George Square & City Chambers
George Square
The city centre square, surrounded by Victorian statues and the grand City Chambers, and a stage for festivities.
The square was laid out in 1781 and is home to more than ten statues, including the Sir Walter Scott Column. On its eastern side, the Glasgow City Chambers, built in 1888, feature marble staircases and banqueting halls of extraordinary luxury. Free guided tours are usually offered at 10:30 and 14:30 on weekdays, with limited places, so arrive early or book ahead. The square sits right beside Glasgow Central and Queen Street stations and is a good starting point for exploring the city centre.
Opening hours
Square open all day; city hall tours Mon–Fri
Nearby sights
- Gallery of Modern Art (GoMA)
- Buchanan Street
- The Lighthouse
- Mackintosh at the Willow
- City Centre Mural Trail
- Provand's Lordship
- The Barras & Barrowland Ballroom
- St Mungo Museum of Religious Life and Art