Pubs

With over eight hundred bars and pubs in the city, there will never be a lack of choice of where to go for an evening drink. There are bars to suit all tastes and personalities. Some turn into music bars later in the evening with DJ’s sets until midnight.

Theme bars

These can range from nation themes such as Irish or Australian bars seen in many cities to the more unusual types such as Star Wars, Frankenstein or a Prison theme.

Trendy bars

Style and fashion conscious drinkers are attracted to these bars predominantly located in the set of streets between St Vincent and Sauchiehall.

Student Bars

Easier on the pocket, these are most likely to be found in the West end of the city where bars and pubs have a more laid back feel.

Gay pubs

The gay scene is loosely based towards the Merchant city.

Traditional Pubs

These types of pubs have more of a classic pub character such as the Horseshoe Bar, an establishment dating back to the 19th century.

Clubs

The bulk of nightclubs are to be found in the centre of the main shopping area around Buchanan and Argyle Streets.

Clubs are varied and constantly changing but are sure to cater for a range of musical tastes including R&B, drum and bass, popular chart and dance music. Most clubs stay open until 3 am.

Live Music

Glasgow has a vibrant live music scene with several acts originating from the city achieving worldwide success. The types of music that are possible to see are diverse and range from classical to R&B, pop to folk music.

Scottish Exhibition and Conference Centre (SECC)

Located on the River Clyde, this large venue hosts concerts by world famous popular acts.

Glasgow Royal Concert Hall

This dedicated concert hall provides a range of music from classical to folk, world, country, rock and pop hosting over 400 concerts a year.

The Barrowlands

A Glaswegian legend for many generations, this is a more intimate venue for rock and pop acts. With its long and interesting history it also attracts well known acts keen to play in a charismatic setting.

The Arches

This versatile and unique venue located under Glasgow central station, is also a theatre, nightclub, recording studio and rehearsal venue. It stages a wide variety of arts productions including live music, plays and exhibitions.

Carling Academy

A more recent addition to the Glasgow music scene, this venue attracts both known and unknown acts.

King Tut’s Wah Wah Hut

Performing here has been the turning point in many bands careers, Oasis were famously spotted here in the early 1990’s.

The 13th Note

This jazz venue is also a relaxed bar with a vegetarian and vegan café.

Victoria Pub

This is a traditional 19th century pub on the River Clyde that has become known for hosting regular live traditional folk music.