Glasgow - United Kingdom

Opera trip: Puccini’s ‘Turandot’ at the Theatre Royal, Glasgow on 31 October 2026

The musical highlight
On 31 October 2026, you can see Puccini’s *Turandot* at the Theatre Royal, Glasgow. Scottish Opera is staging the opera in a new production by the Scottish director Sir David McVicar, created in collaboration with the Irish National Opera.
2026 marks the 100th anniversary of the world premiere of ‘Turandot’. A special feature of the Glasgow production is the opera’s finale: Puccini died in 1924 before he could complete his final work. Franco Alfano completed the finale based on Puccini’s sketches.

In Glasgow, you will hear his longer first version, which is rarely performed today.
Your seats are in the Stalls, the main auditorium of the historic Theatre Royal Glasgow.

Discover Glasgow
Glasgow is a vibrant cultural city and one of the UK’s most important music cities.
On the River Clyde, once the lifeblood of the great shipyards, lies the Riverside Museum. It showcases Glasgow’s transport and industrial history and tells the story of the era when shipbuilding on the Clyde shaped the city.

Since 2024, you can easily reach the opposite bank via the new foot and cycle bridge between Partick (a West End district on the northern bank of the Clyde) and Govan (the southern bank, a traditional shipbuilding district). This makes a stroll along the waterfront particularly pleasant.
If you’re into contemporary art, pop into Trongate 103 in the Merchant City, an open-access space featuring studios, print workshops and changing exhibitions.

Mackintosh at the Willow is a lovely place to stop. In the original tearooms, dating from 1903 on Sauchiehall Street, you can admire the restored details and experience Glasgow at its very best.

Alternatively, head to Finnieston, where Hidden Lane is tucked away in several courtyards, home to small studios, workshops and independent shops. Another lovely stop is Mackintosh at the Willow on Sauchiehall Street – the original tearooms designed by the Glasgow architect Charles Rennie Mackintosh in 1903.

Our insider tip:

music history was made at King Tut’s Wah Wah Hut, a small club just a few minutes’ walk from your hotel.

It was here that Alan McGee discovered and signed the band Oasis in 1993, and to this day bands perform on stage here almost every evening. It’s well worth a visit for anyone who, after experiencing the grand opera stage, would also like to discover the other, rougher side of Glasgow’s music scene.

Your accommodation option
Hotel Dakota Glasgow ****

The Dakota Glasgow is centrally located on West Regent Street. From here, you can easily reach the city centre, the shopping street Buchanan Street and the Theatre Royal on foot.
The hotel features modern, minimalist décor. On-site facilities include Jack’s Bar and The Grill restaurant, which specialises in modern British cuisine.
Classic Double Room, approx. 27.5 m², including breakfast: The Classic Double Rooms are modern in style and feature a double bed,

a small work and dressing area, and a bathroom with a shower.
Price from €670 per person in a double room
Price from €1,120 in a single room (double room for single occupancy)

Music Travel Hideaways Special
With your booking confirmation, you’ll receive our compact ‘Glasgow on Foot’ itinerary with personalised tips for your city walk.

Day trip tip
You can easily reach Edinburgh from Glasgow by train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverley.

The journey usually takes around 50 minutes, making it ideal for a Sunday day trip.
In Edinburgh, you can stroll through the Old Town and along the Royal Mile, visit the Scottish National Gallery, or explore Dean Village, the former mill district on the Water of Leith, a small river running through the west of Edinburgh. In the late afternoon or evening, you’ll return to Glasgow.

Trip details

Travel dates: 30 October to 2 November 2026 (4 days / 3 nights)

Opera: Puccini’s *Turandot*, Scottish Opera, a new production by Sir David McVicar, on 31 October 2026 at 7.15 pm at the Theatre Royal, Glasgow, Stalls category
Accommodation: 3 nights at the Dakota Glasgow, Classic double room or double room for single occupancy, including breakfast
Music Travel Hideaways Special: our personalised ‘Glasgow on Foot’ itinerary

Additional nights in Glasgow can be booked on request.

Your personalised journey
We’d be happy to help you plan your journey to Glasgow and, if you wish, book your flight from your preferred departure airport.
Glasgow Airport is located around 15 kilometres west of the city centre. The Glasgow Airport Express Service 500 connects the airport directly to the city centre, including Glasgow Central railway station and Buchanan Bus Station.

On request, we can also organise a private transfer between the airport and your hotel.

What’s included?

• 3 nights’ accommodation at the Dakota Glasgow, including breakfast
• A ticket for Puccini’s ‘Turandot’ on 31 October 2026 at 7.15 pm at the Theatre Royal Glasgow
• Music Travel Hideaways Special with our personalised ‘Glasgow on Foot’ itinerary
• Personalised advice and tailoring to your preferences

This trip will be tailor-made for you. We’ll be happy to tailor the travel dates, room category, arrival arrangements and any extensions to suit your preferences.

Please contact us for further information and to make your booking:

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