Merchant City Travel Guide
Glasgow
Visit Merchant City
Popular places to visit
George Square
A popular meeting place for visitors and locals alike, George Square is filled with statues and monuments and surrounded by historic architecture.
City Chambers
City Chambers is just one of the places to see in Glasgow, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and great live music.
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.
Top hotels in Merchant City
The Social Hub Glasgow
Our stay went really well. The property has an excellent location. The staff could not do enough for us. They were all really helpful and informative which was a great help to us. When we visit Glasgow in the future we will have no hesitation booking this property again. This hotel made our 2 night ...
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025
Ibis Styles Glasgow Centre George Square
Lovely hotel in great location.
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
Millennium Hotel Glasgow
Great staff and great rooms.
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
Mercure Glasgow City Hotel
Good friendly service. Rooms were clean and well supplied. Great location in Merchant City near Museum and George Square. Easily walkable and public transport. Nice breakfast with a wide variety including vegetarian. While rooms were clean and comfortable they do need some TLC they look a little ...
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025
Revolver - Hostel
Room Nice and clean. staff friendly, couldn’t fault it. Although not private bathroom which wasn’t clearly advertised and wouldn’t have booked if I realised. Room was good size though but people coming in at 3am without consideration of other sleeping ruined it slightly.
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
Fraser Suites Glasgow
Spacious clean property with self catering facilities and the option to include breakfast. Lots of nearby bars and restaurants and a short walk to the shopping area. But noisy outside on Saturday night but to be expected overall recommend this property thank you
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Merchant City
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.
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
While Dennistoun may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Barrowland Ballroom and Merchant 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.
Kelvinbridge
While you're in Kelvinbridge, take in top sights like Sauchiehall Street and jump on the metro at Kelvinbridge Station to see more of the city.
Finnieston
Finnieston is a destination visitors seek out for its ample dining options, great live music and beautiful river views. You might also want to check out attractions like OVO Hydro or Clyde Auditorium while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
