There is a wealth of attractions to discover in Glasgow, including the UK's finest Victorian architecture, internationally acclaimed museums & galleries as well as Glasgow's own unique atmosphere. Be entertained in one of Europe's cultural capitals by its yearlong calendar of festivals and special events and enjoy outstanding shopping, superb bars and restaurants.

Glasgow is Scotland's largest city and has a strong industrial past. The city of Glasgow is also the second largest retail shopping center in the whole of the United Kingdom, with many hundreds of independently owned stores selling unusual goods. Glasgow is famous for its reinvention and transformation, and the historic city of Glasgow sees its future in the service industries, such as tourism and business conferences. Classed as one of Europe's first post-industrial cities, Glasgow has received many prestigious and well deserved awards, including the impressive title of UK City of Architecture and Design.

The weather in Glasgow is typical of Scottish weather and is often unpredictable. During the summer months of May, June, July, August and September, Glasgow has many fine and often extremely sunny days and the climate in Glasgow is generally mild, with the winds from the Atlantic being warmed by the Gulf Stream. July is Glasgow's warmest month and has temperatures averaging over 20°C. Spring is a wonderful and popular time to visit Glasgow, with fairly mild weather in Glasgow during March, April and May. Winters in Glasgow can be long and damp and fewer sunny days occur in November, December and January, although there is still much clear and fine weather at this time.

Glasgow is served by a number of airports, the closest and most convenient of which is Glasgow International Airport (GLA). Other airports serving the city include Glasgow Prestwick International Airport (PIK) located 51 km / 32 miles from Glasgow's city center and Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport (EDI) situated just 67 km / 41 miles from the center of Glasgow. All these airports are within easy traveling distance of Glasgow by train, coach or car.