The Lighthouse Glasgow

My top city view

Ηelene from Glasgow

"I always pop in "The Lighthouse" in Glasgow when I'm in the area. I love climbing up the beautiful spiral tower staircase and enjoying the view..."

(TEMPORARY CLOSURE) When I find myself in Glasgow City Center, I always try to pop in the Lighthouse, an interesting venue situated in the well-hidden Mitchell lane, off the busy Buchanan Street, one of the most famous streets in Scotland.

The original building was the first public commission whose prominent Tower was designed in 1895 by the famous architect Charles Rennie Mackintosh (as a water tank to protect the former Glasgow Herald newspaper). The building has since been transformed into Scotland's Center of Design and Architecture, now promoting exhibitions and events.

Probably my favorite experience here is climbing around the beautiful spiral tower staircase to reach the outside view over the city. Be prepared for a lot of steps, but the 360-degree view is worth the effort! You can reach it from the 3rd floor. If you are interested in the work and life of Charlie Mackintosh, do not miss the gallery on the 3rd floor!

Entrance to the Lighthouse is free and it is a great start to a C.R Mackintosh tour of the city. And only a hundred metres away, on Sauchiehall Street, you can treat yourself at the Willow Tea Rooms. the only surviving example of Mackintosh tea room design (REOPENED IN DECEMBER 2021).

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Glasgow Spotter Ηelene

About me Originally from France, I left Paris to move to Glasgow in 2015 and fell in love with the country. I teach French to foreigners and have a passion for languages, film, and photography. I am currently studying for a Master’s in film curation, have organized a few film events and contribute to a Scottish art magazine. I am drawn to the outdoors, love Scotland’s wilderness and forces of nature. I fancy hillwalking and road trips to Northern territories and feel great on top of a mountain. My goal is to take as many ferries as I can to reach each of the many Scottish i...

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