Paisley travel guide
Paisley Tourism | Paisley Guide
You're Going to Love Paisley
With a population of 73,074, Paisley is a must-see destination in Scotland, United Kingdom. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Paisley to see all of its attractions.
Where to Eat in Paisley
If you’re looking for affordable options, Weavers (1 Stow Brae) and Cafe Fairfull (12A High Street) are great picks.
When to visit Paisley
How to Get to Paisley
Plane
When flying to Paisley, you’ll arrive at Glasgow Airport (GLA), which is located 2 miles from the city centre
Train
AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Paisley, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Paisley to Manchester takes 3h 21m and costs around C$ 79 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Birmingham, expect to pay about C$ 81 for a 4h 18m trip. Located 0.5 miles from the city centre, Paisley Glasgow , Glasgow City is the busiest station in Paisley. Another popular train station is Paisley Hawkhead, located 1.7 miles from the centre.
Car
Another option to get to Paisley is to pick up a car rental from Edinburgh, which is about 49 miles from Paisley. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Enterprise Rent-A-Car, among others, in Edinburgh.
Bus
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Paisley, including FlixBus, Megabus and National Express. From Edinburgh, the bus ride to Paisley takes 60 miles and will cost you around C$ 12. From Aberdeen, the ticket costs about C$ 23 for a journey of 210 miles.
Airlines serving Paisley
Where to stay in Paisley
Average rates range from around C$ 147 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to C$ 124 and up for a 5-star experience.
Where to stay in popular areas of Paisley
Most booked hotels in Paisley
Renting a car in Paisley
Expect to pay C$ 2.55 per litre in Paisley (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 30.53 and C$ 40.70. Compact (Peugeot 308 or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Paisley, while also 60% cheaper than other types, on average.