Lomond Airport Hotel - Local Attractions

Paisley, Scotland's largest town has a rich industrial past reflected in its architecture and visitor attractions. Paisley Museum and Art Gallery is home to the history of Paisley's weaving industry and tells the story of the famous Paisley pattern. The museum is only a 5 - 10 minute walking distance from the Lomond Airport Hotel.

Paisley's town centre, a 5 - 10 minute walk from the hotel, has a fabulous selection of high street stores and some designer boutiques. Enjoy some of the fine eateries and pubs scattered throughout Paisley as you wander around the shops. Or, hop on a bus and enjoy the 5 minute ride that will take you to Braehead Shopping Centre which has world famous designer and retail shops at a lovely riverside location. Paisley is one of Scotland's university towns and has a pub and club theme suitable for all ages.

Sma'Shot Cottages provides an insight into different times in Paisley's history. Visit an 18th century weaver's cottage and a 19th century artisan's house and enjoy the exhibition of photographs, china and linen. Sma'Shot Cottages are open April to September on a Wednesday and Saturday from 12pm to 4pm.

Paisley Abbey was previously a Cluniac Priory and is now a parish church. The Priory attained Abbey status in 1219 and has been restored throughout the years with some of its 14th century input still visible. Paisley Abbey is open all year and you can visit it Monday to Saturday between 10am and 3.30pm.

See below for pictures of tourist attractions and places to visit in Paisley. (Click to enlarge)

Abbey & Town Hall	Anchor Mill	Barshaw Park Animal Corner
Cenotaph	High Street in Paisley	Lagoon Leisure Centre
Paisley Central Library	Museum & Art Gallery	Paisley Abbey
Paisley University	Plazza Shopping Centre	Town Hall
Town Hall & Gardens	Barshaw Park Lake