Southside Central Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit

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.

Hampden Park
The home of Scottish soccer, this stadium is beloved by fans of the game who gather here for its electric atmosphere and popular museum about the sport's history.

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.

Buchanan Street
Cutting through the heart of Glasgow, this bustling pedestrianized street is lined with sleek shopping centers, restaurants and several cultural highlights.

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.

George Square
George Square is a great introduction to Glasgow – its welcoming atmosphere and blend of historical and modern architecture present a microcosm of the city’s soul.
Activities

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Other neighbourhoods around Southside Central
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.
Pollokshields
When in Pollokshields, you can plan a visit to OVO Hydro and Queen's Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Merchant City
While visiting Merchant City, you might make a stop by sights like Merchant City and George Square.

Kinning Park
If you're spending time in Kinning Park, check out sights like Glasgow Science Centre or Alea Glasgow and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Shields Road Station or Kinning Park Station.

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.

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 Emirates Arena.
- OVO Hydro
- Loch Lomond
- Hampden Park
- Buchanan Street
- Scottish Exhibition and Conference Centre
- Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park
- George Square
- Glasgow Green
- Celtic Park
- Braehead Shopping Centre
- Kings Theatre Glasgow
- Botanic Gardens
- Bellahouston Park
- Glasgow Science Centre
- Sauchiehall Street
- Glasgow Cathedral
- SEA LIFE Loch Lomond Aquarium
- Hamilton Park Racecourse
- Balloch Castle