Destination Glasgow
Scotland’s largest city is home to an array of remarkable museums, visitor attractions and galleries – housing one of Europe’s largest civic arts collections and a cutting edge contemporary visual arts scene that is envied across the globe. With its compact size, Glasgow makes it easy for visitors to explore its diverse neighbourhoods, as well as the incredible range of built heritage.
The Western Highlands
Escape to the enchanting Western Highlands of Glasgow, a land of mystical beauty and captivating landscapes. Just a short drive from the bustling city, you’ll find yourself immersed in a realm of ancient castles, misty mountains, and shimmering lochs. LEARN MORE
Glasgow Accommodation
Hotel Rates & Booking Options:
ICIS has secured a number of room blocs at various local hotels, within walking distance of the SEC venue. The hotels selected range in price and star rating, to accommodate varying budgets.
Accommodation will be sold on a first come, first served basis and the published rates will be available until 31, May 2024.
Book now to avoid disappointment and secure your discounted rate!
Glasgow Accommodation
Travelling to Glasgow
Glasgow is located in West Central Scotland. It’s the largest city in Scotland and is extremely well served by transport links, including three international airports within 40 miles of the city centre and only an hour’s flight from London.
By Air
Glasgow is accessed by three airports:
Glasgow Airport
Glasgow Prestwick Airport
Edinburgh Airport
By Train
Glasgow Central Station links Glasgow by rail to all UK cities south of Glasgow. Glasgow Queen Street Station operates routes mainly to Central and Northern Scotland. Learn More
More Travel Options
More information on getting to Scotland and getting around Glasgow, visit Traveline Scotland
Passports & Visas
If you require a support letter to assist you in your visa application, this can be requested during the abstract submission process. Simply tick the box on the form and once your abstract is submitted, a support letter will be emailed to you within in 3 working days. If you have any questions regarding this process, please contact ICIS@podiumconferences.com.
You will only need permission (known as ‘entry clearance’ or ‘a visa’) to come to the UK for a business visit of up to six months if you are a visa national. Currently 108 countries require a visa to enter the UK. You can apply for a visa within 3 months of intended date of travel at visa sections at UK embassies, high commissions and consulates and through visa application centres around the world. The visa is valid for 6 months. If you are a non-visa national, permission to come for up to six months is not needed.
Local Info
There are no hard and fast rules for tipping in Scotland. If you are happy with the service, a 10-15% tip is customary, particularly in a restaurant or café with table service. Tipping in bars is not expected. For taxi fares, tipping is at your discretion.
Great British Pound – GBP £, Sterling. Foreign currency and travellers cheques can be exchanged at banks, post offices, travel agents, bureau de change kiosks and some hotels throughout the city. Credit cards are widely accepted in Glasgow and Automated Teller Machines (ATMs) or cash machines can be found throughout the city.
All purchases in Britain, with the exception of food and books, are subject to VAT, which increases the cost of an item by 20%. This is already included in the price shown in shops. Visitors from non-EU countries can claim a refund of VAT from selected shops on goods to be taken out of the country under the Retail Export Scheme.
The UK drives on the left hand side of the road. To drive in the UK, you require to have a current driving licence. A foreign licence is valid in the UK for up to 12 months.
Smoking is banned in all public places including all enclosed or partly-enclosed public areas.
The standard voltage in Scotland is 240V AC, 50Hz. North American appliances need a transformer and an adapter; Australasian appliances need only an adapter. Plugs have 3 square pins and adapters are widely available.
Glasgow is one of Scotland’s milder areas with temperatures usually higher than most places of equal latitude away from the UK, due to the warming influence of the Gulf Stream.
Summer is warm and has the added benefit of 16 hours of daylight.
