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Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom

How much does it cost to travel to Glasgow?

You should plan to spend around $183 (£144) per day on your vacation in Glasgow. This is the average daily price based on the expenses of other visitors.

Past travelers have spent, on average for one day:

  • $57 (£45) on meals
  • $35 (£27) on local transportation
  • $187 (£148) on hotels

A one week trip to Glasgow for two people costs, on average, $2,560 (£2,022). This includes accommodation, food, local transportation, and sightseeing.

All of these average travel prices have been collected from other travelers to help you plan your own travel budget.

  • Average Daily Cost Per person, per day
    $183
    £144
  • One Week Per person
    $1,280
    £1,011
  • 2 Weeks Per person
    $2,560
    £2,022
  • One Month Per person
    $5,485
    £4,333
  • One Week For a couple
    $2,560
    £2,022
  • 2 Weeks For a couple
    $5,119
    £4,045
  • One Month For a couple
    $10,970
    £8,667
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How much does a one week, two week, or one month trip to Glasgow cost?

A one week trip to Glasgow usually costs around $1,280 (£1,011) for one person and $2,560 (£2,022) for two people. This includes accommodation, food, local transportation, and sightseeing.

A two week trip to Glasgow on average costs around $2,560 (£2,022) for one person and $5,119 (£4,045) for two people. This cost includes accommodation, food, local transportation, and sightseeing.

Please note, prices can vary based on your travel style, speed, and other variables. If you're traveling as a family of three or four people, the price per person often goes down because kid's tickets are cheaper and hotel rooms can be shared. If you travel slower over a longer period of time then your daily budget will also go down. Two people traveling together for one month in Glasgow will often have a lower daily budget per person than one person traveling alone for one week.

A one month trip to Glasgow on average costs around $5,485 (£4,333) for one person and $10,970 (£8,667) for two people. The more places you visit, the higher the daily price will become due to increased transportation costs.




Independent Travel

Traveling Independently to Glasgow has many benefits including affordabilty, freedom, flexibility, and the opportunity to control your own experiences.

All of the travel costs below are based on the experiences of other independent travelers.

Is Glasgow expensive to visit?

Prices in Glasgow are reasonable and comparable to your average travel destination. Hotels, food, and sightseeing are generally within normal price ranges.

Within Europe, which is known to be an expensive region, Glasgow is a moderately priced destination compared to other places. The overall cost of travel here is fair for the region and comparable to Stratford-upon-Avon or Rome.

For more details, and to find out if it's within your travel budget, see Is Glasgow Expensive?

How much money do I need for a trip to Glasgow?

The average Glasgow trip cost is broken down by category here for independent travelers. All of these Glasgow travel prices are calculated from the budgets of real travelers.


Category Cost
Accommodation 1 (Double Occupancy) £148 ($187)
Local Transportation 1 £27 ($35)
Food 2 £45 ($57)
Entertainment 1 £22 ($28)
Tips and Handouts 1 £2 - 5 ($2 - 7)
Alcohol 2 £7 - 22 ($9 - 28)
Accommodation Budget in Glasgow
Average Daily Costs

Calculated from travelers like you

The average price paid for one person for accommodation in Glasgow is $94 (£74). For two people sharing a typical double-occupancy hotel room, the average price paid for a hotel room in Glasgow is $187 (£148). This cost is from the reported spending of actual travelers.


  • Accommodation1 Hotel or hostel for one person
    $94
    £74
  • Accommodation1 Typical double-occupancy room
    $187
    £148

Hotel Prices in Glasgow

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Actual Hotel Prices
The average hotel room price in Glasgow based on data provided by Kayak for actual hotel rooms is $100. (Prices in U.S. Dollars, before taxes & fees.)

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Transportation Budget in Glasgow
Average Daily Costs

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  • The cost of a taxi ride in Glasgow is significantly more than public transportation. On average, past travelers have spent $35 (£27) per person, per day, on local transportation in Glasgow.


  • Transportation1 Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    $35
    £27

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Food Budget in Glasgow
Average Daily Costs

Calculated from travelers like you

  • While meal prices in Glasgow can vary, the average cost of food in Glasgow is $57 (£45) per day. Based on the spending habits of previous travelers, when dining out an average meal in Glasgow should cost around $23 (£18) per person. Breakfast prices are usually a little cheaper than lunch or dinner. The price of food in sit-down restaurants in Glasgow is often higher than fast food prices or street food prices.


  • Food2 Meals for one day
    $57
    £45

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What did other people spend on Food in Glasgow?

Typical prices for Food in Glasgow are listed below. These actual costs are from real travelers and can give you an idea of the prices in Glasgow, but your costs will vary based on your travel style and the place where the purchase was made.


  • Dessert at Farmer's Market
    £1.80


Entertainment Budget in Glasgow
Average Daily Costs

Calculated from travelers like you

  • Entertainment and activities in Glasgow typically cost an average of $28 (£22) per person, per day based on the spending of previous travelers. This includes fees paid for admission tickets to museums and attractions, day tours, and other sightseeing expenses.


  • Entertainment1 Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    $28
    £22

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What did other people spend on Entertainment in Glasgow?

Typical prices for Entertainment in Glasgow are listed below. These actual costs are from real travelers and can give you an idea of the prices in Glasgow, but your costs will vary based on your travel style and the place where the purchase was made.


  • Luss Highland Games Entrance Fee (for 2)
    £12
  • Two Bike Rental
    £34


Tips and Handouts Budget in Glasgow
Average Daily Costs

Calculated from travelers like you

  • The average cost for Tips and Handouts in Glasgow is $4.51 (£3.56) per day. The usual amount for a tip in Glasgow is 10% - 20%.


