Paisley Tours Reviews 14

TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

4.4

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  1. Tour Operator
  2. Cultural Tours Provider
  3. Sightseeing Tour Agency
  4. Tour Agency
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Paisley Tours – Scotland’s Best Kept Secret Just ten minutes from Glasgow, Paisley is packed with world-changing stories – and Paisley Tours is bringing them to life through immersive, performer-led walking tours designed to surprise and inspire. Based at our new heritage hub across from Gilmour Street Station, we offer guided journeys through Paisley’s past, sharing raw, radical tales that shaped Scotland – and the world. Stand where William Wallace walked; his mother is buried at Paisley Abbey, where Wallace himself was likely educated. Discover the Abbey’s royal burials – the final resting place of Scottish kings and queens – and the birthplace of John Witherspoon, the Paisley man who signed the U.S. Declaration of Independence. Our town’s innovation shaped the modern world: James Goodfellow invented the world’s first ATM and PIN system here; the iconic Paisley Pattern began in our mills; and Coats & Clark, a thread empire born in Paisley, became the third-largest company on Earth. Explore the roots of justice with Donoghue v Stevenson, the famous “snail in the bottle” case that redefined consumer law worldwide. And reflect on darker chapters too, like the 1697 Witch Trials – Scotland’s last mass execution for witchcraft, now remembered with compassion and pride. Led by local performers and storytellers, our tours blend truth, myth and lived experience. We use audio headsets for clarity and inclusion, with routes through landmarks like the Town Hall, Anchor Mill, Sma’ Shot Cottages, Browns Lane Market and more. We’re a social enterprise on a mission to revive Paisley’s visitor economy and reconnect locals with their heritage.


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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Cool calendar@!

Delighted to pick up my calendar from the shop in town. Ordering online was easy and I was happy to pick it up from the friendly staff there. Calendar was great quality and good value for money!!! Would defo order again from them.

10 December 2025
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I enjoyed a fantastic tour of Paisley…

I enjoyed a fantastic tour of Paisley today where our tour guide Rashelle demonstrated her extensive knowledge of the history of Paisley in the most engaging and enjoyable way. I’ve lived in Paisley all my life yet I still learned so much today and in fact it has inspired me to find out about other tours that this company has on offer so that I can book up for another one. I do have pride in my home town and I feel even more proud after today’s tour.
Thanks Rashelle, looking forward to the next tour.

25 November 2025
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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

I was impressed with how they have…

I was impressed with how they have their ordering service set up. They give postage costs for sending abroad so they handle ordering and postage. Only thing I was disappointed with was when I ordered I was told I would be notified by email when the calendar was posted to New Zealand and that hasn’t happened as yet. It’s a lovely calendar would recommend.

1 November 2025
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Today had a lovely tour with Rashelle

Today had a lovely tour with Rashelle. So much interesting history and knowledge made the town history come alive. She had so much excitement and so kind. Had a great time and didn’t mind the rain as such a lovey tour. Recommend anyone who is in the area to take the tour and see what an amazing town Paisley is with the beauty and history.

5 November 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great team at Paisley Tours!

We had a fantastic tour with Paisley Tours in May, 2025, it was the highlight of our British Isles cruise. I ordered the Mill Memories book from their website and it was delivered to me in the USA in less than two weeks.

Hugh, Gavin and the team are exceptional!

7 August 2025
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great experience

Great experience! My order came to the US in a very timely manner and I was informed that it was shipped and was able to watch out for it!

15 July 2025
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

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Fantastic Paisley Tour with Hugh – A Must-Do!

We had an amazing time on our recent Paisley Tour, and a huge part of that was thanks to our brilliant guide, Hugh. His knowledge, enthusiasm, and humour brought the town’s history to life in a way that was both entertaining and genuinely moving.

From the iconic Coats Memorial to hidden courtyards and fascinating local tales, every stop had a story – and Hugh told it perfectly. We came away with a new appreciation for Paisley’s heritage, culture, and people.

Whether you’re local or just visiting, this tour is a must. Hats off to Hugh for making it such a memorable experience!

29 April 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very interesting and shocking and enjoyable

PAISLEY WITCH TOUR

My friend and I did this tour and it was fantastic, I would highly recommend you and your friends get together and book this.

The lovely Gemma gave us so much information which was so interesting and utterly shocking.
I have lived in Paisley all my life and discovered there was and still is so much I did not know. Hence I will be booking for other tours.

Gemma and Gavin were both very professional, interesting, friendly and funny. Bonus is, personal audio is provided for everyone. So no struggling to hear if it is busy. Can hear loud and clear above background noise.

Thank you again guys, see you soon :)

29 June 2025
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