Glasgow Group Activities & Weekends

Located in the Western Lowlands of Scotland and just over an hour’s drive from the capital Edinburgh, there is plenty to see and do here in the country’s second city, with a deep and rich history that allowed the city to develop into the modern powerhouse it is today.

This city is known for it’s vibrant nightlife and party atmosphere, dominated by over 700 bars & pubs, from chic and stylish wine bars and beer gardens to lively music venues that cater to all genres, so you’ll be spoilt for choice when it comes to planning your big Glasgow night out for your group occasion!

This diverse and cosmopolitan city is the perfect location for your next group occasion, whether it’s a birthday trip or just a fun break for you and your mates, there isn’t much that Glasgow doesn’t have to offer. With over 100 activities for you to pick and choose to make it a truly fantastic experience!

1. Old School Sports Day

Feel like big kids again with a host of retro school sports day games like the egg and spoon race!

3. Dance Party Ideas

Strut your stuff with the help of an expert dance instructor in a fully private dance class that’s in line with your chosen theme!

5. Paintballing

This adrenaline-pumping outdoor experience includes all the gear you need to get competitive in a series of high energy games!

7. Escape Rooms

Put your detective abilities to the test as you and your group try to solve clues and puzzles to try and escape in time!

9. Smartphone Pub Treasure Hunt

See what Glasgow’s pubs have to offer whilst tackling pub trivia questions and wacky challenges using the latest GPS and app technology.

Ladies Night Out

Sometimes, you and the girls just need to have a great night out on the town whether you’ve got something to celebrate or not. Lucky for you, Glasgow has one of the biggest and best nightlife scenes in the UK and is renowned for its party atmosphere and amazing clubs & bars.

How and where you spend your night is completely up to you. With over 700 drinking spots to choose from, whether you and the girls prefer small, quirky bars or big, loud venues or anything in between, Glasgow won’t disappoint when it comes to finding a great place to spend your night.

However, no night is complete without dancing till the early hours of the morning, right? So why waste time queueing to get into the club when you could be spending that precious time showing off your moves and having a great time? To save you the hassle, you can book nightclub entry & queue-jump access and even a booth with some drinks to make your night a little bit more special.

We also specialise in Glasgow hen party ideas if you need any inspiration

Reasons to Visit

Sports – Famous for it’s world-renowned football rivalry between its two local clubs, Rangers and Celtic, the city also hosted the 2014 Commonwealth Games and the first European Championships in 2018.

Shopping – With the largest shopping district outside of London, known as the “Style Mile” centred around the famous Buchanan St. and Argyle St, there’s stores from quirky independent retailers to big-name designer brands to suit everybody’s tastes.

History – With the area being populated for over a thousand years and being one of the biggest cities of importance during the days of the British Empire, Glasgow’s impressive and rich history is reflected in its streets and impressive buildings which you can’t miss.

Nightlife – Being a huge university city and the fourth most visited city in the UK, the nightlife built up around Glasgow has received legendary status and should absolutely be experienced on your visit!

Getting Around Glasgow 

Just like any other busy UK city, there are a variety of taxi companies operating across Glasgow that make quick manoeuvring between your accommodation and your planned activities a lot easier than walking! We’d recommend pre-booking your taxis if it’s for getting to activities just to make sure you arrive on time without any hiccups!

On the other hand, unlike most other major cities in the UK, Glasgow boasts its own rapid underground subway system that makes travelling around the city a breeze for both local residents and visitors. If you’re looking to get around the city quickly and without too much hassle, then taking the Glasgow Subway is your best option!

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