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Glasgow is the largest and best retail centre in the UK outside of London. The vibrant shopping district in the heart of the city is focused around the pedestrianised areas of Buchanan Street, Argyle Street, and Sauchiehall Street. Argyle Arcade, one of Britain’s oldest covered shopping arcades, built in 1827, is home to 32 jewellery shops, while Buchanan Galleries is one of the UK’s largest city centre retail projects. Other highlights include the refurbished St Enoch Centre, the Designer Exchange off Royal Exchange Square, and Princess Square set in a renovated 1841 square has a cosmopolitan selection of designer names.
Buchanan Galleries
Buchanan Galleries shopping centre is in the middle of Glasgow city centre, and the heart of a city which loves to shop. It has around 90 of the best high street names and specialist stores, including John Lewis, River Island, H&M, Next, Mango, Korres, and more. Plus a selection of stores which aren’t found anywhere else in Glasgow – or even Scotland. All in one place, all undercover, all in the heart of Glasgow city centre – Scotland’s shopping capital.
Princess Square
Situated on Buchanan Street, Princess Square is home to many of the world’s best know lifestyle brands. This world-class centre boasts over 45 quality stores, bars, restaurants & cafes, and its very own nightclub over five floors of quality leisure space. Open until midnight Monday to Saturday.
A truly exquisite venue, Princess Square presents a sophisiticated alternative to Scotland’s high street and a stylish destination for both dining and drinking.
St Enoch Centre
The St. Enoch Centre is the largest shopping centre in Scotland, and still the largest glass structure in Europe, prides itself on being a fun, family, and most of all friendly Centre catering for all age groups and tastes.
It has variety of shops including large department stores such as Debenhams, Boots, TK Maxx and Bhs. The kids can enjoy our kids play area and Kiddy Cabs and older kids can enjoy our two-man ride simulator. If you fancy a bite to eat or just even a coffee why not visit Scotland’s largest food court. With over 850 seats and a wide range of food outlets including KFC and McDonalds we are sure you won’t be disappointed.
Argyle Arcade
Argyle Arcade is a covered street which has the biggest selection of 32 jewellers shops all under one roof. It is one of Britain’s oldest covered shopping arcades, built in 1827 reknown for the ornate iron-framed hammerbeam roof which is as pleasing to the eye as the glittering contents of the shop window displays. The L-shaped arcade was built in 1904 and to this day houses an array of local jewellery designers’ shops as well as antique jewellers’ shops.
The Italian Centre
World famous names – wonderful atmosphere – not to be missed.
A selection of the finest Italian designer stores and the UK’s first Versace store, with pavement cafes completeing the centre’s cool and conemporay theme.
Merchant Square Indoor Shopping
Situated in the area east of George Square, Merchant Square offers a new kind of shopping retreat. With exclusive shops, restaurants and bars this outdoor shopping centre is fast becoming one of the most sought out destinations for shoppers looking for a refreshingly relaxed experience. The square offers small arts and crafts outlets ideal for the vistor looking for a unique gift to take home.
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