Southside Central Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit

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.

Hampden Park
The home of Scottish soccer, this stadium is beloved by fans of the game who gather here for its electric atmosphere and popular museum about the sport's history.

George Square
The people of Glasgow love their spacious central gathering place, which is full of statues and surrounded by stately buildings and restaurants.
Things to do

Glasgow: Loch Ness, Glen Coe, Hairy Coos & The Highlands

Glasgow Must-See Attractions Walking Tour with A Guide

Glasgow: Stirling Castle, Loch Lomond Walk, and Whisky Tour

From Glasgow: Glenfinnan, Fort William, and Glencoe Day Trip

Glasgow Ghouls, Ghosts and Gruesome Tales Tour
Top hotels in Southside Central

Crosshill House
Reviewed on 30 Jul 2025

Number 10 Hotel
Reviewed on 26 Jul 2025

The Social Hub Glasgow
Reviewed on 5 Aug 2025

Clayton Hotel Glasgow
Reviewed on 5 Aug 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Glasgow Central
Reviewed on 5 Aug 2025

Maldron Hotel Glasgow City
Reviewed on 4 Aug 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Southside Central
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.
Pollokshields
When in Pollokshields, you can plan a visit to Kinning Park and Haggs Castle Golf Club, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Merchant City
While visiting Merchant City, you might make a stop by sights like Merchant City and George Square.

Kinning Park
If you're spending time in Kinning Park, check out sights like Kinning Park or Glasgow Science Centre and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Shields Road Station or Kinning Park Station.

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.

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.
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- Loch Lomond
- OVO Hydro
- Buchanan Street
- University of Glasgow
- Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park
- Scottish Exhibition and Conference Centre
- Hampden Park
- George Square
- Celtic Park
- Glasgow Royal Concert Hall
- Merchant City
- Glasgow Green
- Golden Jubilee National Hospital
- Braehead Shopping Centre
- Ibrox Stadium
- Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum
- Kings Theatre Glasgow
- Botanic Gardens
- Barrowland Ballroom
- Glasgow Science Centre
- Sauchiehall Street
- University of Strathclyde
- Strathclyde Country Park
- Bellahouston Park
- Kelvingrove Park
- Loch Lomond Shores
- Braehead Arena
- Glasgow Cathedral
- Buchanan Galleries
- Riverside Museum
- Queen's Park