Despite being recently refurbished to reproduce its original appearance, you will feel like you've stepped back in time at Provand's Lordship. A small yet quirky historical house with a lovely little garden at the back, perfect for a short visit. There isn't a great deal to learn but it's worth a visit - but be mindful of the low ceilings and doorways!

This excellent example of a medieval house is reportedly the oldest property in Glasgow. It has recently been refurbished and re-opened to the public. I wonder if Mary Queen of Scots, who stayed here on occasions, would still recognise it?

This is a surprisingly lesser known gem in central Glasgow. In fact, I had no idea and it wasn't on my list of places to visit, but I was so glad I did. It is situated opposite Glasgow Cathedral and is an historical medieval house which is now a museum and restored to what it was like in the 15-16th century. It is associated with Mary Queen of Scots as well. It's free and less touristy than some other places but well worth a short visit.

It’s the oldest house in Glasgow and it was good to feel a bit of its history. Very close to the cathedral so it's easy to combine with that. It’s a quick visit as it's quite small and there isn’t much to see inside. But we enjoyed our half hour wandering around and we were glad we popped in. Free entry and friendly, informative guide. The small herb garden out back is peaceful and worth a visit too.