Byres Road Area Walk (Self Guided), Glasgow, Scotland

Byres Road Area Walk (Self Guided), Glasgow

Give your taste buds a welcome treat with a visit to Byres Road and some of the surrounding streets. You will come across a large and tempting array of bars and restaurants, offering everything from casual to fine dining. Sample some of the many cuisines on offer, including traditional Scottish fare, Mediterranean dishes and specialties from the Far East.

Stroll down Byres Road and after the numerous banks and building societies, you鈥檒l come across a clutch of welcoming bars serving good food as well as fine ales, wines and spirits. Among the popular spots in this part of the city is Ashton Lane, a cobbled backstreet with bars, restaurants and a cinema. This was once a rundown part of the city, but today is the focus of Glasgow West End caf茅 society. Drop by any time, for lunch an evening meal or for a morning coffee and a pastry.

Another must-see is Cresswell Lane, which features a number of independent stores, some selling unique pieces of handcrafted jewelry that you won鈥檛 see anywhere else. Your walk through the area will also take you to the Great Western Road, Glasgow's longest and straightest road. Along its length are many terraced houses and villas. To the north is the Glasgow Botanic Gardens. This extensive site features parkland, greenhouses, a heritage trail and a tearoom.

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Create Your Own Self-Guided Walks in Glasgow

Guide Name: Byres Road Area Walk
Guide Location: Scotland » Glasgow
Guide Type: Self-guided Walking Tour (Discovery)
Travel Distance: 2.3 Km or 1.4 Miles
Author: Linda

1) Byres Road

2) Byers Road

3) Byres Road

4) Byres Road

5) Ashton Lane

6) Ashton Lane

7) Byres Road

8) Byres Road

9) Cresswell Lane

10) Cresswell Lane

11) Great Western Road

12) Great Western Road, Lansdowne Parish Church

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