After taking a walk along Hill Street, stop by the Garnethill Viewpoint where you can see over the West End and surrounding hills with the Trinity Tower at Park Circus placeholder image
After taking a walk along Hill Street, stop by the Garnethill Viewpoint where you can see over the West End and surrounding hills with the Trinity Tower at Park Circus | Supplied

11 magical places that prove Glasgow is one of the UK's most beautiful cities

Paul Trainer
By Paul Trainer

Editor

Published 22nd May 2025, 12:28 BST
Updated 1st Jul 2025, 17:07 BST

Glasgow, the largest city in Scotland, has places across its neighbourhood that confirm its status as a magnificent urban location.

One of the most striking aspects of Glasgow is its architecture. The city boasts an impressive range of styles, from the grand Victorian buildings that line the city centre to the elegant Art Nouveau designs of Charles Rennie Mackintosh, Art Deco flourishes and medieval reminders of the past.

Landmarks like Glasgow City Chambers, the Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum and the Gilbert Scott Building at the University of Glasgow have become emblematic of the city. Other views bring together strands of city life, reflecting the past, present and future of Glasgow. Striking tenements, ornate churches and imposing warehouses have been repurposed to house cafes, galleries and independent creative businesses.

The inherent beauty of the city is something that should be fought for. Glasgow’s built heritage needs to be protected and buildings reclaimed. Views across the city remind us what we have, but also what can so easily be lost through neglect or disinterest.

The city’s natural beauty shines through with over 90 parks and green spaces. Kelvingrove Park, Glasgow Green, and Pollok Country Park offer peaceful interludes within the urban sprawl. This is a great time of year to take a walk around the city and remind yourself of the places that only exist in Glasgow.

Here are some of our favourite views of the city.

The Necropolis is Glasgow’s own Victorian garden cemetery on the hill behind Glasgow Cathedral - and is host to many of the city’s greatest figures of the Victorian era. Head here to watch the sun go down on the dear green place.

5. Glasgow Necropolis

The Necropolis is Glasgow’s own Victorian garden cemetery on the hill behind Glasgow Cathedral - and is host to many of the city’s greatest figures of the Victorian era. Head here to watch the sun go down on the dear green place. | Declan McConville

After snapping a few pictures walking through the cloisters at the University of Glasgow, head on outside for picturesque views over Glasgow's West End and beyond.

6. University of Glasgow

After snapping a few pictures walking through the cloisters at the University of Glasgow, head on outside for picturesque views over Glasgow's West End and beyond. | Glasgowist

A Glasgow View: The edge of Kelvingrove Park, the distinctive sweep of Park Circus including the new section. A row of landmarks on the Clyde. Towers against a backdrop of hills.

7. Park Circus

A Glasgow View: The edge of Kelvingrove Park, the distinctive sweep of Park Circus including the new section. A row of landmarks on the Clyde. Towers against a backdrop of hills. | Hawkaye

The grandeur of Royal Exchange Square and contrast with the modern atmosphere of Glasgow city centre.

8. Royal Exchange Square

The grandeur of Royal Exchange Square and contrast with the modern atmosphere of Glasgow city centre. | Visit Scotland

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