Flights to Glasgow

Black pudding has recently been declared a super food by the British Nation Health Service and is now more popular than ever before. A traditional Scottish dish that is made up of a mixture of suet, oats, blood, barley and a blend of special spices and then stuffed into a casing. It's then fried or grilled like a sausage and served up usually on a Scottish Breakfast.

For those of us with a sweet tooth this is the dessert for you. Simple yet elegant, made up of fresh raspberries, whipped cream, honey and toasted oats with a splash of whisky on top. A bit of taste explosion to satisfy any sweet lovers out there.

Every visitor to Scotland needs to enjoy a Scottish Breakfast at least once during their stay. Consisting of egg, bacon, fried potatoes, baked beans, a tattie scone, buttered toast and the most famous item to make the breakfast Black Pudding. Black pudding is famous in Scotland but, be warned the main gradient of a Scottish breakfast is pork. Don't forget it's all rounded off with a spot of tea. A perfect way to kickstart your day of sightseeing.

Built in the 12th century, Glasgow Cathedral is the city's most historic building. The cathedral is free to visit however, donations are always welcome. Admire both the beautiful interior and exterior, and see the grandest room in the cathedral, the crypt which houses the tomb of St. Mungo which dates back to 603 AD. A great free attraction and one to add to your Glasgow things to do list.

The Glasgow School of Art is housed in an Art Nouveau building that was completed in 1909. If you're interested in architecture or simply appreciate beautiful buildings then this is a must to add to your Glasgow things to do list. The building's west façade is dominated by three 65-foot-high oriel windows and the east front smaller windows that give a Scottish Castle feel to it. The interior is fantastic with a unique library and gallery. As you are guided around the school of art these guides will be actual students who will show you various works by Mackintosh and galleries of his furniture. A very interesting museum and architectural gem.

Opened in 1901, the Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum is home to a collection of fine British and continental paintings. Some of the most famous paintings include Van Gogh's portrait of the Glaswegian art collector Alexander Reid and Salvador Dali's Christ of Saint John of the Cross. There are many exhibits that showcase weapons, armour, swords from the 15th and 16th century, Flemish tapestries, Glasgow made jewellery, silver and glassware. There is also a series of exhibits that display work from the Glasgow School of Art. A great place to admire beautiful works of art.

Glasgow Botanic Gardens has many glasshouses for you to explore. The most famous one is Kibble Palace which is one of the largest greenhouses in Britain. It was built in 1873 and it is home to a rare collection of orchids and a safe haven for tree ferns from Australia and New Zealand, several plant species from Africa, the Far East and the Americas. There is a wide variety of temperate and tropical flora on display, a herb garden and the Uk's national collection of tree ferns. The gardens were awarded a Green Flag in 2011. A tip for anyone visiting is to enjoy a walk along the River Klein that is at the north side of the Botanic Garden as this walkway takes you to Kelvingrove Park.

A beautiful Victorian gothic garden cemetery that spans over 37 acres known as "city of the dead''. The Necropolis is filled with beautifully designed memory stones, sculptures and buildings that were designed by Glasgow artists. There are beautiful views to the cathedral and city backed by Celtic crosses and weeping angels. The cemetery is also a park, in fact it’s the second largest green space in the centre of Glasgow, set in stunning woodland and a beautiful place for the over 50,000 people who are laid to rest here. Some of the graves are for fallen soldiers of WWI and WWII. Also home to habitats for wildlife it's truly a unique place to visit.

Pollok House grounds span 355 acres with a stunning Edwardian mansion that was built in 1752. The house is open to explore with a beautiful interior including an impressive grand entrance hall. The mansion displays beautiful works of art with Sir Williams Stirling Maxwell collection of Spanish art. There is a more interactive exhibit in the house where you are tasked with solving puzzles to "Escape the past" bringing you back to modern day. Outside of the house is the grounds of the estate, charming walking trails will lead to the riverside and woodlands or meander the gardens which are kept up beautifully. See the Highland Cattle that have been breeding on the park since the early 1800's. The grounds are a National Trust for Scotland venue and a must to add to your Glasgow to do list.

Glasgow is one of the best cities in the UK for its nightlife. There is something suitable for everyone no matter your taste. Glasgow nightclubs scene is known for being one of the best in the UK, you're sure to find a club that suits you and enjoy dancing until the early hours with many of your night bars and clubs hosting resident and sometimes international DJs. The city has an iconic music scene and is one of UNESCO's music cities.