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E The large open space W sits in the heart of the city and forms the start point for our journey. Being close to both Central and Queen Street rail stations, bus interchanges, and the tour buses, it’s an easy place to get to. From here you can explore the local attractions, do a bit of shopping or try out the city’s many places to eat. George Square is a great transport hub for getting to other parts of the city. The City Sightseeing buses stop in the square. An all day ticket lets you travel to the main attractions and you can get on and off as much as you like. Several of the sightseeing buses are wheelchair accessible and you can get more information from the driver. The number 100 bus service runs between George Square, Riverside and Kelvingrove. The route uses modern, wheelchair accessible, electric buses. Another option for getting around is to take one of Glasgow’s many accessible taxis. From George Square head for the using the City Sightseeing bus or the Service 100 Bus. Admission to the Riverside Museum and The Tall Ship is free, although donations are invited. Glasgow Accessible Tourism Itinerary Glasgow Highlights (2 day) 2 Riverside Museum

The Riverside Museum nestles alongside the bank of the Clyde and provides a glimpse into Glasgow’s rich transport history. Modern and purpose-built, the galleries offer everything from steam locomotives through to cars, buses and bicycles. Viewing platforms provide for easy access along with interpretation panels; including some with BSL. There’s something for young and old alike and plenty of options to take a well-earned break in one of the cafés. After visiting the Riverside Museum leave by the quayside exit where you will see The Tall Ship, the Glenlee moored alongside the quay.

3 The Tall Ship The Tall Ship, the Glenlee is a three masted barque first launched in 1896 and is moored on the Clyde. Today it forms a living museum and offers visitors the chance to explore its three decks and cargo hold. Ramps link the quayside to the ship and an on-board lift makes for easy access between the decks. The Tween deck café and shop complement the visit and audio guides are available to help you explore. From the bus stop outside the Riverside Museum take the City Sightseeing bus or the Service 100 bus to the Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum. Admission is free although donations are invited.

4 Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum

Opened at the turn of the last century, Kelvingrove’s galleries are home to works of art, antiquities, natural history and more. Catch a glimpse of Salvador Dali’s Christ of St John of the Cross, visit the dinosaurs, check out some armour, or explore the work of the Glasgow Boys. With so much to see it could take a while and there are plenty of seats, a coffee shop and a café for lunch and snacks. There is dedicated disabled parking, lifts, easy to access interpretation panels, and accessible toilets. In the evening why not visit one of Glasgow’s many restaurants? If you’re dining in the West End check out the popular Hanoi Bike Shop with its delicious Vietnamese menu. Or in the city centre, head to the award-winning Hutchesons Bar & Brasserie, an iconic Grade-A listed building with different dining options spread out over three floors. Glasgow Accessible Tourism Itinerary Glasgow Highlights (2 day)

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5 Gallery of Modern Art

A five-minute walk from the main railway stations in and two minutes from George Square the Gallery of Modern Art offers four floors of modern art with exhibitions featuring local, national and international artists. The large modern lift takes you between floors and there are braille and large print gallery texts to support the exhibition labels. Down at basement level you can visit the library, internet hub or grab a coffee in the café. Exhibitions rotate and you can get full details from their website. Admission is free although donations are invited. From the Gallery of Modern Art walk around the side of the building into . Toward the end of the square a pedestrian roadway, Exchange Place, takes you through to .

6 Buchanan Street

Buchanan Street has grown out of the 18th century merchant houses to become Glasgow’s retail hotspot. The pedestrianized street plays host to everything from street buskers through to high fashion emporiums, diamond dealers, and today’s technology trend-setters. With the Buchanan Galleries shopping centre at the north end and the St Enoch Centre at the south you can shop for hours! If you want to find out about Glasgow’s attractions and events you can visit the VisitScotland Information Centre at the north end of the street and close to Queen Street railway and Buchanan Street bus stations. Once you are in Buchanan Street, head for the middle of the street and you will find a small lane leading off the pedestrian area. Mitchell Lane is a narrow side lane and 100 m on your left you will see the sign and entrance for The Lighthouse. Glasgow Accessible Tourism Itinerary Glasgow Highlights (2 day) 7 The Lighthouse

