Afternoon Tea on a Vintage Bus in Glasgow

Overview

Enjoy a gourmet break aboard the Red Bus Bistro, a vintage Routemaster bus, for a culinary journey through Glasgow. For approximately 90 minutes, you will explore the city's highlights while enjoying an Afternoon Tea or Gin Tea experience. The tour, departing from Shuttle Street, takes you past iconic sites such as Provand's Lordship, the upscale West End, the University of Glasgow, the Kelvingrove Art Gallery, and the Transport Museum. On the gastronomic side, the experience includes a selection of canapés, handmade sandwiches, sumptuous cakes, and homemade warm scones served with cream and jam. Tea and coffee are unlimited. Gluten-free or vegetarian options are available upon request during booking.

Itinerary

1. Gallery of Modern Art

   A world class art museum and a place for people to gather, to learn and to share ideas. It displays, borrow and collect artworks from around the world.

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2. City Chambers

   The focal point of George Square is one of the city’s most iconic and imposing buildings, the City Chambers, whose magnificence tells the story of the wealth and industrial prosperity of the Second City of the Empire. It’s one of the most beautiful civic buildings in the UK and a huge favourite amongst locals and tourists

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3. Glasgow Cathedral

   One of Scotland's most magnificent medieval buildings, Glasgow Cathedral is the only one on the Scottish mainland to survive the Reformation of 1560 intact.

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4. The Necropolis

   The Necropolis is a Victorian garden cemetery full of wonderful architecture, sculpture and fascinating stories. Adjacent to Glasgow Cathedral, the Necropolis was modeled on Père-Lachaise in Paris. It is estimated that something in the order of 50,000 burials have taken place here, with around 3,500 tomb

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5. Wellpark Brewery

   Tennent’s Wellpark Brewery has been part of Scotland and its culture for generations. The historic brewery has been producing award winning brews since 1885.

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6. Glasgow Tower

   The seven-storey Tolbooth Steeple is Glasgow Cross`s most important feature and it is topped by a clock and a stone crown. This was once part of a much larger building, the Tolbooth, which provided accommodation for the Town Clerk`s office, the council hall and the city prison

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7. Doulton Fountain

   This was one of the most popular attractions at the 1888 International Exhibition in Kelvingrove Park, a landmark event that attracted over 5.7m visitors.The Doulton fountain is the largest fountain ever constructed in ceramic.

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8. People's Palace and Winter Gardens

   The People’s Palace is set in historic Glasgow Green. It is home to a collection of objects, photographs, prints and film which give a unique view into how Glaswegians lived, worked and played in years gone by to the present day.

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9. Kingston Bridge

   The Kingston Bridge is a balanced cantilever dual-span ten lane road bridge made of triple-cell segmented prestressed concrete box girders crossing the River Clyde in Glasgow, Scotland. Carrying the M8 motorway through the city centre, the Kingston Bridge is one of the busiest bridges in Europe, carrying around 150,000 vehicles every day.

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10. Clyde Arc Bridge

    The Clyde Arc is a road bridge spanning the River Clyde in Glasgow, Scotland, connecting Finnieston near the Clyde Auditorium and SEC with Pacific Quay and Glasgow Science Centre in Govan. A prominent feature of the bridge is its innovative curved design and the way that it crosses the river at an angle

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11. Finnieston Crane

    The Finnieston Crane or Stobcross Crane is a disused giant cantilever crane in the centre of Glasgow, Scotland. It is still operational, but is retained as a symbol of the city's engineering heritage. The crane was used for loading cargo, in particular steam locomotives, onto ships to be exported around the world

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12. SEC Armadillo

    The SEC Armadillo is a stylish, purpose-built venue and a Glasgow landmark. It was designed by world-renowned architects Foster + Partners and when it opened in 1997 it heralded a new era for the SEC and Glasgow’s vibrant waterfront.

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13. OVO Hydro

    The SSE Hydro is a multi-purpose indoor arena located within the Scottish Event Campus in Glasgow, Scotland. The arena was initially named The Hydro after its main sponsor, energy company Scottish & Southern Energy subsidiary Scottish Hydro

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14. The Clydeside Distillery

    Glasgow's first dedicated Single Malt Scotch Whisky Distillery in over 100 years. Visitor experience, Cafe, and Specialist Whisky Shop in the heart of Glasgow.

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15. Riverside Museum is Glasgow's award-winning transport museum. With over 3,000 objects on display there's everything from skateboards to locomotives, paintings to prams and cars to a Stormtrooper.

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16. Glasgow Tower

    Glasgow Tower is a free-standing tower located on the south bank of the River Clyde in Glasgow, Scotland and forms part of the Glasgow Science Centre complex

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17. The famous Tennent's Bar is a much-loved city centre local offering great beers, tasty food and lively banter in abundance. It's one of the last traditional pubs in Glasgow's West End.

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18. The Hunterian Art Gallery boasts one of the most distinguished public art collections in Scotland. Its permanent displays include works ranging from Rubens and Rembrandt to the Scottish Colourists and Glasgow Boys.

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19. The University of Glasgow has been changing the world since 1451. From Adam Smith, James Watt, and Lord Kelvin to today’s ‘world-changers’ who are working on some of the most exciting discoveries of our time, the University of Glasgow is a place where ambitious people can succeed regardless of background or circumstance.

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20. Kelvingrove Museum opened in 1901 and is a firm favourite with local people and visitors. It has stunning architecture and a family friendly atmosphere.

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21. An iconic Glasgow landmark at Charing Cross, the Mitchell Library is at the heart of Glasgow Libraries’ network, and contains some of the finest collections available to any public library. Materials both Scottish and international, rich in knowledge and information as well as support for new and growing businesses, The Mitchell is accessible to everyone, for research, inspiration and enjoyment

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Meeting point

What to know before you go

• Assistance dogs are welcome.
• Public transport is available nearby.
• Suitable for all fitness levels.
• No live or recorded guide commentary is provided on board.
• Bookings are only valid for the specified date and time.
• Table sharing is likely, especially during busy weekends.
• Arrival is required 10 to 15 minutes before departure at Shuttle Street; no refunds for latecomers.
• Gluten-free or vegetarian requirements must be specified during booking.
• No physical tickets are issued; your surname is sufficient for boarding.
• Children must be at least 3 years old to participate.
• Anyone under 14 must be accompanied by an adult.
• Smoking is prohibited on the bus at all times.
• The bus is not wheelchair accessible due to its vintage design.
• Lower deck seats can be reserved for those with reduced mobility.
• There are no toilets on board.

Travelers

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure date.

Who is it for?

• Food lovers wishing to discover Glasgow through a culinary lens.
• Families with children aged 3 and over.
• Travellers looking for a vintage and convivial atmosphere.

What makes it different

• A gastronomic experience served aboard a vintage Routemaster bus.
• A full menu including homemade scones, sandwiches, and unlimited drinks.

Frequently asked questions

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