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Charles Rennie Mackintosh Walking Tour

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2 Hours Mobile ticket Offered in: English, Spanish
Overview

Explore the life, works and tales of Glasgow's most famous designer, architect and artist at 10am on Saturdays in summer. Join us as we wander the streets of Mackintosh's home city to experience and witness his lasting legacy.

We'll take a deeper look at his life, marriage, influences and incredible expertise; visiting some of his most famous works that still stand to this day, his first married home, and some lesser known treasures along the way.

The tour will last 2 hours, including a stop at the world famous, Mackintosh designed Lighthouse museum, the former Daily Record building, Mackintosh's first married home and more! You'll finish up at Mackintosh at the Willow tearooms, with tickets including entry into the incredible exhibition.

What's Included
  1. Entry to the Lighthouse
  2. Exhibition Entry - Mackintosh at the Willow
  3. Expert local guide
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Start time

10:00 AM

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You'll finish at Mackintosh at the Willow to explore their exhibition (ticket price included!)

What To Expect
The Clutha Bar

We begin the tour and learn about Mackintosh's background (exterior visit only)

10 Minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Hear the foundations of Mackintosh's life and work in a bustling city centre square.

10 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Learn about Mackintosh's partnership with Mrs Cranston - a teamroom extraordinaire! (exterior visit only)

5 Minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Buchanan Street

View the Willow Tearooms - not a Mackintosh original but a reproduction! (exterior visit only)

5 Minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

The Lighthouse

Discover one of Mackintosh's first designed buildings, view the exhibition and marvel at the views! (exterior visit only)

20 Minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

The Daily Record Building

Marvel at the Daily Record Building's colour and design (exterior visit only)

10 Minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Glasgow Savings Bank Building

View a building designed by Mackintosh's inspiration - Alexander 'Greek' Thomson! (exterior visit only)

5 Minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Bath Street Palomino

View Mackintosh's first married flat. Here he first lived with his wife, Margaret, before moving to a new location in the West End. You can even see some of his design through the window! (exterior visit only)

10 Minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

The Glasgow Art Club

Marvel at Mackintosh's work and learn about the ladies art movement of the time (exterior visit only)

15 Minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Finished up at Mackintosh at the Willow. You'll have a chance to explore their incredible exhibition (around an hour) - the ticket is included with your walking tour!

10 Minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Additional Info
  1. Wheelchair accessible
  2. Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  3. Service animals allowed
  1. Public transportation options are available nearby
  2. Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  3. Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Operated by Walking Tours in Glasgow

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

  1. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time
  2. Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  3. If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  4. This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  5. Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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