Accessibility

AccessAble

AccessAble gives you detailed information about accessibility at places across Glasgow. Check out the Glasgow AccessAble guide for help planning your trip.

Euan’s Guide

Euan’s Guide features reviews from disabled visitors. Hundreds of venues, events, and places to stay in Glasgow have Euan’s Guide reviews. Visit Euan's Guide for more information.

Booking.com lets you search for Glasgow accommodation by property and room accessibility. Visit booking.com to find the right room for your trip.

There are many Changing Places toilets in Glasgow. Visit Changing Places and use their interactive map to see where to find them.

Many of the city’s museums are autism aware. They offer sensory kits, visual storyboards, and hold autism friendly events. Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, Riverside Museum, and the Gallery of Modern Art are all part of this programme. Find out more at Glasgow Life.

The Glasgow Science Centre is a family-friendly museum that holds monthly autism-friendly hours. During these times, the lights and volume are lowered to create a calmer environment. Read more at the Science Centre.

In the city centre, Buchanan Galleries hosts a quiet hour every Saturday from 9–10am and Wednesday from 4–5pm. The background music is switched off, and there are calm areas for visitors to take a break. For more information, visit Buchanan Galleries.

The Glasgow Film Theatre’s Access Film Club shows films chosen by The National Autistic Society Scotland. Everyone is welcome to attend, especially those who enjoy a relaxed cinema environment. Read more about these great events at the Glasgow Film Theatre. 

Glasgow has many accessible transport options:

• ScotRail: Scotland’s national train service. You can book assistance in advance by visiting ScotRail.

• First Bus: All buses are built with easy access for wheelchair users and people with pushchairs. Find out more at First Bus.

• Glasgow Taxis: The whole fleet are wheelchair accessible. Plus, their friendly team are trained to support customers with a range of accessibility needs. Check out Glasgow Taxis for details.

Check out VisitScotland for ideas and information about accessible attractions, activities, food and drink, and places to stay across Scotland.

We teamed up with Simply Emma, one of the UK’s top disability bloggers, to share her perspective on exploring Glasgow. Her guide shows how to experience the best of this vibrant city in just one day as a wheelchair user.

Ready to plan your visit? Check out our accessible Glasgow itinerary for routes, attractions, and tips designed to help you make the most of your time in the city.

Article last updated: October 2025