{"id":274,"date":"2025-11-08T09:00:00","date_gmt":"2025-11-08T09:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ourglasgow.co.uk\/hotels\/?p=274"},"modified":"2025-11-04T13:20:12","modified_gmt":"2025-11-04T13:20:12","slug":"the-dark-side-of-glasgow","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ourglasgow.co.uk\/attractions\/2025\/11\/08\/the-dark-side-of-glasgow\/","title":{"rendered":"The Dark Side of Glasgow"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step off the beaten path and uncover the Dark Side of Glasgow on this thrilling and atmospheric walking tour. <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Led by an expert local guide, this experience dives into the city\u2019s murky past. Revealing tales of crime, punishment, hauntings and historical scandals that most visitors never hear.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What to Expect<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Your journey into the <strong>Dark Side of Glasgow<\/strong> begins at the Duke of Wellington Statue Royal Exchange Square Glasgow G1 3AG. From there, your guide takes you through the shadowy streets of the city centre, sharing spine-tingling stories of old prisons, infamous murders and mysterious disappearances. Along the way, you\u2019ll stop at historical buildings, dark alleyways and other locations tied to Glasgow\u2019s more sinister chapters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Highlights of the Experience<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Highlights include real-life tales of bodysnatchers, cursed artefacts and hidden underground vaults. Furthermore, your guide delivers each story with theatrical flair and historical accuracy, making the tour both entertaining and informative. If you enjoy ghost stories, true crime or the gothic side of history, this tour is a must-do.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Where to Meet<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>Dark Side of Glasgow<\/strong> tour starts at the Duke of Wellington Statue Royal Exchange Square Glasgow G1 3AG. It\u2019s easy to reach by public transport or on foot. Be sure to arrive 10\u201315 minutes early, and wear comfortable shoes. 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