Movining from America To Glasgow?

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mac_queen81

Glasgows not as bad as it sounds. Its been 6 months since i moved to Glasgow and to be honest i had pre judgements before moving. Glasgow is a very multicultural city so it will be easy to fit in. I live in the Pollockshields area of the city. In the city centre, Art and culture are important in Glasgow life where galleries and museums are in abundance - most with free admission. A choice of over 20 includes the world's first Museum of Religion and the renowned Burrell Collection in Pollok Park. So i think you should enjoy Glasgow as its historic and beautiful overall!!!

RichB

What a lot of miserable answers! Glasgow is a friendly, open city with wonderful architecture and lots of cultural attractions, museums and galleries. It's not for nothing that it was named the European Capital of Culture back in 1990! I'm sure you'll love it.

Sasha

The West End is a good place to stay. You can get into the city centre very quickly, it's within walking distance (about 10/15 minutes), or there's plenty of buses, or the subway which only takes a few minutes.

The Kelvingrove Art Gallery & Museum is located in this area, too. There's also lots of different types of people, as lots of students stay in the West End, so you'll meet lots of different nationalities.

I used to live there, and I loved it. There's tons of pubs, restaurants, shops, parks. The only downside to living there, was the amount of money I spent, lol.

I don't know whether you're maybe a student, and will be looking for a flatshare, or whether you're looking to buy/rent a place on your own. If you're looking to buy, or even rent a place by yourself, it can be quite expensive. But, there's other areas which are still in the West End of Glasgow, just not right in the area of Byres Rd, Hillhead etc, which is what most people call the West End. If you find a place just outside this area, it will be cheaper but you'll still be very close to it.

It's not as bad as some people are making out. I've lived here all my life, and now live in an area which is classed as being quite bad, but I've never come across any trouble. Most people here are really nice and friendly.

Good luck with your move, I hope you enjoy Glasgow.

dontgowithme

well, its safer than the USA anyway. every place has good and bad and Glasgow is no exception. the best place in Glasgow is Breasden which is 10-12 minutes from the city centre. but if you like to be closer to the centre then, its the west end you for you. I do rent flats in the centre but I have none available just now. you should be able to find some but you will need good reference these days or big deposit. good luck

hallawayii

To be completely honest, it depends on your finances. If you're willing to take a train or a bus to the city centre (5-10 minutes), the south side of Glasgow is lovely - places like Rutherglen, Pollokshaws, Kings Park, etc. are really nice. The West End is nice as well althought it is exceptionally pricey to buy/rent in the area, but on the upside it is very central and you can take the underground anywhere in the city centre.

I'm from the States and you find good and bad in every city in the world. I would suggest that you get in touch with a property agent, or visit a site like http://www.gspc.co.uk or http://www.rightmove.co.uk to read up on Glasgow and its surrounding areas. You could do a property search and get a feel for the types of housing available in each area. If you choose to get in touch with a property agent, explain your situation and ask what they recommend - they will be more than helpful in helping you decide.

Good luck!

Giselle

Move to Bearsden or Milngavie xx

Caylenne

I'm from Glasgow, and I am suggesting you don't move here. Nothing to do with unfriendliness, though. We are in serious financial trouble right now. The economy is terrible, I got made redundant and have been looking for a new job for two months and still no luck.

probablygraham

I wouldn't go to Glasgow if you ask questions like "which are the best towns to live in in Glasgow". They'll murder you.

I <3 Twilight!Team Cullen!

i will be truthful to you i live in aberdeen scotland and i hate it its horrible and glasgow is worse i don't even like walking to the shops at night on my own coz im that scared my boyfriend comes with me and if Glasgow's worse then i wouldn't live there for a million pounds. My advise is don't live in one of the citys as there the worst google and c what towns are round about glasgow instead.

I hope this is useful =)

Mingie

chances are they're gonna kill you cause you're not like them...when i mean them i mean commy

Pla11

I'd advise you not to move to Glasgow at all unless it's absolutely necessary.
It's not that nice. Especially if you're already in America. Why make things worse for yourself?

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