In the 750 000-inhabitant city pulsates life traditionally loud and violent. The ongoing transformation to a service and cultural metropolis is already showing fruits, without that the city loses the authenticity. On the shore of the clyde there are built modern buildings and swinging new bridges. In the city lure shopping centers such as Princes Square which offers you foreign trendy design of all kinds. Meanwhile 100 000 students move the drive of the city. Visitors the city offers a optimistic, warm reception, coupled with harsh, "masculine" charm.

Centre for Contemporary Arts (CCA)
The Center for Contemporary Arts is incubator and showcase for almost every modern artistic expression. Club nights, live acts, exhibitions. Closer on the pulse is not possible. 350 Sauchiehall Street

Clyde Auditorium
"Armadillo" call the Glasgow because of its shape by Sir Norman Foster-designed building on the Clyde, near the Scottish Exhibition & Conference Center. Therefore its alone worth the trip to the renovated Clyde waterfront. Stobcross Quay

George Square
The central square of Glasgow is framed by statues of poets and crowned heads. At the midday break, many employees get a snack here. The square is dominated from the City Hall "City Chambers", made of scottish granite and italian marble -necessarily you should have a look. A street corner south of here lies the Merchant City between Ingram Street and Tron Gate. You'll find some cool chic with nice cafes, restaurants and boutiques.

Glasgow Cathedral
Lies In the crypt lies St Mungo. The cathedral in the gloomy gothic style is not a bishops church. Castle Street

Kelvingrove
The most important of about 70 green parks in the city. The park is located at the west end of town. To the east of the park borders the by 1854 Charles Wilson-designed homes for rich citizens of the city. The Kelvin can be walked about 10 km from the city to the west. Kelvin Way/ Sauchiehall Street

Necropolis
From the giant hill cemetery near the Glasgow Cathedral, you have a good view. Everything beautiful in the shadow of the obelisk from anglican moral preacher John Knox. Castle Street

Willow Tearooms
Catherine Cranston, 100 years ago wanted to make the people of Glasgow to drink tea. She gave the order to make some Tearooms, from which today only the Willow Tearoom flourishs. Dozens of teas, cakes and even wine are served. Mon-Fri 9.30am-4.30pm, Sun 12pm-4.30. 217 Sauchiehall Street

shopping
Glasgow has the best shopping opportunities throughout Scotland. Buchanan Street, Sauchiehall Street, Italian Center and Princess Square are all located close to each other and offer the latest international fashion and jewelry trends. In the Merchant City, in Ingram Street and its side streets, there are trendy fashion boutiques.

food
The Buttery
Oldfashioned, but up to date. Since 1856 is served here (and renovation) and always at its best. 652 Argyle Street
Corinthian
Centrally located in the Merchant City, this magnificent temple food with wonderful rooms and fusion-inspired kitchen: styles between elegance and Big-City nonchalance. daily. 191 Ingram Street
Gandolfi
Top side, there's a new cafe, both serve delicious dishes and salads. daily. 64 Albion Street
Mother India
Probably the best Indian north of London. You can be seduced by fragrant ingredients, drinking beer and you can bring your own wine. Westminster Terrace
The Ubiquitous Chip
Nowhere you can eat more Scottish. No matter where fish, beef or dessert are coming from, it is noted. Cheaper bistro on the floor. daily. 12 Ashton Lane

Plane
Glasgow Airport is 13 km west from downtown; buses in the city. For a taxi ride into the city you have to pay around £ 15.