Merchant City Travel Guide

Glasgow

A large historic building with multiple domes and towers, surrounded by benches and greenery.
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A historic building with a tall obelisk, domed towers, and a statue in front.
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A historic building with domed towers and a tall obelisk in a public square.
A historic clock tower with a dome and columns, surrounded by classic architecture.
A historic building with domed towers and a tall obelisk.
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Stay near popular Merchant City attractions

A grand, illuminated building with multiple towers and a central monument in a square.

George Square

8.8/10 (3,203 reviews)
The people of Glasgow love their spacious central gathering place, which is full of statues and surrounded by stately buildings and restaurants.
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Things to do

Loch Lomond: Scottish Highlands Sightseeing Cruise

Loch Lomond: Scottish Highlands Sightseeing Cruise

£20
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Loch Lomond: Scottish Highlands Sightseeing Cruise
Glasgow: Glenfinnan Viaduct, Fort William, & Glencoe Tour

Glasgow: Glenfinnan Viaduct, Fort William, & Glencoe Tour

£62
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Glasgow: Glenfinnan Viaduct, Fort William, & Glencoe Tour
Scottish Football Museum and Hampden Park Stadium Tour

Scottish Football Museum and Hampden Park Stadium Tour

£20
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Scottish Football Museum and Hampden Park Stadium Tour
Glasgow: Tennent’s Brewery Guided Tour and Free Pint

Glasgow: Tennent’s Brewery Guided Tour and Free Pint

£21
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Glasgow: Tennent’s Brewery Guided Tour and Free Pint
Dogs and cats welcome on the tour!

Gander Walking Tours in Glasgow

£15
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Gander Walking Tours in Glasgow
SEA LIFE Loch Lomond

SEA LIFE Loch Lomond

£16
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
SEA LIFE Loch Lomond
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Top hotels in Merchant City

The Social Hub Glasgow

The Social Hub Glasgow

4 out of 5
15 Candleriggs Glasgow Scotland
The price is £52 per night from 14 Dec to 15 Dec
£52
14 Dec - 15 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Glasgow. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (2,313 reviews)
"Lovely stay just strange as either no usb charging points or v well hidden. Also being on floor 8 was quite noisy with banging doors."

Reviewed on 14 Nov 2026

The Social Hub Glasgow
Revolver Glasgow

Revolver Glasgow

2 out of 5
62 Virginia St Glasgow Scotland
The price is £65 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
£65
15 Nov - 16 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hostel in Glasgow. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
Revolver Glasgow
Millennium Hotel Glasgow

Millennium Hotel Glasgow

4 out of 5
40 George Square Glasgow Scotland
The price is £86 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
£86
22 Nov - 23 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Glasgow. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,003 reviews)
"Great location. Very helpful staff, the room was great and a decent breakfast. The only niggle is that the hotel could do with a slight upgrade."

Reviewed on 14 Nov 2026

Millennium Hotel Glasgow
House of Gods - Glasgow

House of Gods - Glasgow

3 out of 5
65 Glassford St Glasgow Scotland
The price is £97 per night from 14 Dec to 15 Dec
£97
14 Dec - 15 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Glasgow. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions OVO Hydro and Merchant City are located ...
8.4/10 Very good! (38 reviews)
"The oroblem is the hotel is right next to a homeless night support hub. So lots of rough sleeping people conjugate next door to the hotel to drink (& to be honest fight & bicker) whilst they wait for the support hub to open late at night. Whilst I feel bad for the rough sleeping people thus caused ..."

Reviewed on 10 Nov 2026

House of Gods - Glasgow
Fraser Suites Glasgow

Fraser Suites Glasgow

4 out of 5
1-19 Albion Street Merchant City Glasgow Scotland
The price is £86 per night from 29 Nov to 30 Nov
£86
29 Nov - 30 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Glasgow. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
Fraser Suites Glasgow
Ibis Styles Glasgow Centre George Square

Ibis Styles Glasgow Centre George Square

3 out of 5
74 Miller Street Glasgow Scotland
The price is £59 per night from 6 Dec to 7 Dec
£59
6 Dec - 7 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Glasgow. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"Great location on east side of the city center. However the rooms are dated, the bathroom was nothing like in the pictures and pretty much horrible and antiquated. The sink was one that most would place in a half bath that can only fit one hand at a time under the faucet which is ridiculous."

Reviewed on 14 Nov 2026

Ibis Styles Glasgow Centre George Square
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Where to stay in Merchant City

Find the best Merchant City areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A grand, illuminated building with multiple towers and a central monument in a square.

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.

A historic cathedral with a tall spire, surrounded by autumn foliage and urban buildings.

Glasgow Westend

Known for its fantastic nightlife and great live music, there's plenty to explore in Glasgow Westend. Check out top attractions like Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum and Riverside Museum, and jump on the metro at Hillhead Station or Kelvinhall Station to see more of the city.

A large industrial crane with the label "Clydeport" against a backdrop of modern buildings and a partly cloudy sky.
Photo by Karen Hicks
Open Photo by Karen Hicks

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.

A neon sign with 'Barrowland' and multiple stars.
Photo by Phyllis Robb
Open Photo by Phyllis Robb

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 Emirates Arena.

A large, historic building with intricate architecture, surrounded by a well-maintained garden and pathways.
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North West

Known for its fantastic nightlife and great live music, there's plenty to explore in North West. Check out top attractions like Botanic Gardens and Cottiers Theatre, and jump on the metro at Hillhead Station or Kelvinbridge Station to see more of the city.

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