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Babbity Bowsters

16-18 Blackfriars Street
Rated 9.0 in 1021 reviews

Babbity Bowsters, nestled in the vibrant city of Glasgow, United Kingdom, is a boutique hotel known for its blend of traditional charm and modern amenities. This quaint establishment is located in the heart of the Merchant City, a historic area synonymous with elegant architecture and cultural vibrancy. The hotel occupies a beautifully restored building that exudes character and warmth, making it a delightful choice for travelers seeking an intimate and authentic experience.

The décor at Babbity Bowsters reflects a seamless marriage of old-world charm and contemporary design. Guests can enjoy the cozy ambiance created by a tasteful mix of classic furnishings and thoughtful modern touches. Each room is uniquely decorated, offering a home-like atmosphere with all the necessary amenities for a comfortable stay.

A highlight of Babbity Bowsters is its pub and eatery, which has garnered a reputation among locals and tourists alike. Here, guests can savor traditional Scottish cuisine and a selection of drinks, including an extensive range of whiskies. The outdoor beer garden is particularly popular during the warmer months, providing a relaxed setting to unwind after a day of exploring the city.

Located conveniently close to local attractions and public transport links, Babbity Bowsters offers easy access to Glasgow’s bustling shopping districts, cultural landmarks, and entertainment spots. Whether you're in town for business or leisure, the warm hospitality and prime location of this boutique hotel promise a memorable Glasgow experience.

Climate and Weather

January
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Michelin Restaurants in Glasgow and near Babbity Bowsters

