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Record Shop Crawl - practical travel guide with honest advice.
A 3-hour guided tour through Glasgow's five independent record shops, with insider knowledge from staff who curate their collections. The crawl includes Mono, one of Glasgow's most respected indie record stores, along with Love Music and three other specialist retailers. You'll receive discounts at participating shops and learn how to find rare vinyl, understand the local music scene through record curation, and discover albums that defined Glasgow's bands. This tour suits both serious collectors and casual music fans wanting to explore Glasgow's vinyl culture. Best for Vinyl collectors and music discovery enthusiasts. This is a easy activity lasting 3 hours. Group size: 2-10. You meet at Argyle Street outside Mono. Key highlights: Mono record store, one of Glasgow's most respected indie retailers, Love Music specialist shop with curated vinyl selection, Five independent record shops visited in one tour.
Price: £22
Duration: 3 hours
Difficulty: easy
Group size: 2-10
Minimum age: all ages
Best for: Vinyl collectors and music discovery enthusiasts
Best time: Saturday afternoon (2-5pm) when shops have new releases and maximum staff; avoid Sundays when one shop is closed
Meeting point: Argyle Street outside Mono
Languages: English
Here is how the experience unfolds:
Start time Meet outside Mono on Argyle Street and receive tour briefing - Guide explains the route through Glasgow's record shops and provides discount vouchers for each store.
First 30 min Visit Mono and explore their vinyl collection - Mono stocks new and used vinyl across genres; staff explain their curation philosophy and point out rare finds.
30-70 min Visit Love Music and two other specialist record shops - Each shop has different inventory focus; guide explains what each shop specialises in and why collectors prefer them.
70-120 min Browse second or third shops with more time to dig through crates - Guide offers recommendations on finding specific albums and genres; you can start making purchases with discounts.
120-160 min Visit remaining shops and finalise purchases - Final stop includes opportunity to chat with shop owners about Glasgow's music scene and collecting advice.
160-180 min Wrap-up discussion and recommendations for future collecting - Guide shares tips for attending record fairs, online collecting, and staying updated on new releases from Glasgow labels.
The whole experience takes 3 hours. Difficulty: easy. You meet at Argyle Street outside Mono.
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Price | £22 |
| Duration | 3 hours |
| Difficulty | easy |
| Group size | 2-10 |
| Minimum age | all ages |
| Meeting point | Argyle Street outside Mono |
| Languages | English |
| Cancellation | Free cancellation up to 72 hours before; £5 fee within 72 hours |
| Accessibility | Walking tour on city streets; mostly flat terrain but involves entering multiple shops; not suitable for limited mobility |
What is included: 3-hour guided tour through five record shops, Guide expertise on vinyl collecting and Glasgow's music scene, Discount vouchers for participating shops, Personalized recommendations for collectors.
Not included: Vinyl purchases (discounts applied at checkout), Meals or drinks, Vinyl shipping or storage. You will need to arrange these yourself.
What to bring: Comfortable walking shoes, Small bag or backpack for purchases, Cash and card (not all shops accept cards), Shopping list of albums you're hunting for. Having these with you makes the experience smoother.
Best time to go: Saturday afternoon (2-5pm) when shops have new releases and maximum staff; avoid Sundays when one shop is closed.
Tip: Get discounts at participating shops
Tip: Saturday afternoons best for new releases
Accessibility: Walking tour on city streets; mostly flat terrain but involves entering multiple shops; not suitable for limited mobility.
Operator: Vinyl Hunters Glasgow
After this activity, these are within easy reach:
This activity is run by Vinyl Hunters Glasgow.
Cancellation policy: Free cancellation up to 72 hours before; £5 fee within 72 hours.
Accessibility: Walking tour on city streets; mostly flat terrain but involves entering multiple shops; not suitable for limited mobility.
Best time to go: Saturday afternoon (2-5pm) when shops have new releases and maximum staff; avoid Sundays when one shop is closed.
Yes, bring a list of albums, artists, or genres you're hunting for. The guide can help you navigate which shops are most likely to stock them. Shop staff will also help locate specific titles if they have them in stock.
You can purchase and carry records with you throughout the tour. The guide will hold your spot while you complete transactions. Bring a sturdy bag to protect your purchases from damage while walking between shops.
Yes, all five shops are open year-round. Saturday afternoons have the best inventory as shops receive new stock. Some shops have reduced hours on Mondays or Tuesdays, but the tour operates on days when all five are open.
Yes, bring a list of albums, artists, or genres you're hunting for. The guide can help you navigate which shops are most likely to stock them. Shop staff will also help locate specific titles if they have them in stock.
You can purchase and carry records with you throughout the tour. The guide will hold your spot while you complete transactions. Bring a sturdy bag to protect your purchases from damage while walking between shops.
Yes, all five shops are open year-round. Saturday afternoons have the best inventory as shops receive new stock. Some shops have reduced hours on Mondays or Tuesdays, but the tour operates on days when all five are open.
Best for: Rock and indie music fans
Best for: Music history buffs and gig-goers
Best for: Cultural tourists and Scottish heritage seekers
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