Finnieston
Top attractions in Finnieston
Set by the River Clyde, Finnieston is nestled between the city centre and the west end. The area is known as the place to go for dining and entertainment. It's also home to some of the city's top visitor attractions:
Glasgow Science Centre: One of the best visitor attractions for families in the country. Explore four floors of interactive exhibits, a Planetarium, IMAX cinema, and a tower with panoramic city views. Check out what's on at Glasgow Science Centre.
Clydeside Distillery: Discover the history of whisky, watch craftspeople at work and enjoy a tasting with stunning riverside views. Book a tour at the Clydeside Distillery.
Once Upon a Whisky Tours: Take a walking tour through some of Glasgow’s best whisky bars, starting at The Ben Nevis Bar. Learn interesting facts about each whisky, as well as how to taste them like a pro. Visit Once Upon a Whisky to book.
Top places to eat and drink
Finnieston is a foodie paradise. From Michelin-starred dining to street food markets, there’s something for every taste.
Ox and Finch: Michelin Bib Gourmand winner serving creative sharing plates. Book a table at Ox and Finch.
Unalome by Graeme Cheevers: Michelin-starred Scottish fine dining at its best. Visit Unalome to book your table.
The Finnieston and Crabshakk: Seafood lovers' favourites. View The Finnieston and Crabshakk’s menus.
Gloriosa: Mediterranean-inspired dishes from Ottolenghi-trained chef Rosie Healy. The dishes are so delicious that they made it onto The Good Food Guide's list of 100 best local restaurants. Visit Gloriosa to book.
The Corner Shop: Basque and Catalan plates paired with exceptional wines. Reserve a table at The Corner Shop.
Fat Sal’s Kitchen: Cakes, milkshakes and indulgent desserts. Follow Fat Sal’s Kitchen on Instagram to learn more.
For causal dining:
Dockyard Social: A street food market with live music, DJs and entertainment each weekend. Visit Dockyard Social for dates of markets.
Finnieston Food Market: Find tasty treats on the 3rd Sunday of each month. Follow the Finnieston Food Market on Instagram to see which vendors are serving.
Traditional pubs? Head to the 'Highland Triangle' of The Ben Nevis Bar, The Islay Inn, and The Park Bar. They're known for their whisky selections, live music, and lively locals. Visit our traditional pubs or bars with free live music page for more details on each.
Arts and music
Ovo Hydro
For the biggest superstars in the world, the OVO Hydro is the place to go. It's Glasgow’s biggest venue and one of the busiest arenas in the world.
Previous performers include big names like Taylor Swift, Beyoncé, and Adele. It also acts as a multi-purpose venue, hosting major sporting and special events. Visit the Ovo Hydro to see what’s on.
SEC Armadillo
The Hydro's sister venue, the SEC Armadillo, is a stylish seated auditorium programming a line-up of events, talks, and musicians. Visit the SEC Campus for details and future events.
SWG3
SWG3 is one of Scotland's most interesting venues and spaces. A former warehouse, now a cultural powerhouse with club nights, art shows, street food, and more. Don’t miss Yardlife, its urban art gallery.
SWG3 is also world-leading in terms of sustainability. The venue has created a new system that uses the body heat from clubbers to power the building. Visit SWG3 to see what's on.
Red Sky Bar at Radisson Red Hotel
This rooftop bar is great for pre- and post-gig partying. DJs perform at weekends with stunning views overlooking the River Clyde. Find out more at Red Sky Bar.
Want to find out about another area of the city? Visit our neighbourhood page to decide where to explore next.
Article last updated: November 2025
