Merchant City
Glasgow
Visit Merchant City
Popular places to visit
George Square
A popular meeting place for visitors and locals alike, George Square is filled with statues and monuments and surrounded by historic architecture.
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 theatre scene and fascinating museums.
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.
Hampden Park
The home of Scottish soccer, this stadium is beloved by fans of the game who gather here for its electric atmosphere and popular museum about the sport's history.
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.
Buchanan Street
Cutting through the heart of Glasgow, this bustling pedestrianized street is lined with sleek shopping centers, restaurants and several cultural highlights.
Things to do
From Edinburgh: Small-Group Day Tour of Loch Lomond, Stirling & The Kelpies
Edinburgh: Loch Lomond, Stirling Castle and the Kelpies Day Tour
Loch Lomond & Stirling Castle from Edinburgh
Glasgow: Loch Lomond, the Trossachs and Stirling Castle
Loch Lomond: Scottish Highlands Sightseeing Cruise
Top hotels in Merchant City
The Social Hub Glasgow
Sign for direction to lift was not clear, too small, easy to get lost,
Reviewed on 10 May, 2026
Fraser Suites Glasgow
We stayed here for one night and left early the next morning for the airport. The suite is an excellent set up and was perfect for our family of 4. There are lots of restaurants and shops right out the main door. Would highly recommend this place. We parked in the parkade next store and were lucky ...
Reviewed on 10 May, 2026
Revolver Glasgow
Premier Inn Glasgow City - George Square
The staff was friendly and helpful. The room was nice. Linens and bed very soft. The bathroom fixtures needed maintenance.
Reviewed on 3 May, 2026
Ibis Styles Glasgow Centre George Square
Nice room for 1 person for a short stay. Location good if need to be in the city centre. Furniture and carpet a little worn. Boiler broke in the morning so no hot water for a shower.
Reviewed on 10 May, 2026
Mercure Glasgow City Hotel
We were not advised of refurbishment works. Hotel was shabby and untidy due to this. Early morning building works that should not have happened that early caused lack of sleep. No hot water in the morning so unable to shower.
Reviewed on 9 May, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Merchant City
City Centre Glasgow
Known for its fantastic nightlife and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in City Centre Glasgow. Check out top attractions like Buchanan Street and Glasgow Royal Concert Hall, and jump on the metro at Buchanan Street Station or St Enoch Station to see more of the city.
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
While Dennistoun may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Barrowland Ballroom and Merchant City.
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 Emirates Arena.
Kinning Park
If you're spending time in Kinning Park, check out sights like Alea Glasgow or Glasgow Science Centre and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Shields Road Station or Kinning Park Station.
Kelvinbridge
While you're in Kelvinbridge, take in top sights like Great Western Road and jump on the metro at Kelvinbridge Station to see more of the city.
