City Sightseeing Glasgow

07/09/2024

Hi folks,
Unfortunately due to disturbances through the City. Our RED ROUTE will be suspended til 1515. Our YELLOW ROUTE will operate via a diversion. All passengers on the RED ROUTE will be allowed travel on our YELLOW ROUTE.

07/09/2024

Good afternoon folks,

On advice from Police Scotland we have temporarily moved our Stop 1 for both RED and YELLOW ROUTES to Cathedral St.
Please see maps for where to alight and board.

06/09/2024

Congratulations to the Glasgow Science Centre on reaching 6 million visitors! 🎊🥳

We love this wonderful iconic Glasgow museum full of interactive exhibits and breathtaking experiences!

Why not hop off this weekend for a chance to win one of their Golden Prize tickets!?

You'll find the Glasgow Science Centre at stop 11 on our Red Route and stop 16 of our Yellow route

04/09/2024

❗️Yellow Tour Update❗️

Please note that we will be unable to serve stop 15 for Ibrox on Sunday 8 September until Thursday 12 September.

We apologise for any inconvenience caused by this

30/08/2024

❗️Timetable change to every 15 mins from 2 September❗️

Please note that as of Monday 2 September our red tour will be returning to a 15 minute frequency. Our first bus will leave George Square at 9am and the last bus will be at 18:30pm

Our yellow route will be remaining at a 30 minute frequency for the month of September.

to view our timetables visit https://citysightseeingglasgow.co.uk/find-my-bus/ where you fill also find our live bus tracker

28/08/2024

Whats our favourite Oasis song you ask? 🤔

Well there's so many great tunes it's hard to choose.... but off the top of our heads we'd have to say.....

'llStopNow

26/08/2024

❗️Stop 7 Closed (Red Route)❗
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Please note that we are unable to serve stop 7 at the moment due to a lane being closed on St Vincent Street.

We apologise for any inconvenience caused by this. Our nearest stop would be stop number 8 for Central Station Follow link to see map for location of stop 8 https://ow.ly/YoZ650T6gai

23/08/2024

🌻Experience Van Gogh in Glasgow! 🌃

This weekend will be the last chance to visit the Beyond Van Gogh Exhibition in the SEC. This wonderful immersive exhibition allows you to experience the art of Van Gogh like never before.

Dont miss out!

https://www.sec.co.uk/events/detail/beyond-van-gogh

Welcome to the Scottish Event Campus (SEC).

22/08/2024

☔️☀️ I want to see the sunshine after the rain! ☀️☔️

We're cautiously optimistic here in Glasgow that what we are seeing in the sky might in fact be a bit of sun! After a week of on and off showers its a welcome sight!

*Disclaimer* Skies were blue at time of posting - subject to change roughly every 5 mins. We love Scottish weather! ☀️☔️🌩️ ❤️

21/08/2024

❗️Just a reminder that this service update is still in effect❗️

❗️Stops 13, 14, 15 closed from June 17 ❗️

Due to the closure of Byres Rd and Church St we will be unable to serve stops 13, 14 for Glasgow university and Stop 15 for Byres Road from 17 June to the 11 July 2024.

Our Red route will divert through Partick and straight to the Kelvingrove. We will miss stops 13,14 and 15 during these works.

To visit the University of Glasgow – we advise alighting at stop 16 and taking the route through Kelvingrove park, through the Kelvin way and turning left at University Avenue.

For more information see our service update page here https://citysightseeingglasgow.co.uk/category/our-updates/

We apologise for any inconvenience caused by this.

19/08/2024

Happy Birthday Alastair! 🥳

One of our longest serving drivers/ tour guides turned 80 last week!

Of course we couldn't let the occasion pass without celebrating in true Glasgow tour bus style, with Alastair being piped onto his own private tour by colleagues and friends old and new!

