Things to Do in West End, Glasgow Glasgow's West End is home to Glasgow Cathedral, consecrated in 1197, and offers record music stores, vegan restaurants, and Mediterranean restaurants.
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Glasgow Cathedral ★ 4.6 · 10.5k★
Church of Scotland place of worship, consecrated in 1197, with post-war stained glass windows.
Mon–Fri 10 AM – 4 PM
Sat 10 AM – 4 PM
Sun 1 PM – 4 PM
Glasgow Science Centre ★ 4.6 · 8.5k
Science & technology museum offering interactive exhibits, plus a planetarium, IMAX theatre & cafes.
Mon 10 AM – 5 PM
Tue Closed
Wed–Fri 10 AM – 3 PM
Sat 10 AM – 5 PM
Sun 10 AM – 5 PM
Fat Sal's Kitchen ★ 5.0 · 350
Every day 1 PM – 11 PM
Strip Joint Records ★ 4.9 · 219
Every day 12 PM – 12 AM
House Of Cashmere Glasgow ★ 4.7 · 207
Bright boutique specializing in Scottish-made cashmere apparel & traditional Highland dress.
Every day 9 AM – 9 PM Where to eat & drink in West End
Gannet ★ 4.8 · 878· £100+
Stripped-back urban bar with exposed stone and industrial details, serving a compact European menu.
Mon Closed
Tue 5 PM – 9:30 PM
Wed–Fri 12 PM – 2:30 PM, 5 PM – 9:30 PM
Sat 12 PM – 2:30 PM, 5 PM – 9:30 PM
Sun Closed
Kelvingrove Café ★ 4.3 · 1.0k· £10–20
Brasserie bar with leather banquettes and wood panelling serving English mains, snacks and sliders.
Every day 10 AM – 1 AM
Roastit Bubbly Jocks ★ 4.7 · 804· £10-40
Smart restaurant with contemporary decor and an easygoing vibe, offering Modern Scottish cuisine.
Roast ★ 4.7 · 385· £1–10
Mon–Fri 7:30 AM – 3 PM
Sat 10 AM – 3 PM
Sun 10 AM – 3 PM
Machair Bar ★ 4.5 · 301· £10–20
Every day 12 PM – 12 AM
Butchershop Bar & Grill ★ 4.6 · 2.2k· £40–90
Manhattan-style space of exposed bricks and round booths of sumptuous leather serving a meaty menu.
Mon–Thu 12 PM – 11 PM
Fri 12 PM – 12 AM
Sat 12 PM – 12 AM
Sun 12 PM – 10:30 PM
The 78 ★ 4.5 · 1.2k· £10–20
Retro vegetarian dining room with coal fire, comfy armchairs, chunky tables and French windows.
Every day 12 PM – 12 AM
Pickled Ginger · £ £
A restaurant in Glasgow offering Japanese food.
Mon–Thu 12 PM – 10 PM
Fri 12 PM – 11 PM
Sat 12 PM – 11 PM
Sun 12 PM – 10 PM
Gloriosa ★ 4.5 · 586· £20–70
Mediterranean-influenced dishes & craft wine served in a cosy restaurant with a low-key vibe.
Every day 12 PM – 12 AM
William Cafe ★ 4.6 · 398
Every day 9 AM – 4:30 PM
Dukes Bar ★ 4.6 · 439· £1–10
Hip, rustic site for live music, DJs, open-mic nights and board games, with craft beer & spirits.
Every day 12 PM – 12 AM Planning time in West End?
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