Glasgow Cathedral
Glasgow Cathedral
Church in Glasgow, Scotland, UK
0.7km / 0.41mi
Glasgow Green
Glasgow Green
Park in Glasgow, Scotland, UK
0.5km / 0.33mi
St Andrew's Cathedral
St Andrew's Cathedral
Catholic cathedral in Glasgow, Scotland, UK
0.7km / 0.44mi
Provand's Lordship
Provand's Lordship
Historic house museum in Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom
0.5km / 0.34mi
People's Palace
People's Palace
Museum and glasshouse in Glasgow Green, Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom
0.9km / 0.54mi
Gallery of Modern Art
Gallery of Modern Art
Art museum in Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom
0.6km / 0.38mi
St Mungo Museum of Religious Life and Art
St Mungo Museum of Religious Life and Art
Museum in Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom
0.6km / 0.35mi
Centre for Contemporary Arts
Centre for Contemporary Arts
Arts centre in Glasgow, Scotland, UK
1.6km / 1mi
Garnethill Synagogue
Garnethill Synagogue
Synagogue in Glasgow, Scotland, UK
1.8km / 1.1mi
Glasgow Central Mosque
Glasgow Central Mosque
Mosque in Glasgow City, Scotland, UK
0.8km / 0.52mi
Equestrian statue of the Duke of Wellington
Equestrian statue of the Duke of Wellington
Statue by Carlo Marochetti in Glasgow, United Kingdom
0.6km / 0.37mi
The Lighthouse
The Lighthouse
Building in Glasgow, Scotland, UK
0.8km / 0.49mi
St Aloysius Church
St Aloysius Church
Church in Glasgow, Scotland, UK
1.5km / 0.9mi
National Piping Centre
National Piping Centre
Museum in Glasgow City, Scotland, UK
1.3km / 0.79mi
Tenement House
Tenement House
House in Glasgow, Scotland, UK
1.9km / 1.2mi
Blessed John Duns Scotus Church, Glasgow
Blessed John Duns Scotus Church, Glasgow
Roman Catholic parish church in Gorbals, Glasgow, Scotland, UK
1km / 0.63mi
St George's-Tron Church
St George's-Tron Church
Church in Glasgow, Scotland, UK
0.8km / 0.48mi
Nelson Monument
Nelson Monument
Monument in Glasgow City, Scotland, UK
0.8km / 0.49mi
Glasgow Police Museum
Museum in Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom
160m / 180yd
Saint Mary's, Calton
Saint Mary's, Calton
Church in Calton, Glasgow, Scotland, UK
1.1km / 0.69mi
St Mungo's R.C. Church, 58 Parson Street, Glasgow
St Mungo's R.C. Church, 58 Parson Street, Glasgow
Church building in Glasgow, Scotland, UK
0.8km / 0.5mi
St Columba Church of Scotland, Glasgow
St Columba Church of Scotland, Glasgow
Church in Glasgow, Scotland, UK
1.6km / 0.97mi
Glasgow Cenotaph
Glasgow Cenotaph
War memorial in Glasgow, Scotland, UK
480m / 0.3mi
St. Anne's Church, Glasgow
St. Anne's Church, Glasgow
Church building in Glasgow, Scotland, UK
1.7km / 1mi
Our Lady of Good Counsel Church
Our Lady of Good Counsel Church
Church building in Glasgow, Scotland, UK
1.3km / 0.83mi
Sacred Heart Church, 52 Old Dalmarnock Road, Glasgow
Sacred Heart Church, 52 Old Dalmarnock Road, Glasgow
Church in Glasgow, Scotland, UK
1.8km / 1.1mi
Doulton Fountain, Glasgow Green, Glasgow
Doulton Fountain, Glasgow Green, Glasgow
Fountain in Glasgow, Scotland, UK
0.9km / 0.54mi
Statue of James Watt
Statue of James Watt
Statue in George Square, Glasgow, Scotland, UK
0.6km / 0.37mi
Lady Well
Lady Well
Holy well in Glasgow, Scotland, UK
0.7km / 0.43mi
Barony North Church, 14-20 Cathedral Square, Glasgow
Barony North Church, 14-20 Cathedral Square, Glasgow
Church building in Glasgow, Scotland, UK
0.6km / 0.34mi
James Martin Memorial Fountain and Canopy, Glasgow Green, Glasgow
James Martin Memorial Fountain and Canopy, Glasgow Green, Glasgow
Fountain in Glasgow, Scotland, UK
1.2km / 0.75mi
Statue of James Lumsden, Cathedral Square, Glasgow
Statue of James Lumsden, Cathedral Square, Glasgow
Statue in Glasgow, Scotland, UK
0.7km / 0.41mi
Statue of James White of Overtoun, Cathedral Square, Glasgow
Statue of James White of Overtoun, Cathedral Square, Glasgow
Statue in Glasgow, Scotland, UK
0.6km / 0.38mi
Statue of James Arthur, Cathedral Square, Glasgow
Statue of James Arthur, Cathedral Square, Glasgow
Statue in Glasgow, Scotland, UK
0.6km / 0.36mi
Statue Of David Livingstone, Cathedral Square
Statue Of David Livingstone, Cathedral Square
Statue in Glasgow, Scotland, UK
0.6km / 0.38mi
Statue of James Oswald
Statue of James Oswald
Statue in George Square, Glasgow, Scotland, UK
0.5km / 0.31mi
Statue of Thomas Campbell
Statue of Thomas Campbell
Statue in George Square, Glasgow, Scotland, UK
0.5km / 0.32mi
Statue of William Ewart Gladstone
Statue of William Ewart Gladstone
Statue in George Square, Glasgow, Scotland, UK
0.6km / 0.34mi
Statue of John Moore
Statue of John Moore
Statue in George Square, Glasgow, Scotland, UK
0.5km / 0.34mi
Statue of Robert Burns
Statue of Robert Burns
Statue in George Square, Glasgow, Scotland, UK
0.6km / 0.35mi
Statue of Robert Peel
Statue of Robert Peel
Statue in George Square, Glasgow, Scotland, UK
0.6km / 0.38mi
Royal Highland Fusiliers Museum
Regimental museum in Glasgow City, Scotland, UK
1.9km / 1.2mi
Sir William Collins' Memorial Fountain
Sir William Collins' Memorial Fountain
Fountain in Glasgow City, Scotland, UK
0.6km / 0.38mi
Sir Walter Scott column
Sir Walter Scott column
Monument to Walter Scott in Glasgow, Scotland, UK
0.5km / 0.34mi
William Annan Fountain
William Annan Fountain
Fountain in Glasgow, Scotland, UK
1.1km / 0.69mi