Thank you Alastair for all your hard work through the years! 🎉

16/08/2024

The Perks of Being a Tour Guide! 😎

What do you do when family visits all the way from across the Atlantic and you want to show them the very best of Glasgow? 🤔🇺🇸

Our brilliant tour guide, Keith, knew exactly what to do—he treated them to his own fantastic open-top tour of the city! 🚍✨

But guess what? You don’t have to be a tour guide to give your guests the ultimate Glasgow experience! Whether it’s their first time in the city or they’re returning to rediscover it, our tour has everything you need.

With 2 routes, 40 stops, and all of Glasgow’s top attractions covered, you can ensure your family and friends get the full Glasgow experience! 🌟

14/08/2024

Thank you The Olive Tree Family for this wonderful post about our red tour! We're so glad you and your guests had such a good day with us :)

13/08/2024

❗️World Bagpipe Championships

Customers please note that we are currently unable to serve stops 4 and 5 for Glasgow Green and the Barras Marketplace due to the World Bagpipe Championships taking place in Glasgow Green.

We are operating a temporary stop for the Green outside of St Andrews in the Square. Please see pir updates page for further information https://citysightseeingglasgow.co.uk/category/our-updates/

We apologise for any inconvenience caused by this.

12/08/2024

🎶Pipes at the Kelvingrove 🎶

Hop off at stop 16 of our red route this week to enjoy this amazing free event at the Kelvingrove Art Gallery & Museum. Part of the Piping Live festival across Glasgow!

🎵We are delighted to host a series of free daily piping recitals here at Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum to celebrate Piping Live, Glasgow’s International Piping Festival.

⏲️Come and hear the sounds of the pipes every day this week in the magnificent Centre Hall for a free performance at 2pm.

📅 Mon 12th - Ailis Sutherland - Highland Pipes
📅Tues 13th - Dråm - Swedish Pipes
📅Wed 14th - EOGHANXO - a Galician Gaita and Fiddle player
📅Thurs 15th - Armagh Pipers Club - Irish Uillean Pipes
📅Fri 16th - Ross Ainslie - Highland Pipes

And on Friday, it’s an extra special piping occasion where piper Ross Ainslie will play a duet with our very own Kelvingrove organist, for a musical fusion like no other! 🎶

Find out more about Piping Live here ⤵️

https://pipinglive.co.uk/

08/08/2024

Spotlight on Ashton Lane 🌃✨

Picturesque Ashton Lane just off of Byres road is one of our worst kept secrets on the tour! Once home to old stables and a blacksmith, it's now one of Glasgow's most charming spots, adorned with twinkling fairy lights and bustling with life. Enjoy cozy pubs, trendy bars, and the iconic Grosvenor Cinema!

Start your Ashton Lane adventure by hopping off our open-top bus at Stop 15

03/08/2024

🏙️✨ Discover Glasgow from a New Perspective! ✨🏙️

Its always said that the best way to see Glasgow is to remember to look up! The city’s most stunning architectural features are often above street level, from intricate Victorian details to modern marvels. Each building tells a story, so take a moment to appreciate the beauty and history all around you.

And obviously one of the best ways to get a first class view of this stunning architecture is by hopping on our open top bus!

30/07/2024

❗️Stop 11 closed on Yellow tour 31 July and 1 August❗️

Customers please note that stop 11 on the yellow route will be closed due to roadworks on the 31 of July and 1 August.

We apologise for any inconvenience caused by this.

30/07/2024

🚢 Planning a visit to Glasgow from your cruise ship? Check out this handy article for top tips and advice on how to get from Greenock cruise port to our HOHO bus!

🌟 Don't miss out on the fascinating history and stunning architecture that Glasgow has to offer.

🔗 https://citysightseeingglasgow.co.uk/cruise-ship-to-glasgow-hop-on-hop-off-bus-tour/

Advice for cruise ship passengers on getting to Glasgow from Greenock Cruise Port

25/07/2024

Did you know 🤔🏛️...

