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Situated on the west end of the Central Belt and along the Clyde riverbanks, Glasgow is not only the largest city in Scotland, but one of the most popular tourist destinations in the entire United Kingdom. The city offers the best shopping experience outside London, and is famous for its gorgeous parks and museums. It also serves as a gateway to the Highlands and the British Isles.
To experience the full beauty of the region, take your campervan out to its neighboring towns and villages ofCrianlarich, Cumnock, and Greenock. And if you want to take your journey even further, you can take a short drive to Edinburgh, which is approximately 76 kilometres from Glasgow.
Some of our favourite things to do in Glasgow are:
Summer (June, July, August): Tour Glasgow’s own “Statue of Liberty”, the City Chambers, which is considered one of the UK’s most beautiful civic buildings. Travel a short 30-minutes outside Glasgow to tour Loch Lomond, the largest lake in Great Britain (by surface area).
Fall (September, October, November): Witness the seasonal change of leaves at the Cairngorm Reindeer Herd, stargaze at Galloway Forest Park where more than 7,000 stars and planets are visible to the naked eye,and explore Glasgow on two wheels, cycling through the city’s stunning parks and woodlands.
Winter (December, January, February): Warm the cockles of your heart with tours of whisky makers, Glengoyne Distillery and The Clydeside Distillery. Try a Yorkshire Pudding wrap with pork at the St Enoch Square Christmas markets.
Spring (March, April, May): Set out on foot and discover Glasgow’s famous lanes affectionately known as “The Lanes” along Byres Road lined with boutiques and restaurants worth exploring. Spend an afternoon amongst the fresh air at Glasgow Green. Experience true Glaswegian culture with a trip to the Barras Market open every Saturday.
Year-Round: Try and visit all eight of Glasgow’s museums, including the Gallery of Modern Art, Riverside Museum, and Kelvin Hall. Stand in awe of Glasgow Cathedral, the only mainland medieval cathedral to have survived the 1560 Reformation. Let the kids enjoy the exhibits and interactive performances at the Glasgow Science Centre.
Craigendmuir Caravan & Camping Park, or also known as Red Deer Village Holiday Park, is the perfect place to start your journey to Glasgow. The campsite is situated within Craigendmuir Park and offers excellent facilities for campers and caravanners. The park is approximately 22-minutes by car from Glasgow airport. They have hard-standing and grass pitches with electric hook-ups for motorhomes and campervans. There are well-equipped toilets, shower blocks, drinking water taps, and launderette within the campsite.
Pannell Farm is a traditional farmhouse that welcomes campers and caravanners. It is just 10-minutes away from Glasgow Airport and 20-minutes away from Toonspeak Young People's Theatre. If you're coming from the airport, take A737 going to Irvine. Pannell Farm has ample space for campers to park their cheap campervan hire and set up their tents. There are also pitches for caravans and RV rentals. Campers and caravanners can take advantage of free access to the showers, toilets, and laundry room.
Auchengillan Outdoor Centre is more than just a campsite, this is the perfect place to mingle with fellow campers. They offer summer camps where campers can take part in various activities. If you won't be able to make it this summer, you can still go camping with your friends and family since the centre is open all year round. From Glasgow Airport, you need to drive for about 26-minutes to reach the campsite. The centre has large open fields and smaller woodland areas so you can choose whether you prefer a secluded campsite or a more spacious one.
Coats Observatory is Scotland's oldest public observatory and designed by highly-acclaimed architect John Honeyman. The project of Thomas Coats was established in 1883 and is now one of the most popular attractions in Paisley. It is located 2.4 miles (or approximately 7-minutes) away from Glasgow Airport. It boasts of its newly installed digital planetarium where guests can marvel the wonders of the sky. Get a chance to see the different constellations, star clusters, nebulae, and distant galaxies right in your own chair.
Paisley Abbey is a beautiful church situated on the east bank of White Cart Water right in the heart of Paisley. Glasgow Airport is just five minutes away from the abbey so you can easily visit it whilst waiting for your flight. It was once a Cluniac monastery before it became the current parish church of the Church of Scotland. The historic church was established in 1163 and has been welcoming visitors and pilgrims from across the globe. Paisley Abbey has many interesting features, including the 10th-century cross, the tomb of Marjorie Bruce, Abbey organ, and the gargoyles. Apart from the church, you can also check out the visitors’ centre and cosy café.
