Glasgow is set on fairly gentle hills rising up from the basin created by the River Clyde, so the city is amenable to walking. Most "perambulations" don't involve the scaling of many steep streets -- although in order to obtain good vistas, a climb is sometimes obligatory. Like in any bustling metropolis now rather overly dependent on the use of automobiles, pedestrians should always exercise caution at intersections and other crossing points. Remember, look both ways. Glasgow drivers (including those behind the wheels of city buses) can be a tad aggressive at times. Still, some streets have been made into pedestrian malls. Most of the city's buildings in the central districts are neither especially tall nor exceptionally imposing. It is quite easy to get off the beaten track and away from crowds, should that be your desire. Plus, the "dear green place" has plenty of parks and open spaces. And given the multitude of bus routes, the circular subway, and various suburban trains, getting back to where you began is typically easy, even if your route is not a convenient loop. If you have all day to spare, walks 1 to 3 listed below can be combined to create one pleasant stroll right across Glasgow from the Merchant City to the West End.
