Glasgow's 7 prettiest and coolest streets well worth a stroll down

Glasgow is home to incredible cultural hotspots that are spread across the length and breadth of the city.

From popular locations in the Southside to hidden spots in the West End, there is a lot to go and see.

Whether you want a beautiful street to stroll down or are looking for some interesting shops, here are some of Glasgow's prettiest and coolest streets.

Glasgow's 7 prettiest and coolest streets to walk down

Great Western Road is one of the main streets in the West End (Google Maps) (Image: Google Maps)

Here are our picks for the prettiest and coolest streets in Glasgow:

Great Western Road

Perhaps one of the more obvious locations on this list, Great Western Road is a popular street for a reason.

One of the main thoroughfares of the West End, the street is home to hundreds of independent cafes, unique pubs like The Scallion and eateries like Non Viet Restaurant which serves Vietnamese food.

The street is also iconic for its abundance of sandstone tenements, the nearby Botanic Gardens and church spires like the one at St Mary's which reach up into the city's skyline.

Ashton Lane 

Ashton Lane is well liked for its cocktail bars and pubs (NQ) (Image: NQ)

A West End spot tucked away between Byres Road and University Avenue, Ashton Lane is popular with students and the wider city thanks to its many cocktail bars (like Vodka Wodka) and the pubs housed in its old Victorian stables.

The cobbled lanes and its many public houses, make it ideal for a quick stroll.

Victoria Road

Victoria Road in the Southside of Glasgow is near independent pubs and Queen's Park (Google Maps) (Image: Google Maps)

Located in the Southside of the city near Queen's Park, Victoria Road is close to a number of independent pubs like The Bell Jar and has plenty of charity shops perfect for those who like to have a browse while out and about.

Much like other streets on this list, the road is defined by its prevalence of sandstone tenements which make it both pretty and unmistakably Glaswegian.

Hidden Lane

The Hidden Lane just off Argyll Street in Finnieston is a Bohemian haven popular with artists, designers and lovers of all things retro.

While it does have a rustic look, the lane is a popular haunt for musical artists like Neil McFarlane and Ross Taylor who have recorded at Crikey Studio.

Bain Street

St Luke's is a popular live music venue on Bain Street (Google Maps) (Image: Google Maps)

Bain Street in the East End lies just off the more travelled Gallowgate and is home to the popular live music venue St Luke's as well as the resurgent Barras.

As well as stunning buildings and pubs like The Winged Ox, the road ends at Glasgow Green, making it ideal for those fancying a stroll around the park.

Park Circus 

Park Circus is flanked by grand structures and Kelvingrove Park (Getty) (Image: Getty)

For something quieter on your stroll through the city, try Park Circus which is known for its grand townhouses built in the 19th Century.

At the centre of the residential spot is a well-maintained garden, bringing a bit of nature to Glasgow's concrete surroundings.

The neighbouring area is also home to large towering buildings as well as one of the prettiest spots in Glasgow - Kelvingrove Park.

Castle Street

Glasgow Cathedral and the city's oldest house are located on Castle Street (Getty) (Image: Getty)

For those wanting to explore some of the city's heritage, visit Castle Street where Glasgow Cathedral is located as well as the oldest surviving house in the city, which was built in 1471.

Located a five-minute walk from the Necropolis, you can enjoy stunning views of the city if you're brave enough to trek the hill.