Glasgow Audio Tour: Glasgow’s Creative Corridor Audio Tour

Glasgow Audio Tour: Glasgow’s Creative Corridor Audio Tour

By AllTours

Self-guided audio tour of Glasgow. Explore the area while listening to fascinating stories.

Location

Glasgow University Union

Glasgow University Union 32 University Ave G12 8LX United Kingdom

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Highlights

  • In person

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 7 days before event

About this event

Embark on the Kelvin to Canvas: Glasgow’s Creative Corridor Audio Tour – Your Personal Adventure in Glasgow!

Step into the soul of Glasgow with our immersive self-guided audio tour. Wander through historic streets, uncover hidden gems, and let the city's rich tapestry of stories unfold at your own pace. Whether you're a history enthusiast, a curious traveler, or someone seeking a unique experience, this tour is your perfect companion.

 

🗺️ Tour Details

  • Duration: 2 hours 20 minutes
  • Distance: Around 4.8 km (3.0 miles)
  • Audio Content: up to 1h 13min
  • Stops: 11 captivating landmarks including Glasgow University Union, Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, Kelvingrove Park

Experience the charm of Glasgow like never before. Dive deep into tales of yesteryears, marvel at architectural wonders, and feel the pulse of the city as you navigate through its vibrant streets.

 

🎒 What's Included

  • Professionally narrated audio stories bringing Glasgow's history to life
  • Interactive map to guide your journey seamlessly
  • Opportunities to explore and capture the city's most picturesque spots
  • Flexibility to start, pause, and resume the tour at your convenience

ℹ️ Important Info

  • This is a self-guided audio tour on your phone so no in-person guide.
  • You'll need a smartphone with Android 7.0+ or iOS 16+ (iPhone 8 or later).
  • You can start the tour at any time (the event time does not matter).
  • The tour will be available to you forever so you can explore on any day.
  • Bring headphones and make sure your phone is charged!

 

📲 Getting Started is Easy!

Once you book the tour, you'll receive an email within 10 minutes containing your unique redemption code and simple instructions to download our app. Enter the code, and you're all set to explore Glasgow on your terms. It doesn't matter which date or time you select, when you redeem the code, the audio tour will be available to you permanently so you can explore on any day.

 

👥 Who's It For?

Whether you're a solo traveler, a couple seeking a romantic escapade, a family on an educational outing, or a group of friends eager for adventure, this tour caters to all. It's perfect for those who value flexibility, rich storytelling, and the freedom to explore without constraints.

 

🎬 Tour Description

Beneath Glasgow’s grand sandstone and smoky skies, secrets hide in every cobbled corner—whispered tales of rebellion, rivalry, and riotous celebration still echo through its most storied streets. Trace this city’s heartbeat on a self-guided audio tour, wandering from the debating thunder of Glasgow University Union to hidden marvels near Kelvinbridge subway and the opulent curves of the Park District.

What mysterious code does Daft Friday conceal behind Union walls? Who risked everything at midnight when floodwaters threatened Kelvinbridge’s deep tunnels? Which Park District townhouse once held meetings that shook Scottish football—and what remains there today?

Stride through stories of defiant protests, lavish masked balls, forgotten rivalries, and improbable triumphs. Every step reveals another layer—the laughter of students, shadows of political plots, and whispers carried by river mist.

Ready to lift the veil on Glasgow’s hidden history? Begin now—and let these legendary streets rewrite the city you thought you knew.

 

🎧 What is AllTours?

AllTours is your ultimate travel companion for immersive audio tours. Discover cities like never before as our app reveals the stories behind the sights. Just plug in your headphones and explore!

With AllTours, you'll experience:

  • Immersive Experiences: Our digital guides bring landmarks to life with captivating stories and historical insights
  • Offline Access: Download tours and maps for offline use – perfect for travelers concerned about data usage
  • Interactive Maps: Navigate effortlessly with our user-friendly interface showing the optimal route
  • Flexibility: Start, pause, and resume tours whenever you want – explore at your own pace
  • Multilingual Support: Enjoy tours in your preferred language with our extensive language options

AllTours transforms ordinary sightseeing into extraordinary adventures. From iconic landmarks to hidden gems, we help you explore like a local while learning fascinating stories along the way.

