Merchant City Music Walking Tour of Glasgow
Explore Glasgow's music scene with this two hour guided walking tour of iconic venues in the Merchant City and East End.
Entertaining and informative, this tour has all the stories about the legendary performers who have stayed, played and made music in Glasgow.
The city has an unrivalled reputation for producing brilliant bands, making memorable music and putting on unforgettable shows. This tour will show you how and why.
Our guides are enthusiastic music fans and writers who are immersed in Glasgow’s cultural life.
The tour finishes at the hip and happening Mono Café Bar where customers can enjoy a 20% discount on food.
You don't need to be a music expert to enjoy the tour and even if you are, you may still learn new things. Jam-packed with anecdotes, the tour is designed to show a different side of Glasgow to both visitors and locals.
Options
Saturday Tour
Two hour guided walking tour of the Merchant City's music scene, past and present. Tour departs Victoria Bar/The Clutha on Stockwell Street at 11am.
What's included in Merchant City Music Walking Tour of Glasgow
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
The Clutha Bar
One of Glasgow's best loved live music pubs, this Clydeside bar is covered with murals which showcase the diversity of the city's music scene through the years.
Britannia Panopticon Music Hall
Britain’s oldest surviving music hall, the venerable Britannia Panopticon is still a working venue. As well as hosting legendary Scottish performers such as Harry Lauder, this atmospheric, hidden gem has seen stage stars ranging from Cary Grant to Stan Laurel. At present, due to Covid, we do not have access to Britannia Panopticon although we can still tell you all its great stories.
City Halls & Old Fruitmarket
The City Halls and Old Fruitmarket have been the location for many a memorable gig, including The Stranglers concert which led to punk rock being banned in Glasgow.
Inclusions
- Includes voucher for 20% discount on food at Mono Cafe Bar.
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please contact us to discuss any mobility issues.
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Please be at departure point 10 minutes prior to scheduled departure time
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- Meet your guide outside The Clutha Bar on Stockwell Street.
Redeem
Ticket Redemption
• Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
