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Digital Trails
Explore a brief tour of the history of transport in Glasgow – from ferries to steamers, railways to the Finnieston Crane.
Writers Zoë Strachan and Louise Welsh lead a half-mile walk along West Princes Street & Queen’s Crescent engaging with two hundred years of social and cultural history.
In this tour we’ll explore how architecture and community have become intertwined in this vibrant and creative area.
On this walk we will introduce you to some of these men, their families and the houses they inhabited.
A tour around one of Glasgow’s oldest districts, starting at historic Glasgow Cross, taking in landmarks such as the Tolbooth Steeple, Mercat Building and Mercat Cross.
By looking closely we can engage with the civic spaces that surround us, examining the stories that are preserved and presented to us, as well as seeing and acknowledging those that aren’t.
This tour will explore the architectural and industrial legacy of a lost Springburn, that saw over 85% of its buildings demolished during the city’s final ‘Comprehensive Development.’
Long before there was Hampden Park, Kelvin Hall or Emirates Arena, Glasgow Green was where we went to play and compete. The Green has long been a focus for public gatherings, events, and protests.
We think good food is tasty, environmentally friendly, produced fairly, and healthy. But where in Glasgow is good food being grown, produced, sold, or served? Join this digital tour to find out.
A self-guided digital trail from the Glasgow Science Centre along the River Clyde to Glasgow Green. Learn about the bridges of the Clyde, old and new, the engineering behind them and much more.
A self-guided digital trail along the Forth & Clyde Canal, this is a walk through history, learning about the engineering of the canal and seeing things you may never have noticed before.
On this scenic journey you’ll learn about bridges of the Kelvin, old and new, simple and grand, the social history and engineering behind them and perhaps see things you may never have noticed before.
Join Keep Scotland Beautiful on a trail across Glasgow visiting some of the lesser known parks that shaped how people spent their leisure time then and now.
Walk or cycle this virtually guided tour in one go, or in parts; or simply enjoy it from the comfort of your armchair and look at each of the buildings in a new light the next time you encounter them.
The untold Stories of local folk during the Second World War.
This tour looks at the history of Dumbreck, Bellahouston and Hazelwood.
Discover the beautiful surroundings of Maryhill and its rich history through our trails. We offer free maps of trails suitable for all ages and types of walks.
Take a walk around the Forth & Clyde Canal and unlock the story of Maryhill’s canal.
This mini audio tour will explore Mackintosh in Maryhill and the surrounding area, talking about Maryhill’s past, how the canal links with the industrial revolution which impacted Mackintosh’s legacy.
The Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow brings you a medical heritage trail through the city centre of Glasgow.
Come on a tour delving in to the WWII War Memorial of Newlands South Church to find out a bit more about those who lost their lives and where and how they lived.
Join Sam Ellis, of Pollokshields Heritage, for a digital audio tour of Pollokshields, the original, the biggest and the best-preserved planned garden suburb in the UK.
Discover the history of a landmark building and the park project inspired by it.
Your tour will journey along the historic High Street & Saltmarket thoroughfare, through past & present occupation of this historic quarter of Glasgow.
Sculpture Placement Group (SPG) invite you to take part their Sculpture Trail celebrating Govan’s rich and varied sculptural heritage.
Local resident Andrew Greg takes you on a tour of these narrow leafy streets. He will describe the history of the original village, once on the edge of Victorian Glasgow’s burgeoning growth.
Take a wander and learn more about the people and businesses who made the area what it was. More than a shopping centre, the market was the beating and banter-filled heart of the Glaswegian community.
A cycling and walking trail which marks the locations of 14 of Glasgow’s potteries that exported their ware across the globe.
This map will take you on a journey through part of the city, uncovering some of the hidden transatlantic slave trade connections behind our buildings and the spaces between them.
Part of the West Boathouse project. This walk includes lots of activities, games and things to think about. The kinds of wildlife you see change depending on the time of day you visit and the season.
A short walk exploring this hidden architectural gem, with its secret garden in Glasgow’s west end.
This walk explores Mackintosh’s hidden architectural projects around Glasgow’s city centre.
Unfolding Argyle Street offers a reintroduction to the city-centre portion of one of Glasgow’s longest and most varied streets.
On our tour we will journey past some of the key cultural & civic spaces and will explore the varied housing.
Uncover the stories of the women and their communities who shaped this city. This trail was co-produced with the volunteers of the Thistles and Dandelions project, an inclusive heritage project.
About Digital Trails
Digital trails have been created using the Guidigo app.
You can download the Guidigo app on your Android or Apple device using these buttons:
Once you have downloaded the app you will be able to search for the name of the trail you desire. You will also be able to browse the other trails around you.
You can complete trails digitally using the app or for the full experience you can travel the route ‘in real life’ using your device to help you navigate.
You can also click the VIEW TRAIL link on each page to see a desktop version of the route.