 

📍 Tour Stops

You will visit the following locations:

    🎓  Glasgow University Union (4min)
    🌉  Kelvinbridge subway station (2min)
    🌳  Park District, Glasgow (3min)
    ⛪  The Tron Church at Kelvingrove (2min)
    📍  CaVa Studios (2min)
    🏛️  Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum (5min)
    🏥  West Glasgow Ambulatory Care Hospital (3min)
    ⚔️  Cameronians War Memorial (3min)
    🏛️  Kelvin Hall (5min)
    🌳  Kelvingrove Park (5min)
    📍  Western Infirmary (5min)

Each stop features engaging audio stories that bring the location's history and significance to life.

 

🏛️ Additional City Topics

Learn even more about Glasgow with these bonus audio stories available in the app:

    🏛️    Early history (3min)
    🏛️    Scottish Reformation (2min)
    🏛️    Economic growth (2min)
    🏛️    Population growth (4min)
    🏛️    War years and regeneration (3min)
    🏛️    Recent and contemporary history (3min)
    🌟    Population (3min)
    🌟    Ethnicity (3min)
    🌟    Religion (3min)
    🎭    Glasgow's Shifting Political Landscape (3min)
    🎭    Politics (3min)

These additional topics provide deeper insights into the city's culture, history, and local life.

 

 

🌍 Available Languages

Our tours are available in 30+ languages to ensure you have the best experience:

🇬🇧 English  •  🇫🇷 French  •  🇪🇸 Spanish  •  🇩🇪 German  •  🇮🇹 Italian  •  🇵🇹 Portuguese  •  🇷🇺 Russian  •  🇯🇵 Japanese  •  🇨🇳 Chinese  •  🇳🇱 Dutch  •  🇧🇷 Portuguese (Brazil)  •  🇸🇦 Arabic  •  🇰🇷 Korean  •  🇸🇪 Swedish  •  🇩🇰 Danish  •  🇫🇮 Finnish  •  🇵🇱 Polish  •  🇨🇿 Czech  •  🇭🇺 Hungarian  •  🇬🇷 Greek  •  🇹🇷 Turkish  •  🇮🇳 Hindi  •  🇦🇱 Albanian  •  🇪🇹 Amharic  •  🇦🇲 Armenian  •  🇧🇩 Bengali  •  🇧🇦 Bosnian  •  🇧🇬 Bulgarian  •  🇲🇲 Burmese  •  🇪🇸 Catalan  •  🇭🇷 Croatian  •  🇪🇪 Estonian  •  🇬🇪 Georgian  •  🇮🇳 Gujarati  •  🇮🇸 Icelandic  •  🇮🇩 Indonesian  •  🇮🇳 Kannada  •  🇰🇿 Kazakh  •  🇱🇻 Latvian  •  🇱🇹 Lithuanian  •  🇲🇰 Macedonian  •  🇲🇾 Malay  •  🇮🇳 Malayalam  •  🇮🇳 Marathi  •  🇲🇳 Mongolian  •  🇳🇴 Norwegian  •  🇮🇷 Persian  •  🇮🇳 Punjabi  •  🇷🇴 Romanian  •  🇷🇸 Serbian  •  🇸🇰 Slovak  •  🇸🇮 Slovenian  •  🇸🇴 Somali  •  🇰🇪 Swahili  •  🇵🇭 Tagalog  •  🇮🇳 Tamil  •  🇮🇳 Telugu  •  🇹🇭 Thai  •  🇺🇦 Ukrainian  •  🇵🇰 Urdu  •  🇻🇳 Vietnamese

 

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AllTours is a self-guided audio tour platform designed for curious, independent explorers.

We create immersive, GPS-triggered walking tours that bring cities to life through storytelling. Our mission is to make cultural discovery accessible, flexible, and engaging — no tour groups, no fixed schedules, just authentic local stories available anytime on your phone.

We offer tours across the UK and beyond, covering everything from iconic landmarks to hidden gems, and blending history, art, architecture, and local insight into a seamless, self-paced experience.

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