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The Top 5 Shopping Destinations in Glasgow

June 30, 2009 in Glasgow | Comments (13)

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It is no secret that Glasgow, one of Scotland’s largest cosmopolitan cities is famous for it’s shopping experiences. Whether on a bargain budget or living the high-life with an extensive wallet, it remains undoubted that Glasgow succeeds in catering to all types of customer. Below is a condensed list of the top 5 shopping destinations in Glasgow:

1. SILVERBURN SHOPPING CENTRE:

This extensive shopping venue sits just outside Glasgow’s city centre. With it’s multitude of high street brands, including Topshop, Bank, Marks and Spencer and Kurt Geiger, and luxurious restaurants, vast parking facilities and child play areas, Silverburn offers a family friendly experience under just one roof.

2. BUCHANAN STREET:

Situated in the very heart of Glasgow, Buchanan Street offers even the most unenthusiastic of shoppers a delightful shopping experience. With many big- name brands such as House of Fraser, Molton Brown, Office and Urban Outfitters to name just a few, Buchanan Street proves to successfully provide a truly satisfying shopping experience.

3. PRINCES SQUARE,BUCHANNAN STREET:

Situated in the centre of Glasgow’s most popular shopping district, Princes’ Square offers a unique and luxurious experience which successfully caters to a variety of tastes. The venue plays host to many designer brands and restaurants. Designer brands which fondly call such an exquisite venue home include Calvin Klein, underwear brand Curves and Lace, Kurt Keiger, Ted Baker and most recently Vivienne Westwood, to name just a few. Princes Square will undoubtedly satisfy any shopaholic’s desires.

4. THE ITALIAN CENTRE, MERCHANT CITY:

Just a stones throw away from Princes Square and Buchanan Street, this high-fashion venue extends the list of designer brands which Glasgow is home to. Luxurious names such as Gucci and Versace sit pride of place here, so be prepared to empty your wallets if you so dare.

5. GREAT WESTERN ROAD:

An excellent shopping district situated in the West End , Great Western Road appeals to those shoppers on the prowl for something unique and quirky. With a vast list of luxurious boutiques and one-of-a-kind vintage stores, you can be sure to find a gem whilst strolling through this pleasant district, quenching your thirst and hunger in divine cafes and restaurants as you go.