Guidebook for Glasgow
Arts & Culture
Direct access to the Hydro from Hyndland Train Station (5mins from flat).
134 locals recommend
The SSE Hydro
Stobcross RoadDirect access to the Hydro from Hyndland Train Station (5mins from flat).
Many artefacts, including Salvador Dali's painting of Christ's crucifixion. Free entry (although a donation is welcome)
841 locals recommend
The Glasgow Art Club
185 Bath StMany artefacts, including Salvador Dali's painting of Christ's crucifixion. Free entry (although a donation is welcome)
Stunning building housing iconic vehicles from past and present. There is a tall ship permanently moored outside the building.
344 locals recommend
Riverside Museum
100 Pointhouse RdStunning building housing iconic vehicles from past and present. There is a tall ship permanently moored outside the building.
Great place for families as there are many interactive installations.
194 locals recommend
Glasgow Science Centre
50 Pacific QuayGreat place for families as there are many interactive installations.
An eclectic collection of art was acquired over many years by Sir William Burrell, a wealthy Glaswegian shipping magnate and art collector, who then gave it to the city of Glasgow Corporation in 1944.
158 locals recommend
The Burrell Collection
An eclectic collection of art was acquired over many years by Sir William Burrell, a wealthy Glaswegian shipping magnate and art collector, who then gave it to the city of Glasgow Corporation in 1944.
Gallery of Modern Art
111 Royal Exchange SquareSightseeing
A short walk to one of the West Ends social hot spots. Has numerous bars, restaurants and a cinema (for rainy days).
224 locals recommend
Ashton Lane
Ashton LaneA short walk to one of the West Ends social hot spots. Has numerous bars, restaurants and a cinema (for rainy days).
50km by Car and a nice castle for a quick visit. The Wallace (William) monument isn't too far from the castle either.
321 locals recommend
Stirling Castle
Castle Wynd50km by Car and a nice castle for a quick visit. The Wallace (William) monument isn't too far from the castle either.
If you're planning a trip to The Isle of Skye then don't miss a stop at this Iconic Castle - featured in numerous films.
102 locals recommend
Eilean Donan Castle
If you're planning a trip to The Isle of Skye then don't miss a stop at this Iconic Castle - featured in numerous films.
Food Scene
Epicures
159 Hyndland RdTrendy Bar / Restaurant.
Nick's Neighbourhood Bar & Diner
168 Hyndland RdThe Hyndland Cafe
96 Clarence DrCoffee Shop
Paolos Ltd
31 Clarence DrFish and Chip Shop - Take Away
Cottiers Theatre
93-95 Hyndland StFamily friendly bar / restaurant (pet friendly too!)
Fantastic restaurant - Scottish / French. Midweek market menu is great value.
55 locals recommend
Cail Bruich
725 Great Western RdFantastic restaurant - Scottish / French. Midweek market menu is great value.
Starbucks
Duntreath AvenueCoffee
Tinderbox
189 Byres RdWell appointed coffee shop.
Nice bar with great atmosphere and very good food, good for families. The street level bar/restaurant is non-reservation.
145 locals recommend
Stravaigin
28 Gibson StNice bar with great atmosphere and very good food, good for families. The street level bar/restaurant is non-reservation.
Peckhams
43 Clarence DrLiterally around the corner - licenced restaurant with outdoor seating
Entertainment & Activities
Western Lawn Tennis & Squash Club
30 Hyndland RdOutdoor Tennis Club - Visitors welcome.
This whisky distillery is only 20km from the flat and offers daily tours of the facility. http://www.auchentoshan.com
19 locals recommend
Auchentoshan Distillery
Great Western RoadThis whisky distillery is only 20km from the flat and offers daily tours of the facility. http://www.auchentoshan.com
Essentials
Peckham's Hyndland Road
139 Hyndland RdDelicatessen.
Oddbins
165a Hyndland RdFine wines, whisky and beers
Hyndland Post Office & Premier Express
37 Clarence DrPost Office / Grocery Shop
Morrisons
Good value for money grocery store.
Waitrose & Partners
373 Byres RdFor your posh groceries.
Laundrette - service washes available (i.e. leave them a bag of laundry and they'll wash, dry and fold it for you). Dry cleaning also available.
The Steam Shop
173 Hyndland RdLaundrette - service washes available (i.e. leave them a bag of laundry and they'll wash, dry and fold it for you). Dry cleaning also available.
Getting Around
Partick station
Subway/ Train and Bus Station less than 10 minutes walk away
Hyndland Train Station (less than 5 minutes walk) with direct links to the City Centre, The Hydro and Edinburgh Waverly Station.
18 locals recommend
Hyndland station
Hyndland Train Station (less than 5 minutes walk) with direct links to the City Centre, The Hydro and Edinburgh Waverly Station.
Drinks & Nightlife
Lismore
206 Dumbarton RdScottish Bar with nice selection of single malt whisky.
Multi-function venue / bar - A converted church. Probably has one of the best selections of single malt whisky in Glasgow.
198 locals recommend
Oran Mor
Byres RoadMulti-function venue / bar - A converted church. Probably has one of the best selections of single malt whisky in Glasgow.
Jelly Hill Cafe Bar
195 Hyndland RdCoffee, wine, beers.....