GLASGOW

Plan to visit both cities when you are in Scotland

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The train ride from Edinburgh to Glasgow was short, just over an hour.

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The Central Station is the major rail terminal in Glasgow.

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While you wait for your train, you can pop into the Champagne Central for a refreshment

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My hotel was close to many of the city's attractions.

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Hop-on hop-off double-decker buses are a great way to see the city.

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George Square

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There are many eateries around this 17th century church.

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GOMA is the main gallery of contemporary art in Glasgow

Over the years, the castle has been used as a royal residence, military garrison, prison, and fortress.

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A symbol of Glasgow's Engineering and Industrial heritage.

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The SEC Armadillo

The OVO Hydro is a multi-purpose indoor arena located within the Scottish Event Campus

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The Doulton Fountain at Glasgow Green is the largest terracotta fountain in the world.

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Development takes it toll! The days of this landmark building in Glasgow are numbered

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A whole day of rain added to our Glasgow experience.

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Glasgow felt less expensive than Edinburgh.

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Many of Glasgow's streets are pedestrian-friendly

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Check out the designer boutiques, stylish cafes, and bars in the area

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Window shop and marvel at the fine diamonds and watches on display

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Glasgow's food scene is diverse and eclectic

You'd think that you would find bargains on scotch whisky in Scotland. Surprisingly, you don't.

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Stirling Castle is under an hour away from Glasgow. The town, its houses, and cemeteries are scenic.

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GLASGOW

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GLASGOW

A Racquet Social Travelogue

Plan to visit both cities when you are in Scotland

Glasgow is around 50 miles west of Edinburgh

The train ride from Edinburgh to Glasgow was short, just over an hour.

The Central Station is the major rail terminal in Glasgow.

While you wait for your train, you can pop into the Champagne Central for a refreshment

The Grand Central Hotel forms the front of the Central Station

My hotel was close to many of the city's attractions.

Hop-on hop-off double-decker buses are a great way to see the city.

George Square

Glasgow's Municipal Chambers is located in this square.

There are many eateries around this 17th century church.

St. George's Tron Church

GOMA is the main gallery of contemporary art in Glasgow

Over the years, the castle has been used as a royal residence, military garrison, prison, and fortress.

Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum

A symbol of Glasgow's Engineering and Industrial heritage.

The Finnieston Crane

The SEC Armadillo

The auditorium, located near the River Clyde, is part of the Scottish Event Centre

The OVO Hydro is a multi-purpose indoor arena located within the Scottish Event Campus

The OVO Hydro

The Doulton Fountain at Glasgow Green is the largest terracotta fountain in the world.

Development takes it toll! The days of this landmark building in Glasgow are numbered

A whole day of rain added to our Glasgow experience.

Glasgow can get wet!

Glasgow felt less expensive than Edinburgh.

You can do your shopping at this city centre mall.

Many of Glasgow's streets are pedestrian-friendly

Check out the designer boutiques, stylish cafes, and bars in the area

Merchant City

Window shop and marvel at the fine diamonds and watches on display

Argyll Arcade

Glasgow's food scene is diverse and eclectic

Options range from traditional Scottish to Indian, Chinese, Japanese, Mediterranean and others

You'd think that you would find bargains on scotch whisky in Scotland. Surprisingly, you don't.

Stirling Castle is under an hour away from Glasgow. The town, its houses, and cemeteries are scenic.

GLASGOW