Things to Do in Princes Square, Glasgow

A compact central Glasgow pocket around the ornate Princes Square arcade on Buchanan Street. The 19th-century courtyard has been transformed into a theatrical stack of shops and restaurants, while the Gallery of Modern Art, Royal Exchange Square, and the pedestrian “Style Mile” place Victorian commerce at the heart of the modern city center.

Princes SquareShopping Mall
Slanj KiltsSpecialty Store
Argyll ArcadeShopping Street

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Top things to do in Princes Square

Princes Square
★ 4.4 · 5.5k
Shopping Mall
Shopping mall food court with Spanish tapas, Italian and grill options as well as stylish bars.
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Slanj Kilts
★ 4.8 · 166
Specialty Store
A kilt shop that offers kilt hire, custom-made kilts, and tartan accessories like ties and keyring loops.
Mon–Fri
9:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Sat
9:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Sun
Closed
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Argyll Arcade
★ 4.3 · 1.6k
Shopping Street
Chic, Parisian-style arcade with a glass roof and over 30 jewellers and diamond merchants.
Mon–Fri
9 AM – 6 PM
Sat
9 AM – 6 PM
Sun
11 AM – 5:30 PM
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Fat Buddha Store
★ 4.4 · 331
Art Supply
Urban clothing, hip trainers, accessories and spray paints, in a store reflecting street culture.
Mon–Fri
10 AM – 6 PM
Sat
10 AM – 6 PM
Sun
11 AM – 5 PM
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Pauline Books & Media
★ 4.6 · 169
Bookstore
A Catholic bookstore offering bibles, prayerbooks, scripture study materials, religious education resources, inspirational music, and spirituality items.
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Where to eat & drink in Princes Square

Sloans
★ 4.3 · 3.6k
Pub· £10–20
Decadent venue over 3 floors with Grand Ballroom, stunning central staircase and outside courtyard.
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Sugo Pasta
★ 4.6 · 4.4k
Italian· £10–20
Trendy restaurant serving traditional Italian pasta dishes in an industrial-style setting.
Mon–Thu
11 AM – 10:30 PM
Fri
11 AM – 11 PM
Sat
11 AM – 11 PM
Sun
11 AM – 10:30 PM
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MacSorley’s
★ 4.5 · 1.5k
Live Music· £10–20
Snug 19th-century ale house lined with memorabilia, hosting regular live music and open-mic nights.
Mon
Closed
Tue–Fri
11 AM – 12 AM
Sat
11 AM – 12 AM
Sun
11 AM – 12 AM
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Willow Tea Rooms
★ 4.3 · 2.8k
Tea House· $$
Cafe rooms filled with elegant high backed chairs and leaded glass according to Art Nouveau theme.
Mon–Fri
9 AM – 6 PM
Sat
9 AM – 6:30 PM
Sun
10 AM – 6 PM
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Bar Soba
★ 4.3 · 603
Asian Fusion· £10–20
Vibrant diner-bar serving innovative Southeast Asian street food & cocktails amid an upbeat vibe.
Mon
Closed
Tue–Wed
12 PM – 10 PM
Thu
12 PM – 11 PM
Fri
12 PM – 12 AM
Sat
12 PM – 12 AM
Sun
12 PM – 8 PM
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The Clubhouse
★ 4.9 · 143
Sports Bar· £10–50
A city centre sports bar and restaurant in Glasgow offering live sports on big screens, all-day casual dining, cold beers, and Scottish whiskies.
Mon–Thu
10 AM – 11 PM
Fri
10 AM – 12 AM
Sat
10 AM – 12 AM
Sun
11 AM – 11 PM
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TABAC
★ 4.4 · 712
Cocktail Bar· £10–20
Cosy watering hole featuring a menu of beer, wine & creative signature cocktails in a contemporary space.
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