If you're eager to do some shopping during your stay in East Kilbride, you could consider visiting the EK shopping centre, which features more than 180 shopping, catering and leisure outlets.
The National Museum of Rural Life
Pioneered by National Museums Scotland and the National Trust for Scotland, the award-winning National Museum of Rural Life celebrated its 10th anniversary in 2011. Partly housed in a charming Georgian farmhouse, this venue enables you to learn about the history of Scottish rural life and the role of local agriculture over the past three centuries.
The James Hamilton Heritage Park
Another great family attraction, the James Hamilton Heritage Park surrounds a beautiful small loch and is popular with windsurfers and canoeists. The park is overlooked by the Category A-listed Mains Castle, which has existed for more than 500 years and offers superb views of the countryside.
Nearby: The People's Palace & Winter Garden, Glasgow
Just an eight-mile drive from East Kilbride, the People's Palace & Winter Garden provides an intriguing insight into the history of Glasgow from the Georgian period to the 20th century. Here, you can see many interesting photographs and other historic items from past Glaswegians before enjoying a pleasant walk in the scenic Winter Gardens.
Where to eat out
Treat yourself to some delicious Asian fusion cuisine at Peter's Seafood Restaurant, or dine at Zuki's Restaurant and Wine Bar for some truly divine Indian food. The Zucca Ristorante Pizzeria, meanwhile, offers delightful Italian dishes, while the Spice Indian Cuisine restaurant and the Wee Gurkha Curry House are other highly rated restaurants near East Kilbride hotels.
Accommodation recommendations
For great value for money, choose the Premier Inn Glasgow East Kilbride - Peel Park, Premier Inn Glasgow East Kilbride - Nerston Toll or the Premier Inn Glasgow East Kilbride Central. Other reputed hotels include the deluxe Macdonald Crutherland House and the hospitable, homely Torrance Hotel.
