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The West End ...

Glasgow’s West End district is only about two miles away from the city centre but a world away in terms of its unique character and style. On foot, by subway or bus easily accesses the area which is home to a fantastic and eclectic mixture of attractions, cafes, bars, famous restaurants, a world famous comedy club as well as some really lovely boutique shops.

From the bustling daily activity of Byres Road to hidden gems nestled down historic cobbled lanes, The West End is a “Must Visit” no matter how long your trip to Glasgow is for.

The area is home to some of Glasgow’s most famous attractions. The stunning Kelvingrove Museum and Art Gallery houses some of Scotland’s most valued collections and is a short walk from the subway and is a stop for the City Sightseeing open top bus. Nearby is the Hunterian Museum, another important historical collection.

Also within easy reach of the West End is the award winning Riverside Transport Museum with the awesome Titan Crane just a little further out towards Clydebank.

If sightseeing on foot in the fresh air is more your thing then take the time to mingle within the cobbled lanes to enjoy the area’s Victorian architecture or wander around the famous campus at Glasgow University. You may also take time to enjoy the wonderful Botanic Gardens, yet another gem within a few minutes walk of Byres Road.

The West End provides a wonderful opportunity to escape from the city centre and still onlybe ten minutes away. Getting there is easy by subway or City Sightseeing bus.

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100 Pointhouse Place G3 8RS 0141 287 2728 www.glasgowlife.org.uk A vast collections of Glasgow’s transport heritage assembled under one roof showcases the city’s important contribution to transportation through ship building, locomotive construction and car making. The museum can be accessed by foot from the West End. PARTICK 14 RIVERSIDE MUSEUM

TITAN CRANE

Queen’s Quay, Clydebank G81 1BF 0141 952 3771 www.titanclydebank.com Visit one of Scotland’s unique industrial attractions and imagine looking down on the Queen Mary or QE2 as thy were being built. A proud custodian of Glasgow’s shipbuilding past lives on. The museum is a short trip by train or bus from the West End.

Visiting the West End is a great contrast to the hustle and bustle of the city centre. The West End has an altogether more relaxed atmosphere and life moves at a much more relaxed pace.

There are plenty of places where you can stop for coffee or grab lunch and if the weather is favourable lots of outside spaces where you can sit back and watch the world go by.

The West End has some fabulous attractions, museums, boutique shops and a whole list of great restaurants and lively pubs. Have a look at some of our tips here, nearly all of which are within a short walk of either a subway station or sightseeing bus stop.

KELVINGROVE ART GALLERY & MUSEUM

Argyle Street G3 8AG 0141 276 9500 www.glasgowlife.org.uk Kelvingrove Art Gallery & Museum is one of Scotland’s most popular free attractions. It has 22 themed, state-of=the-art galleries displaying an astonishing 8,000 objects. The collections are extensive, wide-ranging and internationally significant. KELVIN HALL 18 KELVINGROVE

BOTANIC GARDENS

730 Great Western Rd G12 0UE 0141 276 1614 www.glasgowbotanicgardens.com Glasgow Botanic Gardens is an Arboretum and public park located close to Bhyres Road. It features several glasshourses, the most notable being the Kibble Palace. The gardens are popular for walking and picnics. HILLHEAD 17 BOTANIC GARDENS

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LA LANTERNA WEST END

447 Great Western Road. G12 8Hh 0141 334 0686 www.lalanternawestend.co.uk La Lanterna West End opened in the Summer of 2017 and is the little brother of Glasgow’s oldest family run Italian restaurant.. Enjoy the La Lanterna warmth and authentic italian cooking . KELVINBRIDGE 14 GLASGOW UNI

CAIL BRUICH

725 Great Western Road G12 8QX 0141 334 6265 www.cailbruich.co.uk An award winning Scottish dining experience located close to the Botanic Gardens serving an inspired menu created around seasonality, freshness and the highest welfare standards, Cail Bruich has a well-earned reputation for fine food cooked with passion. KELVINBRIDGE 17 BOTANIC GRDS

THE PELICAN CAFE

1377 Argyle Street G3 8AF 0844 573 0670 www.thepelicancafe.co.uk The Pelican Cafe has gained a very strong following since opening. Serving excellent locally sourced beef, seafood and produce, the restaurant combines this with a great selection of excellent fairly priced wines. PARTICK 19 KELVINGROVE

NUMBER 16

16 Byres Road G11 5JY 0141 339 2544 www.number16.co.uk The award winning Number 16 is a cosy wellestablished neighbourhood restaurant located in the centre of the West End. Serving seasonal, locally sourced produce and bringing new ideas to traditionnal Scottish dishes, this is a restaurant well worth visiting during your stay. HILLHEAD 18 BYRES ROAD

