Glasgow Tower is a free-standing tower located on the south bank of the River Clyde in Glasgow, Scotland and forms part of Glasgow Science Centre complex. It holds a Guinness World Record for being the tallest tower in the world in which the whole structure is capable of rotating 360 degrees. Closed for several years, it re-opened July 2014, and operates during the summer (April to October) from 11am to 5pm when wind-speeds are below about 10m/s2.
A trip to the observation cabin lets visitors have panoramic views that can exceed 20 miles on a good day, as well as exploring the area using interactive maps and technology. At the foot of the Tower is a a small exhibition explaining the engineering of the strucutre and the history of the region.
Admision to the Tower is £4.95 per person