Merchant City, Glasgow

Name: Merchant City
Address: Glasgow, United Kingdom
Telephone: +44 141 552 5255

#378 among attractions in Glasgow

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The Merchant City is the area close to George Square and Glasgow City Chambers, and reaching Glasgow Cross, some parts dating from the medieval period, in the centre of Glasgow, Scotland. It contains offices, flats, retail shops, restaurants, and bars. It is also home to the former Royal Exchange at Queen Street, GoMA, the Gallery of Modern Art, City Halls & Old Fruitmarket, Merchant Square, and the Scottish Youth Theatre. It hosts many annual festivals. ()

Coordinates: 55°51'33"N, 4°14'47"W

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City Centre (Merchant City)Glasgow United Kingdom

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+44 141 552 5255

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Merchant City – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Gallery of Modern Art, The 13th Note, George Square, University of Strathclyde Students' Association.

~1350 ftW
Museum, Art museum, Modern art museum
Gallery of Modern Art, Glasgow
7 min walk • The Gallery of Modern Art, nestled in the heart of Glasgow, United Kingdom, stands as a testament to contemporary creativity and the vibrant art scene of the city. This premier destination for art enthusiasts and casual visitors alike is housed in an elegant...
~1120 ftS
Nightlife
The 13th Note, Glasgow
6 min walk • The 13th Note is a cultural hub nestled in the heart of Glasgow, United Kingdom, known for its eclectic mix of music, art, and vegetarian cuisine. This unique venue, which has garnered a reputation as a cornerstone of the city's independent music scene, is a haven for...
~1110 ftNW
Square
George Square, Glasgow
6 min walk • George Square is a grand civic space that lies at the very heart of Glasgow, the largest city in Scotland. It is a central hub of activity, framed by architecturally significant buildings that reflect the city's rich Victorian heritage.
~1190 ftN
Dancing, Nightlife
University of Strathclyde Students' Association, Glasgow
6 min walk • The University of Strathclyde Students' Association (USSA) is the beating heart of student life for those studying at the University of Strathclyde, located in the vibrant city of Glasgow, United Kingdom. As a hub of activity, the association is dedicated to enriching...
~1220 ftW
Monuments and statues, Historical place
Duke of Wellington Statue, Glasgow
6 min walk • In the heart of Glasgow stands a statue that has become as much a symbol of the city's character as it is a monument to a historical figure. The Duke of Wellington Statue, located outside the Gallery of Modern Art on Royal Exchange Square, is a familiar sight to both...
~770 ftNW
Architecture, Historical place
City Chambers, Glasgow
4 min walk • The City Chambers or Municipal Buildings in Glasgow, Scotland, has functioned as the headquarters of Glasgow City Council since 1996, and of preceding forms of municipal government in the city since 1889. It is located on the eastern side of the city's George Square. It is a Category A listed building.
~780 ftS
Music and shows, Nightlife, Music venue
Britannia Music Hall, Glasgow
4 min walk • The Britannia Music Hall in Trongate, Glasgow, Scotland is one of the oldest remaining music halls in Britain. It is located above an amusement arcade, at 113-117 Trongate. Built in 1857/58 by and for city builder Archibald Blair whose architects were Thomas Gildard and Robert H. M.
~770 ftS
Museum, Art museum, Art gallery
Sharmanka Kinetic Theatre, Glasgow
4 min walk • The Sharmanka Kinetic Gallery is a theatre of kinetic sculpture, where hundreds of carved figures and pieces of old scrap perform an incredible choreography to haunting music and synchronised light, telling the humorous and tragic stories of the human spirit as it struggles against the relentless circles of life and death.
~880 ftS
Theater, Concerts and shows, Bars and clubs
Tron Theatre, Glasgow
5 min walk • The Tron Theatre is located at the corner of Trongate and Chisholm Street, in what was formerly the Collegiate Church of Our Lady and St Anne in the Merchant City area of Glasgow, Scotland. The Tron Steeple still stands adjacent to the theatre.
~320 ftE
Music and shows, Nightlife, Music venue
Glasgow City Halls, Glasgow
2 min walk • Glasgow's City Halls and Old Fruitmarket is a concert hall and former market located on Candleriggs, in the Merchant City, Glasgow, Scotland.
~1120 ftNE
Street, Park
Rottenrow, Glasgow
6 min walk • Rottenrow is a street in the city of Glasgow in Scotland. It is located at Townhead, in the northern periphery of the city centre, and is located entirely within the John Anderson Campus of the University of Strathclyde.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Merchant City?

Nearby attractions include Hutchesons' Hall, Glasgow (2 min walk), Glasgow City Halls, Glasgow (2 min walk), The Ramshorn, Glasgow (2 min walk), The Old Fruitmarket, Glasgow (2 min walk).

How to get to Merchant City by public transport?

The nearest stations to Merchant City:

Bus

Glassford Street / Garth Street • Lines: 2 (3 min walk)
Trongate / Stockwell Street; • Lines: 2 (4 min walk)

Train

Argyle Street (5 min walk)
High Street (7 min walk)

Metro

Buchanan Street • Lines: Subway (10 min walk)
St Enoch • Lines: Subway (10 min walk)