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Glasgow City Guide
Everything you need to know for your Glasgow 2026 trip (23 July - 2 Aug) 🏴
Quick Facts
Country
Scotland, United Kingdom
Games Dates
23 July - 2 Aug 2026
Timezone
BST (UTC+1) during Games — 4.5 hrs behind IST
Currency
British Pound Sterling (£ GBP)
July Weather
12–19°C, rain likely!
Emergency
999 (Police/Fire/Ambulance)
Getting to Glasgow
By Air
- ▸Glasgow Airport (GLA) — 15 min west of city centre
- ▸Edinburgh Airport (EDI) — 1 hr east, more international routes
- ▸Direct flights from Delhi/Mumbai to London, then Air India/BA to Glasgow (~1.5 hrs)
- ▸Budget: Ryanair, easyJet to Glasgow from many UK/European cities
By Train
- ▸Glasgow Central & Glasgow Queen Street — main stations
- ▸London to Glasgow: 4.5 hrs on Avanti West Coast (from £30)
- ▸Edinburgh to Glasgow: 50 min, trains every 15 min
- ▸ScotRail for local/regional services across Scotland
Getting Around Glasgow
SPT Subway
Glasgow's circular metro — 15 stations, fast access to West End & SEC
💡 Buy a SmartCard for discounted travel
First Bus
Extensive bus network covering all venues and suburbs
💡 Day ticket £5.20 — unlimited travel
Walking
Most venues are within 30 min walk of city centre
💡 Glasgow is very walkable — pack comfortable shoes
Scotrail
Suburban trains to East End venues (Tollcross, Velodrome)
💡 Dalmarnock station for Velodrome
Cycling
OVO Bikes (bike share) available across the city
💡 30 min free rides with membership
Taxi/Uber
Readily available, metered taxis are reliable
💡 Airport to city centre ~£20-25
Top Attractions
MuseumAI-generated illustrationKelvingrove Art Gallery & Museum
Free! World-class art & natural history collection
HistoricAI-generated illustrationGlasgow Cathedral
Stunning medieval cathedral dating to the 12th century
MuseumAI-generated illustrationRiverside Museum
Zaha Hadid-designed transport museum on the Clyde
LandmarkAI-generated illustrationGeorge Square
Glasgow's main civic square — Victorian architecture
HistoricAI-generated illustrationNecropolis
Victorian cemetery with panoramic city views — eerie & beautiful
ShoppingAI-generated illustrationBuchanan Street
Premier shopping street — boutiques to high street brands
NatureAI-generated illustrationGlasgow Botanic Gardens
Beautiful glasshouses (Kibble Palace) and riverside walks in the West End
NatureAI-generated illustrationLoch Lomond (day trip)
30 min drive — stunning Scottish Highlands scenery
Where to Stay
East End / Dennistoun
£50-120/nightBudget-friendly, near Velodrome & Tollcross
Walk to Sir Chris Hoy VelodromeMerchant City
£90-220/nightHistoric charm, quiet streets, good restaurants
Central — easy access to everythingPrices shown are approximate estimates based on current data and are for informational purposes only. Rates may vary significantly during the Games period (July 2026). Please check booking platforms for current pricing.
Food & Drink
🏴Scottish Classics
- •Haggis, neeps & tatties
- •Cullen skink (smoked fish soup)
- •Scottish tablet (fudge)
- •Irn-Bru (iconic Scottish soft drink)
🇮🇳Indian Food in Glasgow
- •Balbir's — legendary Punjabi cuisine
- •Mother India — award-winning Indian
- •Dhabba — North Indian fine dining
- •Gibson Street & Woodlands Road for authentic curries
🌱Vegetarian/Vegan
- •Stereo — vegan restaurant & bar
- •The 78 — vegan pub with great food
- •Saramago Café — CCA, fully vegan
- •Most Scottish restaurants offer v options
🍺Pubs & Nightlife
- •Ashton Lane — fairy-lit laneway of bars
- •BrewDog Glasgow — craft beer
- •Sub Club — legendary techno club
- •Sauchiehall Street — main nightlife strip
🇮🇳 Indian Fan Guide
🛂 UK Visa
Indian citizens need a Standard Visitor visa (apply 3-6 months ahead on gov.uk). Processing: 3-8 weeks.
💱 Currency Exchange
Use Wise/Revolut for best rates. ATMs widespread. Avoid airport exchanges.
📱 SIM Cards
Buy a Giffgaff, Three, or Voxi SIM at the airport. £10-15 for 30 days data + calls.
🕐 Time Difference
Glasgow is BST (UTC+1) during Games (July) — 4.5 hrs behind IST. In winter (GMT/UTC+0), it's 5.5 hrs behind.
🏥 Healthcare
NHS provides emergency care. Get travel insurance (mandatory recommendation).
🕌 Indian Community
Glasgow has a vibrant Indian/South Asian community. Gurdwaras and Hindu temples available.
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