Empire of Smoke, Glasgow
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Highlights
- An engaging and entertaining exploration of how Glasgow became what it is today
- A host of historic 18th century buildings linked to titans of the tobacco trade
- An interactive tour, like an escape room but outdoors and with pub/cafe stops!
- Clues sent to your phones with help available, the perfect difficulty for all
- Grand Central Hotel to Sloans
Description
A puzzle-filled tour of Glasgow, delve into the city's history through its architecture, sculptures and artworks. Solve clues and challenges as you explore its development from a hub of the 18th century tobacco trade into a thriving Victorian metropolis and eventually a world-renowned city of music.
Along the way expect to see incredible murals, grandiose buildings from the 18th and 17th centuries, scandalous and surprising statues, monuments to the city's great artists, and of course great pubs and cafes. This trail takes you on a scenic route through Merchant City and Trongate, showing you easily-missed gems and engaging you with entertaining riddles.
A unique and immersive way to experience Glasgow, perfect for locals and first time visitors alike. Those looking to explore the underappreciated grandeur of this great city need look no further!
How It Works
Your team will receive clues on your phones that, once deciphered, will guide you to interesting and scenic parts of the city. At each of these you will solve riddles, discover facts and unlock your next clue.The route is walking distance and features optional breaks at great pubs, bars and cafes along the way. The clues require no prior knowledge and come with hints to make the experience something everyone can enjoy.
Plan your day
Timings
Start any time, some daylight recommended
2 - 2.5 hours across 5.0 km / 3.1 miles
Start Location
Grand Central Hotel
End Location
Sloans
Communication Methods
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Such A great adventure. Saw places I never knew existed and loved the challenges. Brought us all together!

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Fantastic day!

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We had a brilliant time. Interesting facts, fun following clues and puzzles, saw unexpected sights. Great that it was w…

Mission I'm possibly lost
Loved the challenge - really enjoyed the range of puzzles & it was great to explore the city in this way! Great for the…

Harold & Dorris
We had a fantastic time doing this city walk and would highly recommend it to anyone. We discovered places we have neve…

The Dream Team
Great day

McGuirelays
Loved the challenges and the selection of stops along the way. Such a wonderful day

The Loopy Lucy’s
Fabulous day out around really interesting parts of the City

Gem & Mike’s RATW
Loved it !!
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