Glasgow guide
🏴 Packing List
What to pack for Glasgow
In February, Glasgow is typically cold, heavy rain (1°C - 7°C). Pick the month you travel and the list changes with it.
Glasgow essentials
- Casual. Glaswegians dress up for nights out.
Documents
- Photo ID
- Passport (valid 6+ months)
- Visa / e-visa printout
- Return / onward flight tickets
- Travel insurance policy
- Hotel booking confirmations
- Passport-size photographs (2-4)
- Photocopies / phone photos of passport and tickets, stored separately
Clothing
- Casual day outfits
- One smart-casual outfit for dinners
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Warm insulated coat
- Thermal base layers
- Warm hat, gloves and scarf
- Warm socks
- Light rain jacket or poncho
- Compact umbrella
- Quick-dry footwear
- Undergarments and sleepwear
- Enough outfits for 7 days (6 sets)
Toiletries & health
- Toothbrush, toothpaste, and toiletries
- Sunscreen (SPF 30+)
- Personal medication with prescription
- Basic first-aid: band-aids, painkillers, ORS
- Hand sanitiser and wet wipes
- Lip balm and moisturiser for cold, dry air
- Insect / mosquito repellent
- Glasgow tap water is excellent — sourced from Loch Katrine in The Trossachs. One of the best urban water supplies in Europe. All...
Electronics
- Phone and charger
- Power bank
- Camera (optional)
- Power adaptor: Type G plugs, 230V.
Money
- Debit / credit cards
- Local currency: British Pound (GBP)
Local know-how
- Local SIM: EE, Vodafone.
- Unlicensed minicabs outside clubs and Sauchiehall Street bars on Friday/Saturday nights — only use GlasgowTaxis (0141...
- February highlights: Celtic Connections ends
Trip gear
- Waterproof dry bag for electronics