley.
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Whether you’re travelling with kids, need a mobility scooter or you’re a wheelchair user, you’ll find that many parts of Glasgow & The Clyde Valley are easily accessible.