What to do in Glasgow and near Babbity Bowsters

Glasgow Cathedral
Glasgow Cathedral
Church in Glasgow, Scotland, UK
0.7km / 0.41mi
Glasgow Green
Glasgow Green
Park in Glasgow, Scotland, UK
0.5km / 0.33mi
St Andrew's Cathedral
St Andrew's Cathedral
Catholic cathedral in Glasgow, Scotland, UK
0.7km / 0.44mi
Provand's Lordship
Provand's Lordship
Historic house museum in Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom
0.5km / 0.34mi
People's Palace
People's Palace
Museum and glasshouse in Glasgow Green, Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom
0.9km / 0.54mi
Gallery of Modern Art
Gallery of Modern Art
Art museum in Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom
0.6km / 0.38mi
St Mungo Museum of Religious Life and Art
St Mungo Museum of Religious Life and Art
Museum in Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom
0.6km / 0.35mi
Centre for Contemporary Arts
Centre for Contemporary Arts
Arts centre in Glasgow, Scotland, UK
1.6km / 1mi
Garnethill Synagogue
Garnethill Synagogue
Synagogue in Glasgow, Scotland, UK
1.8km / 1.1mi
Glasgow Central Mosque
Glasgow Central Mosque
Mosque in Glasgow City, Scotland, UK
0.8km / 0.52mi
Equestrian statue of the Duke of Wellington
Equestrian statue of the Duke of Wellington
Statue by Carlo Marochetti in Glasgow, United Kingdom
0.6km / 0.37mi
The Lighthouse
The Lighthouse
Building in Glasgow, Scotland, UK
0.8km / 0.49mi
St Aloysius Church
St Aloysius Church
Church in Glasgow, Scotland, UK
1.5km / 0.9mi
National Piping Centre
National Piping Centre
Museum in Glasgow City, Scotland, UK
1.3km / 0.79mi
Tenement House
Tenement House
House in Glasgow, Scotland, UK
1.9km / 1.2mi
Blessed John Duns Scotus Church, Glasgow
Blessed John Duns Scotus Church, Glasgow
Roman Catholic parish church in Gorbals, Glasgow, Scotland, UK
1km / 0.63mi
St George's-Tron Church
St George's-Tron Church
Church in Glasgow, Scotland, UK
0.8km / 0.48mi
Nelson Monument
Nelson Monument
Monument in Glasgow City, Scotland, UK
0.8km / 0.49mi
Glasgow Police Museum
Museum in Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom
160m / 180yd
Saint Mary's, Calton
Saint Mary's, Calton
Church in Calton, Glasgow, Scotland, UK
1.1km / 0.69mi
St Mungo's R.C. Church, 58 Parson Street, Glasgow
St Mungo's R.C. Church, 58 Parson Street, Glasgow
Church building in Glasgow, Scotland, UK
0.8km / 0.5mi
St Columba Church of Scotland, Glasgow
St Columba Church of Scotland, Glasgow
Church in Glasgow, Scotland, UK
1.6km / 0.97mi
Glasgow Cenotaph
Glasgow Cenotaph
War memorial in Glasgow, Scotland, UK
480m / 0.3mi
St. Anne's Church, Glasgow
St. Anne's Church, Glasgow
Church building in Glasgow, Scotland, UK
1.7km / 1mi
Our Lady of Good Counsel Church
Our Lady of Good Counsel Church
Church building in Glasgow, Scotland, UK
1.3km / 0.83mi
Sacred Heart Church, 52 Old Dalmarnock Road, Glasgow
Sacred Heart Church, 52 Old Dalmarnock Road, Glasgow
Church in Glasgow, Scotland, UK
1.8km / 1.1mi
Doulton Fountain, Glasgow Green, Glasgow
Doulton Fountain, Glasgow Green, Glasgow
Fountain in Glasgow, Scotland, UK
0.9km / 0.54mi
Statue of James Watt
Statue of James Watt
Statue in George Square, Glasgow, Scotland, UK
0.6km / 0.37mi
Lady Well
Lady Well
Holy well in Glasgow, Scotland, UK
0.7km / 0.43mi
Barony North Church, 14-20 Cathedral Square, Glasgow
Barony North Church, 14-20 Cathedral Square, Glasgow
Church building in Glasgow, Scotland, UK
0.6km / 0.34mi

About Glasgow

Glasgow, United Kingdom, offers a diverse range of activities and attractions for visitors. One of the key highlights is the Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, which houses an impressive collection of art and artifacts, including works by famous artists and exhibits that cover various aspects of history and culture. Nearby, the Glasgow Science Centre provides an interactive experience suitable for all ages, featuring hands-on exhibits and an IMAX theatre.

For those interested in architecture, a visit to the University of Glasgow is worthwhile. Its stunning Gothic buildings and beautiful campus provide a glimpse into the city's educational history. Additionally, the Riverside Museum, which focuses on transport and travel, is another architectural gem that showcases Glasgow's maritime heritage.

The Merchant City district is known for its vibrant atmosphere, with numerous restaurants, cafes, and boutiques. This area highlights Glasgow's culinary scene, offering a variety of options from traditional Scottish dishes to international cuisine. The Buchanan Street is also a popular shopping destination, featuring a mix of high-street brands and independent shops.

For those seeking cultural experiences, attending a performance at the Theatre Royal or the King's Theatre can be a rewarding experience. These venues host a range of productions, from drama to musicals. Additionally, the Glasgow Royal Concert Hall frequently features orchestral performances and other musical events.

Nature enthusiasts will appreciate Glasgow Green, the city's oldest park, which provides space for relaxation and outdoor activities. The People's Palace located within the park offers insights into the social history of Glasgow through its exhibitions.

Finally, exploring the local neighborhoods, such as the West End and the South Side, reveals a rich tapestry of local culture, art, and community life. The West End is particularly known for its bohemian vibe, with quirky shops and lively pubs. Overall, Glasgow presents a blend of art, history, and modern culture that caters to a wide range of interests.




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