Tucked away in a side street off Buchanan Street the Lighthouse is Scotland’s Centre for Design and Architecture. Set in the modernised former Glasgow Herald building, designed by Charles Rennie Mackintosh it offers a wealth of galleries, exhibitions and brilliant city views. The stunning view area at the top of the building is served by an accessible lift and provides a great view of Glasgow’s skyline. Take some time to visit the Material Considerations exhibition where you can explore the sustainable building materials library; a great tactile experience as you can get up close and examine the samples. The Doocot Café provides a welcome stop off point where you can sample a range of light refreshments as well as a takeaway service. For Mackintosh fans, the shop on the ground floor has some great souvenirs to complement your visit to the Mackintosh Centre where you can embark on the Mackintosh Trail. Coming out of The Lighthouse return along Mitchell Lane to Buchanan Street. Once back in the pedestrian area turn to your right (south) and head along the street exploring as you go. At the end of the street, some 500 m, you will meet Argyle Street and directly in front of you is the entrance to St Enoch Centre. If you want a shorter route you can miss the St Enoch Centre and head directly for .

8 St Enoch Centre

Located at the south end of Buchanan Street the St Enoch Centre is an indoor shopping experience boasting over 60 shops as well as places to eat. With a stunning glass roof the centre is on several levels all served by accessible lifts. With parking on site it’s a good place to use as a base if you’re driving into the city for your visit. The centre has several accessible toilets, accessed with a RADAR key, as well as a wheelchair loan scheme. Once you have finished looking around the St Enoch Centre return back to Buchanan Street and head north. You can take a leisurely walk along the length of Buchanan Street. Heading back up the slight hill you reach the end when you meet the Buchanan Galleries shopping centre. Once you are here the road sweeps around to the left (west) and becomes Sauchiehall Street which leads away from the city centre. Glasgow Accessible Tourism Itinerary Glasgow Highlights (2 day) 9 Sauchiehall Street

For a different shopping experience you can visit Sauchiehall Street where the 1.5 mile road has a variety of shops, places to eat and bars and clubs. With an indoor market, the famed Willow Tea Shop (upstairs) and the Centre for Contemporary Arts, there’s plenty to do and see. Walking along Sauchiehall Street away from the city centre you can explore and on the right hand side, after 500 m, you will come to the Centre for Contemporary Arts.

10 Centre for Contemporary Arts

The Centre for Contemporary Arts is located toward the west end of Sauchiehall Street and is a hub for creative activity. On a visit here you can encounter exhibitions, film, music, literature and more. It’s best to check out the programme to see what’s happening when you plan to visit. The Saramago Café Bar provides a welcome pause for a coffee, lunch or taste of their famous bread and cakes. The galleries and exhibition spaces are complemented by the bookshop, shop and cinema. There are large print interpretation versions of the exhibition interpretation. Occasional BSL performances take place as well as BSL interpreted talks. In the evening you might want to visit the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland or the Glasgow Film Theatre to see a performance or screening. Both venues are a short distance from Sauchiehall Street.

11 The Royal Conservatoire of Scotland

The Royal Conservatoire of Scotland, formerly the Royal Scottish Academy of Music and Drama, plays host to a range of public performances. The modern building is accessible and in addition to visiting to see a performance there is a café and box office. The programme includes regular signed and audio described performances. Glasgow Accessible Tourism Itinerary Glasgow Highlights (2 day) 12 Glasgow Film Theatre The Glasgow Film Theatre is located in Rose Street, a few metres from Sauchiehall Street. With three screens the theatre offers a range of screenings to suit all ages and interests. All three screens are wheelchair accessible and there is an accessible toilet. The GFT regularly has screenings that are audio described or captioned. A monthly relaxed screening suitable for children with autism spectrum disorders and/or sensory hypersensitivity is also on offer. More information about what’s on and the accessible screening is available on their website.

Disclaimer: This itinerary has been created by Euan’s Guide www.euansguide.com – a disabled access review website featuring reviews by disabled people, their families and friends. The information contained in this publication is as supplied to VisitScotland and to the best of VisitScotland’s knowledge is correct at the time of going to press. VisitScotland can accept no responsibility for any errors or omissions. July 2015.

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