Charles Rennie Mackintosh Walking Tour: Saturdays 10am
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Glasgow, Scotland
- 2 hours (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Explore the life and work of Glasgow's most famous designer, architect, and artist on this small-group walking tour. Discover Glasgow through the eyes of the great Charles Rennie Mackintosh and visit some of his most famous works that still stand to this day. Finish up at the Mackintosh Tearooms, with tickets including entry into the incredible exhibition.
- Discover how Glasgow has been shaped by the works of Charles Rennie Mackintosh
- Enjoy the laid-back atmosphere of a small-group tour
- See places related to Mackintosh that you wouldn't find alone
- Go beyond the art history books with facts and insights from your guide
What's Included
- Exhibition Entry - Mackintosh at the Willow
- Expert local guide
- Entry to the Lighthouse
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- Clutha & Victoria Bar159 Bridgegate, Glasgow G1 5HZ, UK
Meet us by the Mackintosh Mural at the Clutha!
End point
- The Mackintosh Tearooms217 Sauchiehall St, Glasgow G2 3EX, UK
You'll finish at Mackintosh at the Willow to explore their exhibition (ticket price included!)
Start time.10:00 am
Itinerary
1
The Clutha Bar
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
2
Saint Enoch Square
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
3
Sloans
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
4
Buchanan Street
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
5
The Lighthouse
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
6
The Daily Record Building
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
7
Glasgow Savings Bank Building
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
8
Bath Street Palomino
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
9
The Glasgow Art Club
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
10
The Mackintosh Tearooms
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Transportation is wheelchair accessible
- Most travelers can participate
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Reviews
4.8
based on 76 reviews
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Jennie_S, Aug 2026
Louise is very knowledgeable, friendly and fun. Learned a lot about Glasgow's history and Mackintosh's life and influence.
George_P, Aug 2026
Our guide was knowledgeable, friendly, funny and kind. We had to leave early because we had another commitment. An interesting architectural tour of Central Glasgow. Less of McIntosh’s work than I expected, but interesting to architectural students and fans.
Sue_M, Jul 2026
An interesting talk with lots of background information. Quite a bit of walking at a reasonable speed. Worth combining with a trip to the Ronnie Mackintosh House at the Huntarian Museum
Laura_H, Jun 2026
Our guide, Tommy, was as entertaining as he was informative. He shared a lot of information about the Arts and Crafts and Art Nouveau movements in Glasgow, giving a clear context for the work of Charles Rennie Macintosh. He made a point of including information about female artists of the time. He has a great sense of humor and friendly, welcoming manner. It was worth making time for this tour.
Richard_P, May 2026
A very good overview of Mackintosh life and work in Glasgow. It's a lengthy walk; but Tommie, our guide is very well informed and prepared to share voluminous data about RM, his wife, and his work.
MATTHEW_R, Oct 2025
We traveled to Glasgow specifically for the tour and were not disappointed. Studied his work in school and hoped to see his work some day.
Alex_R, Oct 2025
Vas was an excellent guide, and happily answered all our questions. Thoroughly enjoyable tour, even on a windy wet morning.
Eleanor_G, Sep 2025
Fascinating stories shared by our excellent guide Louise provided us not only with insights into the world of Mackintosh, but also into Scottish life and culture.
Aaron_D, Aug 2025
Our guide Tommy was brilliant...more than knowledgeable, thorough, articulate, charismatic, hilarious, approachable, and sensitive to individual needs. He was our dream entry person to Mackintosh and Glasgow overall!
Lynne_R, Jun 2025
Brilliant, well informed guide who gave us a hug incite to the life and times of Rennie Mackintosh as well as Glasgow during his lifetime. Lots of interesting anecdotes too
Sheila_S, Jun 2025
Interesting tour with extremely knowledgable guide and other friendly travelers gave us a unique perspective on Glasgow and the Macintoshes. Loved banding at the real Willow!.
Ethan_K, May 2025
Tommy is an excellent guide who knows his Mackintosh and Glasgow history and explains it clearly and is very friendly and entertaining. I felt like a fit a tour of the city while learning about Mackintosh and seeing the sites relevant to his life and career.
Judith_A, May 2025
The guide, Tommy was brilliant and told the story of CRM and his wife Margaret with passion. Visit the old Glasgow.
Chris_N, May 2024
What a fun morning touring Glasgow and various Mackintosh points of interest. Many great stories, beautiful architecture, and other fun sites. Tommy was the ultimate tour guide- on point, funny, and technical. Well worth the modest cost.
Ruth_S, Jul 2023
Was looking forward to this tour for a while, and Tommy made it an experience that did not disappoint. From his knowledge about CRM to his easy and funny way of interacting with the tour, he made me wish it was a longer tour.
Carmel_S, Sep 2022
The guide was very knowledgeable and funny
He brought the architecture to life
He obviously loves his job
Response from Host, Sep 2022
Thank you for the lovely review!
Robin_B, Aug 2022
Great guide who was very knowledgeable and had a great personality! Enjoyed all of his stories and tales.
John_B, Jun 2022
Great walking tour. Guide was excellent. Sadly, he did not have our names on the reservation list because they had not been passed along by Viator. Apparently this happens frequently. Lesson learned, book directly with the tour company.
Response from Host, Jun 2022
Hi John, so glad you enjoyed the Mackintosh tour! :)
June_F, May 2022
Finding the hidden Mackintosh buildings in Lanes was an eye opener. However one of the stops was missed, stop 7
The Glasgow Art Club-'Marvel at Mackintosh's work and learn about the ladies art movement of the time'.
and the Lighthouse was unfortunately closed.
The guide was informative but a wee bit too much of the Glasgow Patter- not really necessary.
Response from Host, Jun 2022
Thanks June for the review, will take that to note! Really appreciate it :)
Eric_M, May 2022
I enjoyed the tour and the enthusiasm of the guide, Tommy, but somehow he did NOT have me down on his list of paid reservations. So somebody slipped up somewhere. Fortunately, Tommy was very nice and allowed me to take a tour anyway. Fortunately, I had my printed confirmation as proof, even though the tour company apparently did not.
Response from Host, May 2022
Hi Eric,
As I said in the message to you, there was an error with our booking system which is now resolved. I'm really sorry to hear that the tour started that way for you, however, I'm glad to hear that you still managed to go on one of our tours. We hope that you enjoyed your Charles Rennie Mackintosh tour.
All the best,
Em
Miriam_W, Aug 2021
The amount of information from the guide was great. Very well organised and on time. Good value for the money.
Response from Host, Aug 2021
Thanks for leaving a wonderful review, we're happy you enjoyed it! :)
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