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Neighborhoods
A wonderful neighbourhood that's located in the heart of the city's West End, Hillhead is understandably popular with all sections of the community. It's rightly regarded as one of the more fashionable neighbourhoods of Glasgow, it's G12 postcode being much coveted.
The University of Glasgow is located nearby, having moved here back in 1870, so the area is also home to a very international student population.
Getting from A to B in the centre of the city is easy if you use the Subway. It runs on a loop to the north and south of the River Clyde, stopping at 15 strategically placed stations along the way. It's estimated that around 35,000 people use the network on a daily basis, although even at peak times travel is still relatively comfortable for the many office workers and professionals who live here.
From the Gothic spire of Glasgow University tower to the greenery of Kelvingrove, the bustle of Byres Road and the oh-so-hip Finnieston, it’s true that Hillhead and the surrounds have it going on in abundance.
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Hillhead
A wonderful neighbourhood that's located in the heart of the city's West End, Hillhead is understandably popular with all sections of the community. It's rightly regarded as one of the more fashionable neighbourhoods of Glasgow, it's G12 postcode being much coveted.
The University of Glasgow is located nearby, having moved here back in 1870, so the area is also home to a very international student population.
Getting from A to B in the centre of the city is easy if you use the Subway. It runs on a loop to the north and south of the River Clyde, stopping at 15 strategically placed stations along the way. It's estimated that around 35,000 people use the network on a daily basis, although even at peak times travel is still relatively comfortable for the many office workers and professionals who live here.
From the Gothic spire of Glasgow University tower to the greenery of Kelvingrove, the bustle of Byres Road and the oh-so-hip Finnieston, it’s true that Hillhead and the surrounds have it going on in abundance.
Food scene
Paesano Pizza West End
471 Great Western RdPizza, just like in Napoli
Stravaigin
28 Gibson StScottish cuisine, good for vegan options.
Enjoy one of umpteen beers, in a charming location alongside the river Kelvin.
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Inn Deep
445 Great Western RdEnjoy one of umpteen beers, in a charming location alongside the river Kelvin.
Inventors* of the chicken tikka masala!
*unsure of the veracity of this claim, but it is an excellent curry house (book ahead!)
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Shish Mahal Restaurant
60-68 Park RdInventors* of the chicken tikka masala!
*unsure of the veracity of this claim, but it is an excellent curry house (book ahead!)
Family run Italian deli - a Glasweigan institution!
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Eusebi Restaurant & Delicastessen
152 Park RdFamily run Italian deli - a Glasweigan institution!
South East Asian inspired. Known for its small plates and cocktails, recently was awarded a Michelin bib gourmand (2022).
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Ka Pao
26 Vinicombe StSouth East Asian inspired. Known for its small plates and cocktails, recently was awarded a Michelin bib gourmand (2022).
Sightseeing
Nice gallery, always well curated and interesting exhibitions, German Expressionism 1918-1919 at time of writing (July 2019).
(free entry)
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I-Hunterian Art Gallery
82 Hillhead StNice gallery, always well curated and interesting exhibitions, German Expressionism 1918-1919 at time of writing (July 2019).
(free entry)
A really fantastic summer programme each year of international music artists, a stones throw away from the apartment.
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Kelvingrove Bandstand
Kelvin WayA really fantastic summer programme each year of international music artists, a stones throw away from the apartment.
Features several glasshouses, the most notable of which is the Kibble Palace.
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730 Great Western RdFeatures several glasshouses, the most notable of which is the Kibble Palace.
Classic example of a Victorian park, designed by Sir Joseph Paxton, and which measures 34 hectares (85 acres). Its set on the banks of the River Kelvin, and is (in my opinion) the best park in Glasgow.
Depending on time of day / year, you may find joggers, cyclists, students, dog walkers, skaters and barbecuers all using this wonderfully green space, and the Kelvin walkway cuts right through the park.
It's just two minutes walk from the flat, past the bars and restaurants in Gibson street, the entrance is opposite Eusebi's deli.
