On Old Firm days in Glasgow, the whole city comes alive.
But for those of you who will NOT be watching the game, what should you do in Glasgow on that day? We’ve put together four of the best things to do in the city if you’re not watching football.
Walk up the Necropolis
Situated in between the Royal Infirmary and Drygate bar and overlooking Glasgow Cathedral in the East End, the Necropolis provides an incredible view of the city. Looking out onto the gothic Royal Infirmary and Cathedral to one side, and an expansive view out to the East of the city on the other, whatever way you look the views are astounding.
The Necropolis was established by the Merchant’s House of Glasgow in 1831 and is modelled on Père-Lachaise in Paris. It is said to have had 50,000 burials there with 3500 tombs. A monument to John Knox stands at the top of the hill having been erected in 1825.
The Necropolis is just over a 15-minute walk from George Square and is surrounded by Dennistoun coffee shops and bars if you fancy a wee tipple afterwards.
Visit the art museums
If you fancy more of a cultural day out, Glasgow is not short of museums to keep you entertained.
Head over to the West End and visit Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, a firm favourite for Glaswegians. Free to enter and the most visited museum in the UK outside of London, Kelvingrove is the perfect stop on a day off.
Home to Salvador Dali’s ‘Christ of St John of the Cross’ and many more, Kelvingrove Art Gallery is a great place to avoid the football madness.
Not to mention the array of West End cafés, bars and restaurants in your vicinity for a drink or bite to eat after a wander round the gallery.
If classic art isn’t your thing, head to GoMA, Glasgow’s gallery of modern art. Situated in Royal Exchange Square in the heart of the Merchant City, the gallery shows exhibitions and workshops of contemporary art.
Walk in Pollok Country Park
A walk around Pollok Park is a great way to feel like you’re out of the city, without really being out of the city.
The only Country Park in Glasgow, it’s extensive woodland walks and gardens provide a peaceful day away from the hustle and bustle of football madness.
After a long walk through the park, you’re only a short distance from Shawlands where you are absolutely spoiled for choice on coffee shops and cafés to refuel.
Visit House for an Art Lover
Over in Bellahouston Park sits the famous Charles Rennie Mackintosh’s House for an Art Lover. Spend an afternoon exploring the grounds before stopping at the café for some tea and cake.
As they hold private events at the House throughout the year, opening times vary for the Mackintosh exhibition so they recommend checking the website the week you are visiting for up-to-date opening hours.
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