Merchant City
Glasgow
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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.
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.
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.
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.
Merchant City Hotel Deals
The Social Hub Glasgow
Staff are tremendous.
Reviewed on Jan 22, 2026
Mercure Glasgow City Hotel
Room was spotless, small but nice enough, shower was decent. Staff at reception/bar were nice.
Reviewed on Jan 24, 2026
Fraser Suites Glasgow
Amazing
Reviewed on Jan 19, 2026
Millennium Hotel Glasgow
Room was lovely, clean and comfortable
Reviewed on Jan 25, 2026
Revolver - Hostel
Great location
Reviewed on Dec 26, 2025
Ibis Styles Glasgow Centre George Square
The team at reception were friendly. Check out time was clearly discussed and breakfast was offered.
Reviewed on Jan 17, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Merchant City
City Centre Glasgow
Home to Glasgow's main cultural venues and higher education institutions, this bustling central district offers luxury apartments, shopping at Buchanan Galleries and Princes Square, and historic sights like Glasgow Cathedral and George Square.
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
Dennistoun might not have many top sights, but Barrowland Ballroom and People's Palace and Winter Gardens are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
Kinning Park
While you're in Kinning Park, take in top sights like Glasgow Science Centre or Alea Glasgow, and hop on the metro to see more the city at Shields Road Station or Kinning Park Station.
Kelvinbridge
While you're in Kelvinbridge, take in top sights like Great Western Road and jump on the metro at Kelvinbridge Station to see more of the city.
