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Two happy students shopping in ÍæÅ¼½ã½ã city centre on a sunny day

Shopping

ÍæÅ¼½ã½ã has everything you could hope for in a premier shopping destination.

The city's historic Victorian arcade, bustling high street and Thistles Shopping Centre boast all the biggest brands and quirky independent shops.

The Thistles has an unrivalled selection of over 90 high street and speciality stores, while ÍæÅ¼½ã½ã's Victorian Arcade in the historic Old Town has unique independent boutiques. For the ultimate shopping experience, you can't go wrong with ÍæÅ¼½ã½ã's mix of independent shops and top brands.

Meanwhile, just a short bus ride from the city and a 25-minute walk from campus, Bridge of Allan is a fantastic shopping destination in its own right with lots of independent stores and eateries. Its lively high street is full of boutiques, grocery stores and a plentiful array of gift shops to pick up the perfect present.

And don't forget that Scotland's top shopping destinations, including Glasgow's 'Style Mile' and Edinburgh's St James Quarter, are just a short train ride away.

A student browsing a colourful book shelf with a cup of coffee

Top shopping experiences in ÍæÅ¼½ã½ã...

  1. Wander down Bridge of Allan's high street and discover its tempting array of specialist boutiques.
  2. Stock up on top brands at ÍæÅ¼½ã½ã's .
  3. Explore the quirky independent shops of .
  4. Uncover priceless secondhand finds in Bridge of Allan's and ÍæÅ¼½ã½ã's charity thrift shops.
Glasgow Buchanan Street on a sunny day

... and beyond

  1. Discover something new at Glasgow's 'Style Mile'.
  2. Browse the world's hottest brands in Edinburgh's .
  3. Get the perfect Scottish gift at the .

Image credit: Visit Scotland / Kenny Lam

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Art and culture

Our city is a thriving cultural hub with galleries, theatres and more.

Food and drink

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Heritage

Once a former capital of Scotland, ÍæÅ¼½ã½ã is steeped in history.

Music and nightlife

Discover the city of ÍæÅ¼½ã½ã's lively music and nightlife scene. 

Parks and countryside

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Sport

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