Merchant City
Glasgow
Visit Merchant City
Popular places to visit
George Square
The people of Glasgow love their spacious central gathering place, which is full of statues and surrounded by stately buildings and restaurants.
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 theater 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.
Things to do
Edinburgh: Loch Lomond, Stirling Castle and the Kelpies Day Tour
From Edinburgh: Small-Group Day Tour of Loch Lomond, Stirling & The Kelpies
Glasgow: Loch Lomond, the Trossachs and Stirling Castle
Loch Lomond: Island Discovery 2-Hour Cruise
Merchant City Hotel Deals
The Social Hub Glasgow
This was a great hotel. Perfect location for visiting the town central. Clean rooms and excellent staff. Lots of shopping in the area and the restaurants were amazing. I always felt safe and would not hesitate to stay here again.
Reviewed on Oct 19, 2025
Ibis Styles Glasgow Centre George Square
Lovely hotel in great location.
Reviewed on Oct 24, 2025
Revolver - Hostel
We had a private room with a double bed, was very comfy and room was clean, we arrived 20-30 minutes before check in and was able to head to room straight away, would definitely stay again!
Reviewed on Oct 4, 2025
Millennium Hotel Glasgow
Great staff and great rooms.
Reviewed on Oct 19, 2025
Mercure Glasgow City Hotel
It was OK.
Reviewed on Oct 22, 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 Oct 19, 2025
Other neighborhoods around Merchant City
City Centre Glasgow
Home to Glasgow's main cultural venues and higher education institutions, this bustling central district offers luxury apartments, shopping at Buchanan Galleries and Princes Square, and historic sights like Glasgow Cathedral and George Square.
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
Dennistoun might not have many top sights, but Barrowland Ballroom and Merchant City are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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 is abundant dining options, live music, and stunning river views. You might want to check out attractions like OVO Hydro or Clyde Auditorium while you're exploring the neighborhood.