Fossil Grove can be found within Victoria Park in the western part of Glasgow. It is located 6.7 miles from Glasgow Airport or approximately 10-minute drive so it's easy to drop by here before and after arrival. The site was named as a Special Scientific Interest by the Scottish Natural Heritage. You will find fossil trees that are around 330 million years old. Fossil remains were discovered back in 1887 when they removed the surrounding rocks while landscaping the park. The most distinct features of Fossil Grove are the well-preserved tree stumps, fallen trunk, and a viewing balcony.
Glasgow Museums Resource Centre (GMRC) is like a crossover of a museum and a store because it houses the collections that are not currently exhibited in the museums. It is located at 200 Woodhead Road in Nitshill and approximately 16-minutes away from the Glasgow Airport. There are more than 1.4 million items stored in GMRC's 17 purpose-built pods. The collection ranges from Arms and Armour to Technology and Transport. There are many ways on how you can explore GMRC – either through tours, activities or talks.
On hiring a campervan in Glasgow
Unlike when hiring a rental car, people tend to book a campervan a bit further in advance, and there are a few reasons for this.
When you’re hiring a campervan, you’re not simply hiring something with four wheels to buzz around a city for a few days, instead you’re hiring a vehicle that you could well be living in for days, weeks, or even months. As such, people tend to have far more specific needs — some may require a certain number of berths, perhaps an onboard kitchen, or more comfortable living space. All this means that doing your research to find the right campervan for you can pay off handsomely — but it also means that supply is more limited. When supply is limited, it is a good idea to book as far in advance as possible so that you know that the campervan you need will be waiting for you when you arrive.
With this in mind, while it isn’t unusual for people to book a hire car the day before they need it, with campervans, people often book their vehicle months in advance. So our advice to you is if you’re planning to rent a campervan, start researching today, and when you find the right campervan for you, book it!
One more point, another way campervan rentals differ from regular cars, is that bookings are not instant. Once you make a campervan booking it will need to be approved by the provider. Yet another reason not to leave your campervan rental until you’re sitting in the airport boarding lounge.
If you’re new to campervans and not sure where to start, please give our before booking a campervan rental page a read as it explains many of the basics you’ll need to know to make an informed decision.
We could start off by telling you that a typical customer hiring a campervan in Glasgow tends to look at campervans with two or four berths (including a toilet and shower). This isn’t really all that helpful though, as they type of campervan you should hire in Glasgow depends very much on the type of campervan you — rather than a typical customer — needs. Consider the following questions:
How big is your travel group? What is your budget? What facilities do you need — or not need? Where are you planning to go? How long for? Knowing the answers to these questions — and plenty more — is the best way to make sure the campervan you hire in Glasgow is the right one for you.
Solo travellers or couples might find a compact campervan to be more than enough, while families — especially those with young kids — or larger groups might prefer a more spacious motorhome with multiple sleeping areas.
Next, consider the facilities you need and the facilities you want. These might sound the same, but they are very different! Basic campervans often include a bed and simple cooking gear, while more luxurious options feature kitchens, bathrooms, and comfortable bedding. For example, if you’re planning on camping, perhaps paying the extra for comfortable beds isn’t really necessary, but if you’re not even packing a tent, then the extra expense required to get more comfortable beds might be a smart choice.
Where you’re going also matters. If you’re planning to just potter around Glasgow and its immediate surrounds, then you could probably get away with a standard campervan. That said, if you’re planning to drive from Glasgow to Cornwall — or London — something more spacious would be a sound investment.
Think about your budget, as campervans vary in cost depending on size, amenities, and rental duration, and while shortening the length of your trip might bring different options within your budget, spending more to get a bigger van may mean you’ll spend even less on hotels. Either way, do the math!
In conclusion, when you’re booking a campervan for pickup from Glasgow, it pays to be honest when considering what you need versus what you want, along with what fits with your budget and overall travel plans. It’s the best way to maximise your chance of getting the perfect campervan for you.
For most rental caravan providers, the minimum age to rent a campervan is the same as for car rentals — 21 years of age. Depending on the campervan rental supplier, those under 21 may only be able to rent certain vehicles. Double check with the campervan rental provider to see what their specific requirements are.
In most cases, you won’t need to present a special type of licence to rent a campervan — you’ll only be asked to present your standard and valid full driving licence. Keep in mind that a probationary, learner permit, or provisional licence are not accepted for campervan hire. If your licence is in a language other than English, you’ll need to provide an International Driving Permit in conjunction with your valid licence. If you’re unsure as to whether your licence will be accepted, you should contact your prospective campervan provider prior to booking.
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