  • Tips and Handouts1 For guides or service providers
    $4.51
    £3.56


Alcohol Budget in Glasgow
Average Daily Costs

Calculated from travelers like you

  • The average person spends about $19 (£15) on alcoholic beverages in Glasgow per day. The more you spend on alcohol, the more fun you might be having despite your higher budget.


  • Alcohol2 Drinks for one day
    $19
    £15

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What did other people spend on Alcohol in Glasgow?

Typical prices for Alcohol in Glasgow are listed below. These actual costs are from real travelers and can give you an idea of the prices in Glasgow, but your costs will vary based on your travel style and the place where the purchase was made.


  • Bottle of Wine
    £12
  • Ciders at Kilted Skirlie
    £3.50


Water Budget in Glasgow
Average Daily Costs

Calculated from travelers like you

  • On average, people spend $6.80 (£5.38) on bottled water in Glasgow per day. The public water in Glasgow is considered safe to drink.


  • Water2 Bottled water for one day
    $6.80
    £5.38


Last Updated: Mar 13, 2023
Glasgow On a Budget
Glasgow Kelvingrove Museum and Glasgow University, Scotland
Glasgow is the biggest city in Scotland with a population of about 600,000 and more than 2 million in the surrounding areas. It is located on the edge of River Clyde and has long been acclaimed as Scotland's main industrial city. It remains a major economic center for the United Kingdom outside of London. In recent years it has also been awarded the European titles as both the City of Culture as well as the City of Architecture and Design.

It's grown in popularity among tourists and is currently one of the most frequently visited cities in the British Isles. There are many museums, wonderful shopping, and easy access to the Highlands.

Glasgow's climate is considered oceanic and it is on of Scotland's milder cities because of the influence of the Gulf Stream. There are less obvious seasons in Glasgow but winters are cool and cloudy, spring is mild and pleasant, summer is relatively cool and damp and fall remains pleasant in temperature. Winter temperatures average about 5 degrees Celsius although it is not uncommon for it to drop below freezing. Snow may occur, but it usually doesn't last long. The highs during the summer average around 20 degrees Celsius and it is usually quite wet.
Sights
Popular architectural sights around the city include Glasgow Cathedral, the City Chambers, Glasgow Cross, St Enoch Subway Station, Glasgow Central Station, Willow Tea Rooms, Glasgow School of Art and Mitchell Library, among many other sights.

Interesting museums and galleries around town include the Burrell Collection, the Gallery of Modern Art, the Glasgow Police Museum, the Glasgow Science Centre, Hunterian Museum and Art Gallery, and Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum.

Popular parks are Bellahouston Park, the Botanical Gardens, Glasgow Green, Kelvingrove Park, Mugdock Park, Queen's Park and Victoria Park.

Glasgow offers plenty of things to see and do for visitors, as it's such a large and dynamic city. For more information, check out this offbeat guide of things to do in Glasgow.
Neighborhoods
As a tourist, central Glasgow is where you'll likely spend most of your time. There are two main areas that you'll be interested in. The City Centre is where you'll find most of the tourist attractions as well as some of the city's best shopping and entertainment. This is also the commercial heart of the city. The West End is the bohemian area of town. This is where you'll find some interesting restaurants, cafes and bars. Most of these are concentrated around the University of Glasgow and the Kelvingrove Museum. If you want to enjoy a nice view of the city then head to the "drumlins" or hills.

Outside of the City Centre, the East End is near Gallowgate and London Road. The South Side is to the south of the River Clyde and the North Side is to the north of the central part of town. Also of interest is the area along the banks of the River Clyde that is west of the City Centre. This is an old industrial area that is being revitalized and now has the Clyde Auditorium, the Science Centre and the Riverside Museum.

Activities
Don't pass up Glasgow's music scene which offers the opportunity to see many up and coming bands and attend some well respected music festivals. There are also many opportunities to experience the art and theater scene in this cultural city.
Food and Dining
Food in Glasgow is very good. The city has won the title as "Curry Capital of Britain" for two years. It has a diversity of restaurants that include Indian, local, and international. If you're on a budget but then there are plenty of takeaway options. Indian, pizza, kebabs, fish and chips, and burgers are all good options. Some takeaway restaurants offer a unique mix of flavors such as chips with curry sauce or doner kebab pizza. Fish and Chips is a local favorite and you can easily find this option almost anywhere. You should definitely try Indian food while you're in Glasgow. In the past you would find most of the city's Indian restaurants in the Charing Cross area, just past the main part of Sauchiehall Street, but recently the Merchant City has added many options as well.

Transportation
If you plan to stay in Glasgow's city center, then you will find getting around relatively easy. The area is very compact and pedestrian friendly, with many shopping streets that welcome foot traffic. If you're heading outside of the city center there is a subway. It covers the city center and inner suburbs, giving you access to the West End, Glasgow University, and Ibrox Stadium. You can expect to pay about £1.20 for a ride or £3.50 for a day's pass. Suburban trains go from the Central and Queen Street stations into the suburbs and some nearby towns. It is a large system but infrequent on some routes, with only two trains running every hour. Buses go everywhere and routes typically run every ten minutes during the day. Traveling by bus during the evening hours is much more difficult as there are far less buses.
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1 Categories averaged on a per-item basis.
2 Categories averaged on a per-day basis.
For example, the Food2 daily average is for all meals for an entire day, while Entertainment1 is for each individual purchase. Thus, the overall daily average cost is not a summation of the individual categories.