ORAN MOR

Byres Road G12 8QX 0141 357 6200 www.oran-mor.co.uk Formerly Kelvinside Parish Church, Oran Mor, (the Great Song), now offers visitors two restaurants, live music, lounge and whisky bar as well as hosting the worldfamous “A Play, a Pie and a Pint” theatre. A great venue where you can relax and enjoy great entertainment. 28-32 Cathedral Square. G4 0XA 0141 552 3519 www.cathedralhouseglasgow.com Cathedral House is an iconic Glasgow landmark. Built in Scottish Baronial style in 1896, it is now a thoughtfully renovated boutique inn. Consisting of 8 unique bedrooms, The Green Room Café Bar and The Drawing Room – the stunning event space. A unique and truly memorable stay only 2 minutes from Glasgow cathedral and The Necropolis.

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THE UBIQUITOUS CHIP

12 Ashton Lane G12 8SJ 0141 334 5007 www.ubiquitouschip.co.uk Four more than 40 years the Ubiquitous Chip has been d elighting diners with its stunning location and equally stunning food. Enjoy long established favourites as well as new creations while enjoying one of Scotland’s finest wine lists. HILLHEAD 18 BYRES ROAD

THE BOTHY

11 Ruthven Lane G12 9BG 0141 334 4040 www.bothyglasgow.com A West End institution famous for its kilted staff and well sourced ingredients which include North Sea scallops, and Stornoay black pudding as well as Ayrshire lamb. Mouthwatering menus and a location within yards of bustling Byres Road.. HILLHEAD 18 BYRES ROAD

STRAVAIGIN

28 Gibson Street G12 8NX 0141 334 2665 www.stravaigin.co.uk A hugely ppopular locl restaurant serving an impressive variety of dishes from around the world but with the common theme of using fresh Scottish ingredients locally sourced. Choose to dine either in the restaurant downstairs or the upstairs cafe/bar. KELVINBRIDGE 16 GLASGOW UNI

TWO FAT LADIES

88 Dumbarton FRoad G11 6NX 0141 339 1944 www.twofatladiesrestaurant.com A firm Glasgow favourite with locals and visitors alike, Two Fat Ladies has an enviable reputation as one of the city’s best seafood restaurants with influences from France, Italy and the Middle East. Always busy so booking ahead is advised. PARTICK 19 KELVINGROVE University Avenue G12 8QQ 0141 330 4221 www.gla.ac.uk Founded in 1807, the Hunterian is Scotland’s oldest public museum. The museum’s collections inc;ude scientific instruments used by James Watt, Joseph Lister and Lord Kelvin as well as outstanding Roman artefacts and other life science collections. HILLHEAD 16 GLASGOW UNI

ATHENA GREEK TAVERNA

1116 Argyle Street G3 8TD 0141 339 3895 www.athenataverna.co.uk Locted very close to the West End at Finnieston and within walkung distance of Glasgow University. Athena provides authentic Greek dishes combining the freshest ingredients with old family recipes served in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere. PARTICK 19 KELVINGROVE

LA VITA SPUNTINI

199-201 Byres Road G12 8TN 0141 339 4222 www.lavitapizzeria.co.uk Little brother to La Vita in the city centre, Spuntini creates a relaxed place where leisurely meals consisting of Bella Figura or Italian Tapas makes this an ideal family dining experience. HILLHEAD 19 BYRES ROAD

THE BUTCHERSHOP BAR & GRILL

1055 Sauchiehall Street G3 7UD 0141 339 2999 www.butchershopglasgow.com The Butchershop takes pride in serving only the finest grass fed beef, locally sourced and hung for between 21 & 35 days to ensure the finest, most succulent steak imaginable. PARTICK 1 KELVINGROVE

MASALA TWIST TIKKA TAPAS BAR

192-194 Byres Road G12 8SN 0141 339 3777 www.masalatwist.co.uk Authentic Indian cuisine with a Scottish twist. The chefs deliver classic Indian style dishes using the finest local ingredients. For a twist you can also enjoy rabbit or venison curry as well as pheasant tikka along with all the other well know selections. HILLHEAD 1 8 BYRES ROAD

CAFÉ ANDELUZ WEST END

2 Cresswell Lane G12 8AA Authentic Spanish tapas, paella and a hge range of Spanish wines and cocktails in a relaxed and bustling atmosphere. Cntrally located and a great family destination. HILLHEAD 18 BYRES ROAD