Shore Excursion from Greenock: Glasgow, Kelpies, Falkirk Wheel
Overview
About
- Visit the Kelpies, the largest equine statues in the world, as well as the Falkirk Wheel, the only boat lift in the world.
- Also explore the main attractions of the city of Glasgow in this Shore Excursion from Greenock. Visit the 12th century Glasgow Cathedral, the famous Glasgow Necropolis, the oldest house in Glasgow, the largest terracotta fountain in the world, the famous Glasgow Murals, the second largest Neo-Gothic building in the UK, the famous Kelvingrove Art Gallery, and the award-winning Transport Museum.
At a Glance
- Ages: Ages 0-120
- Type: Mobile ticket
- Duration: 7h
- Live Guide: English
What you'll do
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At:
The Kelpies & The Helix, M9, Falkirk FK2 7ZT Scotland
First, we will take you to see the Kelpies: the largest equine statues in the world.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At:
Falkirk Wheel, Lime Road, Falkirk FK1 4RS Scotland
We will then visit the Falkirk Wheel - the world’s first and only rotating boat lift. This iconic Scottish landmark and feat of engineering stands 115ft tall and transfers boats between the two canals.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At:
Glasgow Cathedral, Castle Street Cathedral Precinct, Glasgow G4 0QZ Scotland
We will then head on to Glasgow, and our first stop will be at the Glasgow Cathedral. Built in the 1100s, Glasgow Cathedral survived the Protestant Reformation almost intact, and is now the most complete medieval cathedral on the Scottish mainland.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At:
The Friends of Glasgow Necropolis, 2 Castle Street, Glasgow G4 0UZ Scotland
Adjacent to Glasgow Cathedral, you can then explore the Necropolis if you wish. Established in 1831 and built in the Classical Revival architectural fashion, and modeled on Père-Lachaise in Paris, the Necropolis has around 3,500 tombs. Entry included.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At:
Provand's Lordship, 3 Castle St., Glasgow G4 0RH Scotland
Here, you also have the option of visiting Provand's Lordship. Bult in 1471, this is the oldest house in Glasgow.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At:
St. Mungo Museum of Religious Life and Art, 2 Castle Street, Glasgow G4 0RH Scotland
Next to Provand's Lordship, if you wish, you can visit the St Mungo Museum of Religious Life and Art. Entry included.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At:
Doulton Fountain, Glasgow Green, Glasgow G40 1AT Scotland
Leaving the Cathedral Precint, we will then take you to see the Doulton Fountain, built for the 1888 International Exhibition in Glasgow. This is the largest terracotta fountain in the world.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At:
University of Glasgow, University Avenue West End, Glasgow G12 8QQ Scotland
We will then head to the West End, via some of the incredible Glasgow Murals. Once in the West End, we will take you to see Glasgow University's main building: the Gilbert Scott building. This is the second largest Neo-Gothic building in the UK after Westminster Palace.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At:
Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, Argyle Street, Glasgow G3 8AG Scotland
We will then take you to the Kelvingrove Art Gallery, built in 1901 in the Spanish Baroque style. Here you can see a series of collections, as well as a restored Spirtfire plane from WW2.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At:
The Riverside Museum of Transport and Travel, 100 Pointhouse Place, Glasgow G3 8RS Scotland
Finally, time permitting, we will finish our tour by taking you to the award-winning Transport Museum before we take you back to your cruise ship or other holiday accommodation.
Duration: 30 minutes
Meeting and pickup
What is included?
- Bottled water
- Snacks
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Parking Fees
What is not included?
- Gratuities
- Lunch
- Falkirk Wheel boat ride (optional - £17.50 per person)
Additional Information
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Most travelers can participate
- Travel time is included on the total tour duration. At the end of the tour we will return you to the original pickup location.
- UK sedan/SUV sized cars are smaller than our American counterparts, please be aware of this when booking for 4 adults in a 4 passenger sized vehicle.
- Contact us if you're on a wheelchair or have mobility requirements, so that we can accommodate you.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
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Itinerary
Scotland Half-day Tours Itinerary (2026 Guide) – What You'll See & Do
Explore the full itinerary for Shore Excursion from Greenock: Glasgow, Kelpies, Falkirk Wheel in Scotland, United Kingdom (UK). This half-day tours experience includes 10 stops over 1 day. Duration: 12 hours. Activity level: Moderate.
Here is the starting point
The Kelpies & The Helix
First, we will take you to see the Kelpies: the largest equine statues in the world.
Falkirk Wheel
We will then visit the Falkirk Wheel - the world’s first and only rotating boat lift. This iconic Scottish landmark and feat of engineering stands 115ft tall and transfers boats between the two canals.
Glasgow Cathedral
We will then head on to Glasgow, and our first stop will be at the Glasgow Cathedral. Built in the 1100s, Glasgow Cathedral survived the Protestant Reformation almost intact, and is now the most complete medieval cathedral on the Scottish mainland.
The Friends of Glasgow Necropolis
Adjacent to Glasgow Cathedral, you can then explore the Necropolis if you wish. Established in 1831 and built in the Classical Revival architectural fashion, and modeled on Père-Lachaise in Paris, the Necropolis has around 3,500 tombs. Entry included.
Provand's Lordship
Here, you also have the option of visiting Provand's Lordship. Bult in 1471, this is the oldest house in Glasgow.
St. Mungo Museum of Religious Life and Art
Next to Provand's Lordship, if you wish, you can visit the St Mungo Museum of Religious Life and Art. Entry included.
Doulton Fountain
Leaving the Cathedral Precint, we will then take you to see the Doulton Fountain, built for the 1888 International Exhibition in Glasgow. This is the largest terracotta fountain in the world.
University of Glasgow
We will then head to the West End, via some of the incredible Glasgow Murals. Once in the West End, we will take you to see Glasgow University's main building: the Gilbert Scott building. This is the second largest Neo-Gothic building in the UK after Westminster Palace.
Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum
We will then take you to the Kelvingrove Art Gallery, built in 1901 in the Spanish Baroque style. Here you can see a series of collections, as well as a restored Spirtfire plane from WW2.
The Riverside Museum of Transport and Travel
Finally, time permitting, we will finish our tour by taking you to the award-winning Transport Museum before we take you back to your cruise ship or other holiday accommodation.
This concludes the tour.
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