Things to do in Glasgow and the Central Belt

Pssst… Did you know we have over 1,200 Trails all over the UK? If you’re looking for things to do near Glasgow, a self-guided walk is a great place to start. Click the markers on the map above, check out the sites listed below, or find a specific place using the search bar. Read on to discover what’s in store on your Trail adventure… 

Treasure Trails turn leisurely walks into exciting escapades! Explore Glasgow and the county of Lanarkshire while following a series of creative clues to lead you ever closer to cracking the elusive secret code and saving the day! Whether your explorers are 6 or 106, they will love working together as a team, with an eye on the prize, and you’ll easily cover a few miles without complaint! Choose between detective mysteries, spy missions and treasure hunts – or try all three! The choice is yours. Which Trail will you pick first? 

The county of Lanarkshire is diverse and beautiful, with natural sights and historic architecture dotted all around. It’s the perfect base for a family getaway and only a short distance from the city of Glasgow. There are 16 Treasure Trails spread around the county, so make the most of a day out and explore the area with a self-guided walk. The question is, where to start?  

Start on the infamous Braveheart Trail, in the market town of Lanark, where an unsavoury detective mystery needs to be solved. Head to Rouken Glen Park with your cohort of super spies to avert a mission that could prove very costly if not foiled. Then hop over to Glasgow in search of a vast collection of gleaming gold. Once you’ve found it, you’ll be delighted to hear that there are another four Trails in the city to tackle. 

There are loads of activities around Glasgow to get involved in, and you’re bound to love your Treasure Trail experience. Discover your new favourite places in this stunning part of Scotland and make amazing memories along the way. What more do you need from a day out with the family?  

Check out all the incredible Treasure Trails around Glasgow and the rest of Lanarkshire in the list below. To find somewhere more specific to your location, scroll up to the top of the page for a map view, or enter the place you’d like to explore into the search bar.