Charles Rennie Mackintosh Walking Tour: Saturdays 10am

Overview

Available languages

English

Spanish

2 hours

Mobile ticket

Explore the life, works and tales of Glasgow's most famous designer, architect and artist at 10am on Saturdays in summer. Join us as we wander the streets of Mackintosh's home city to experience and witness his lasting legacy.

We'll take a deeper look at his life, marriage, influences and incredible expertise; visiting some of his most famous works that still stand to this day, his first married home, and some lesser known treasures along the way.

The tour will last 2 hours, including a stop at the world famous, Mackintosh designed Lighthouse museum, the former Daily Record building, Mackintosh's first married home and more! You'll finish up at Mackintosh at the Willow tearooms, with tickets including entry into the incredible exhibition.

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Entry to the Lighthouse

Exhibition Entry - Mackintosh at the Willow

Expert local guide

What To Expect

The Clutha Bar

We begin the tour and learn about Mackintosh's background (exterior visit only)

10 minutes • Admission Not Included

Hear the foundations of Mackintosh's life and work in a bustling city centre square.

10 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Options

Mackintosh Walking Tour

Reviews

4.80

56 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Tommy is brilliant.
Aaron D,
Aug 11, 2025
- Viator
5.00
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!
Rennie Mackintosh
Lynne R,
Jun 21, 2025
- Viator
5.00
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
Unique view of Glasgow Design history
Sheila S,
Jun 1, 2025
- Viator
5.00
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!.
Excellent guide on Glasgow Icon
Ethan K,
May 26, 2025
- Viator
5.00
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.
For those who love Art and history.
Judith A,
May 10, 2025
- Viator
5.00
The guide, Tommy was brilliant and told the story of CRM and his wife Margaret with passion. Visit the old Glasgow.