Highlights
Explore Glasgow's music scene with this two hour guided walking tour of iconic venues in the Merchant City and East End. Entertaining and informative, this tour has all the stories about the legendary performers who have stayed, played and made music in Glasgow. The city has an unrivalled reputation for producing brilliant bands, making memorable music and putting on unforgettable shows. This tour will show you how and why. Our guides are enthusiastic music fans and writers who are immersed in Glasgow’s cultural life. The tour finishes at the hip and happening Mono Café Bar where customers can enjoy a 20% discount on food. You don't need to be a music expert to enjoy the tour and even if you are, you may still learn new things. Jam-packed with anecdotes, the tour is designed to show a different side of Glasgow to both visitors and locals.
About This Deal
Departure Point
- Meet your guide outside The Clutha Bar on Stockwell Street.
Return Details
Duration
2 hours
Languages Available
- Human tour guide - English
Points of Interest
Stop At: The Clutha Bar
167-169 Stockwell Street, Glasgow
One of Glasgow's best loved live music pubs, this Clydeside bar is covered with murals which showcase the diversity of the city's music scene through the years.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Britannia Panopticon Music Hall
113-117 Trongate, Glasgow
Britain’s oldest surviving music hall, the venerable Britannia Panopticon is still a working venue. As well as hosting legendary Scottish performers such as Harry Lauder, this atmospheric, hidden gem has seen stage stars ranging from Cary Grant to Stan Laurel. At present, due to Covid, we do not have access to Britannia Panopticon although we can still tell you all its great stories.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: City Halls & Old Fruitmarket
100 Candleriggs, Glasgow
The City Halls and Old Fruitmarket have been the location for many a memorable gig, including The Stranglers concert which led to punk rock being banned in Glasgow.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Tron Theatre
63 Trongate, Glasgow
Now a leading theatre and concert venue, this building's history includes a devastating date with the notorious Hellfire Club.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Barrowland Ballroom
244 Gallowgate, Glasgow
The Barrowland Ballroom is much loved by Glasgow gig-goers and its history is as colourful as the bands that have played here.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: St Andrews In The Square - Glasgow
1 St Andrew's Square, Glasgow
Barrowland Pathway artwork highlights many of the acts which have played its namesake venue. And from The Smiths and Simple Minds to David Bowie and Bob Dylan, we have brilliant stories about many of the big names who have played here.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Barrowland Park
10 St. Andrews Lane, Gallowgate, Glasgow
A beautiful, 18th century church turned live music venue, St Andrews has lively links to the biggest names in Scotland's cultural history.
Duration: 5 minutes
Additional Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please contact us to discuss any mobility issues.
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Please be at departure point 10 minutes prior to scheduled departure time
- Includes voucher for 20% discount on food at Mono Cafe Bar.
Exclusions
- Food and drinks, unless specified
Redemption Instructions
• Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
Voucher Info
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
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Fine Print
14-day cancellation rights do not apply; no refunds or exchanges permitted. Voucher valid only for date and time listed; may not be exchanged or redeemed for other dates. Purchaser name and phone number must be provided at checkout; this information will be shared with Viator and the tour operator for purposes of order fulfillment. Groupon promo codes may not be used for this offer. Groupon voucher Terms of Sale do not apply. See the tour operator's terms and conditions for this offer here.
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