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Kelvingrove Park
6 Professors' SquareClassic example of a Victorian park, designed by Sir Joseph Paxton, and which measures 34 hectares (85 acres). Its set on the banks of the River Kelvin, and is (in my opinion) the best park in Glasgow.
Depending on time of day / year, you may find joggers, cyclists, students, dog walkers, skaters and barbecuers all using this wonderfully green space, and the Kelvin walkway cuts right through the park.
It's just two minutes walk from the flat, past the bars and restaurants in Gibson street, the entrance is opposite Eusebi's deli.
Housing Dali's St John of the Cross, and an organ recital daily at 1pm. (free entry)
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I-Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum
Argyle StreetHousing Dali's St John of the Cross, and an organ recital daily at 1pm. (free entry)
Supermarkets
Local branch of this popular chain. Good for picnic type fare / pre-made sandwiches.
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Marks and Spencer
165 Great George StLocal branch of this popular chain. Good for picnic type fare / pre-made sandwiches.
The high end grocery store. Lots of healthy options, too.
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Waitrose & Partners
373 Byres RdThe high end grocery store. Lots of healthy options, too.
Great Western Road's Co-op
470 Great Western RdClosest supermarket. Reasonable.
Good value, no nonsense, South Asian food store. Here you will find ingredients that you can't find anywhere else.
Garden Fresh Exotics
28 Park RdGood value, no nonsense, South Asian food store. Here you will find ingredients that you can't find anywhere else.
Local whole foods store, with Deli and fantastic breads (try anything from Freedom bakery).
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Roots Fruits & Flowers
455 Great Western RdLocal whole foods store, with Deli and fantastic breads (try anything from Freedom bakery).
Public transport
Closest subway (metro / underground) station, Great Western Road.
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Kelvinbridge Station
Closest subway (metro / underground) station, Great Western Road.
Alternative subway (metro / underground) station, on Byres Road.
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Hillhead station
Alternative subway (metro / underground) station, on Byres Road.
Entertainment
Bars, restaurants, cobble streets, even a cinema. Ashton Lane is often regarded as one of the most famous and beloved places in Glasgow amongst visitors and locals alike.
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Ashton Lane
Ashton LaneBars, restaurants, cobble streets, even a cinema. Ashton Lane is often regarded as one of the most famous and beloved places in Glasgow amongst visitors and locals alike.
Formerly Kelvinside Parish Church, Òran Mór (literally ‘big song’) has a solid reputation as a cultural/arts centre – it contains a theatre (a nightclub at weekends), two restaurants and a notable whisky bar with a traditional ‘island’ counter, wooden fixtures, bare stone and various artworks around the walls. The food is good enough to attract all comers, while there are a couple of real ales for the beer aficionado. As for the celebrated whisky list, it has well over 200 choices including premium names such as a fine 30-year-old Highland Park from Orkney and a gorgeous 25-year-old Talisker from Skye. Previous guests have told me they loved this place!
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Oran Mor
Byres RoadFormerly Kelvinside Parish Church, Òran Mór (literally ‘big song’) has a solid reputation as a cultural/arts centre – it contains a theatre (a nightclub at weekends), two restaurants and a notable whisky bar with a traditional ‘island’ counter, wooden fixtures, bare stone and various artworks around the walls. The food is good enough to attract all comers, while there are a couple of real ales for the beer aficionado. As for the celebrated whisky list, it has well over 200 choices including premium names such as a fine 30-year-old Highland Park from Orkney and a gorgeous 25-year-old Talisker from Skye. Previous guests have told me they loved this place!
A great night out with often quite well known comedians.
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The Stand Comedy Club
333 Woodlands RdA great night out with often quite well known comedians.
A quirky bar in an old cinema, with nice food, cocktails, and ping-pong!
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Hillhead Bookclub
17 Vinicombe StA quirky bar in an old cinema, with nice food, cocktails, and ping-pong!
Coffee shops
Kelvin Pocket
72 S Woodside RdBest coffee in the locale. Tucked away from the hustle and bustle; a hidden gem!
Perch & Rest Coffee
39 Otago StDelicious coffee and cakes