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Private Glasgow Food and Drink Tour

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3 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English

Overview

Discover the vibrant cultures of Glasgow on a walking food tour through Merchant City (city centre) and the East End. This immersive experience highlights the rich history and diverse culinary scene of the city, as you visit independent shops, restaurants, and bars. Taste sustainable produce like Cullen Skink, Chocolate and Whisky, while supporting local businesses and the economy. Soak up the local culture, hear tales of Glasgow’s rich history and enjoy plenty of laughs with the famous Glasgow patter.

We are local and we know local!

- Walk through the historic Merchant City and East End of Glasgow
- We’ll take you off the beaten path, share stories and take you to places only known to locals.
- Visit 4 independent shops, restaurants, and bars for a local experience
- Taste sustainable produce and support the local economy
- Engage with knowledgeable guides for an enriching cultural experience

What's Included

  • Cullen Skink
  • Haggis
  • Whisky & Beer
  • Tips
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Castle Street
Glasgow G4 0QZ, UK

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End point

Kings Court
91 King Street, Glasgow G1 5RB, UK

Only a short walk back to Buchanan Street if you want to hit the shops or check out more of Merchant City.

What To Expect

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Glasgow Cathedral

Where you'll meet your friendly guide and find out about our meeting point! They'll have a purple umbrella.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Drygate

It's tasty fish and chips with a beer to wash it down for your first tasting.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Merchant City

Our next stop is where you try our traditional Scottish food tastings! You'll try some whisky from Glasgow too! Slàinte
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50 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

City Chambers

We will walk past the city chambers - calling all Outlander fans! This area is where all the movies are made - World War Z to Spiderman to name a couple. We'll point out some filming locations while walking.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Merchant City

Our last stop is a hot chocolate with a Marshmallow! Their own chocolate is made here in Glasgow.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Merchant City

This is you multi-cultural tasting and it originated from Glasgow.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Subject to availability. Must book at least 48 hours before the tour starts
  • Specify dietary requirements when booking if any

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Glasgow Food and Drink Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (BST).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-170593P2

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What's Included

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  • Cullen Skink
  • Haggis
  • Whisky & Beer
  • Chocolate
  • Chicken Tikka Masala
  • Tips

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  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for people who cannot walk 2.5 miles broken up by stops. All venues have seating at them
  • You must be over 18 to participate on this tour
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Subject to availability. Must book at least 48 hours before the tour starts
  • Specify dietary requirements when booking if any
  • We require a minimum of 2 people for the tour to go ahead
  • Operated by a business

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