Walk through Glasgow’s Merchant City with guide Dave to uncover the stories behind its rise as an industrial giant. Discover the inventors and reformers who shaped the city’s future.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
2 hours
Fitness Level
Moderate walking fitness required, minimal elevation changes
Wildlife
History
Glasgow became a vital hub for shipbuilding and heavy industry during the 18th and 19th centuries, shaping much of the city’s cultural identity.
Conservation
The tour promotes responsible tourism by encouraging visitors to respect the historic sites and support local businesses in Merchant City.
Walking Tours in the UK
Walk through Glasgow’s Merchant City with guide Dave to uncover the stories behind its rise as an industrial giant. Discover the inventors and reformers who shaped the city’s future.
Walking Tours in the UK is a Scotland-based tour provider located in Edinburgh, Scotland, offering guided walking tours across multiple UK cities. The company presents a broad program of city tours, private tours, and themed experiences that include historical walks, dark-side tours, street art routes, whisky and gin tastings, castle visits, and specialty student-guided walks.
Tours range from short 1.5-hour city strolls to 3-hour highlights and full-day private options. Itineraries and themes reflect local heritage and contemporary culture in destinations such as Inverness, St Andrews, Stirling, Aberdeen, Oban, Glasgow, Manchester, York, Liverpool, Leeds, Nottingham, Birmingham, Stratford-Upon-Avon, Windsor, Oxford, Bristol, and Bath. Many tours are explicitly offered as private bookings, and several experiences include guided tastings or visits to specific landmarks.
Walking Tours in the UK uses local guides with knowledge of each city's history, folklore, and cultural highlights. The business is featured on The Adventure Collective, and listings regularly describe the available experiences by duration and theme. Descriptions for each trip specify whether a tour is private, the typical duration (for example, 1.5-hour or 3-hour), and highlights such as castles, city centres, or thematic content like “The Dark Side,” street art, or whisky events.
This factual summary is based on the company's advertised trip listings and location information. Prospective guests can review individual trip descriptions to select the appropriate city, theme, and booking option.
Tours Offered
87
Wide selection across the UK
Cities Covered
18 cities
Historic cities across the UK
Tour Lengths
1.5–3 hours
Short, flexible walking tours
Private Tours
52
Available across listed UK cities
Book private or small-group tours in Edinburgh and other UK cities — secure preferred dates for 1.5- and 3-hour experiences.
Wear sturdy walking shoes
Cobblestone streets and uneven pavements are common—comfortable footwear is essential.
Bring a water bottle
Stay hydrated during the roughly two-hour walking tour through the city.
Check the weather forecast
Glasgow’s weather can change rapidly; layering clothes will keep you comfortable.
Arrive early for the best start
Starting on time ensures you get the full tour experience without missing highlights.
Comfortable walking shoes
Protect your feet on uneven and cobbled streets.
Weather-appropriate layers
Adapt to Glasgow’s unpredictable weather with flexible clothing.
Water bottle
Stay hydrated during the tour.
Light backpack or bag
Carry essentials like a camera, map, and snacks easily.