The Kelvingrove Art Gallery & Museum, regularly voted one of Glasgow's most stunning buildings, was actually influenced by Spanish Baroque architecture. The two main towers are said to imitate the towers of the Santiago de Compostela Cathedral in Spain! 🇪🇸

And no, contrary to popular belief, the building is not built "back to front"! It's just one of Glasgow's many urban myths!

16/07/2024

🌈Pride Glasgow Saturday 20 July 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️💕

Please note that we are expecting some delays and disruptions due to the Pride march taking place this Saturday 20 July.

Both yellow and red tours will be unable to serve stops 4 and 5
Red Route will have a temporary stop for Glasgow Green at St Andrews on the Square.

See the full parade route below and keep track of our buses by visiting our Find My Bus page https://citysightseeingglasgow.co.uk/find-my-bus/

15/07/2024

Happy Fair Monday! ☀️

This time we're lucky to have fantastic weather for it! 😎

Did you know that Glasgow Fair is one of the city's oldest traditions and dates all the way back to the 12 Century?

Traditionally Glaswegians would take the opportunity to go on holiday "Doon the watter" or down the River Clyde to the seaside on this day.

However if you can't make it doon the watter on this glorious sunny day - you can go roon the toon with us! Get your tickets at https://ow.ly/i9sX50SBnia

13/07/2024

They might not have been on our open top bus today 🥹(we've moved on...) but we're pleased the super talented Glasgow band that is Travis, choose our sister company Kintyre Express to scoot about the west coast. Feedback from our Kintyre Express team, despite their global rock star credentials they were the loveliest - and most down to earth guys - they've hosted. We're delighted, you can take the boys out of Glasgow (and the west coast)...but you can't take the Glasgae (or west coast) out the boys 🥰⭐️🫶🤩

13/07/2024

Our Brand New Electroliners are Saying "Hello" to Glasgow! 👋

We love this pic of one of our brand-new fleet spotted outside the OVO Hydro Arena!

Hopping on our tour buses is now one of the smoothest and greenest ways to make the most of your trip to Glasgow. 🌱🚌

12/07/2024

❗️Stops 4 and 5 closed on Yellow route Sunday 14 July

Customers please note that due to filming on the Gallowgate, we will be unable to serve stops 4 and 5 on the yellow route for High Street and the Barras Market place.

We apologise for any inconvenience caused by this

10/07/2024

Fantastic review in the The Herald about our new yellow route! 💛😊

Us Glaswegians who proclaim the virtues of our city (whether you want to hear them or not) fancy ourselves as its cultural ambassadors and part-time…

09/07/2024

09/07/2024

❗️Stop 6 closed 10 July until further notice❗
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Please note that due to road closures we will be unable to serve stop 6 from 10 July until further notice.

Stops 4 and 5 will also remain closed throughout the TRNSMT music festival due to road closures.

We apologise for any inconvenience caused but this

04/07/2024

If you're planning on visiting Ibrox stadium at stop 15 this summer don't miss the chance to meet Broxi Bear! 🐻

Hop off on the weekends of 5-7 July and 12-14 July for a special tour around the Rangers Museum. Collect stamps as you make your way around Broxi’s Trail and experience immersive exhibits showcasing the illustrious history of the club, this experience is a treat for all ages.

02/07/2024

❗️Disruption to Route 6 July 2024❗️

Please note that due to Boyne Parades taking place in Glasgow city centre on the 6 July we will be running a reduced service. We will be unable to serve stops 1-7 on our red route and stops 4,5,7,8,9 or 10 on the yellow route.

Stop 1 for the red route will be moved to Cathedral Street under the bridge behind Queen Street Station

Stop 1 for the yellow route will be moved to Cathedral Street outside the City of Glasgow College.

We will be offering a reduced rate due to this – pre-bookings will be contacted for partial refunds.

For more info visit https://ow.ly/9NG150StGs1

We apologise for any inconvenience caused by this.