Glasgow: Hampden Park Stadium & Museum Tour with Hotshots

Summary

Walk the players’ tunnel feel the roar and kick for glory at Hampden

You’ll walk through Hampden Park’s famous tunnel with that recorded “Roar” ringing in your ears, stand in team changing rooms still marked by decades of big games, try your luck in the Hotshots gallery, and wander through Scotland’s football history inside the museum. Expect real stories from local guides — and maybe a few goosebumps when you least expect them.

What’s the experience like?

The first thing I noticed walking into Hampden Park was how quiet it felt — almost too quiet, like a pause before a song. Our guide, Jamie, waved us over from the café (he had a scarf wrapped three times round his neck, classic Glasgow), and off we went. He knew every corner of this place, and you could tell he’d seen more than one wild match here. We started under the stands where it smells faintly of turf and something metallic — maybe old sweat or just history. Jamie told us about “the Hampden Roar” before we even heard it piped through the speakers later. I didn’t expect to get goosebumps from a recording, but there you go.

The changing rooms were smaller than I thought — not fancy at all. There’s this bench with scuffed wood where legends must’ve sat tying their boots. Jamie pointed out some graffiti scratched into the paint (“that’s been there since ‘78,” he said). Then came my favorite bit: walking down that tunnel toward the pitch with the roar echoing around us. It’s weird how sound can make your heart thump faster even when you’re just pretending to be a player for two minutes. My nephew tried to sprint out onto the grass but slipped — nobody minded except him.

Afterwards we got to have a go in the Hotshots gallery — basically you belt a ball at goal and see how fast it goes. My shot was… slow (I blame my shoes). The museum itself is packed with old shirts, medals, and video clips — you can sit in an original dressing room and listen to Craig Brown talking tactics like you’re part of his squad. I spent ages staring at Archie Gemmill’s goal against Holland on loop; people say Scots never forget that moment. There’s this battered old Scottish Cup too, just sitting there behind glass like it owns the place.

I left thinking about all those matches I’d only ever watched on TV, and how different it feels standing where it actually happened. If you love football or just want to see what makes Glasgow tick on a Saturday afternoon, this Hampden Park stadium tour is worth every minute — even if your penalty kick is rubbish.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Hampden Park stadium and museum tour

• Meet guide in stadium café
• Begin 1-hour guided stadium tour
• Visit team changing rooms
• Walk through tunnel with Hampden Roar
• Take a shot at goal
• Enter Scottish Football Museum
• Sit in original dressing room
• Listen to Craig Brown's address
• Enter through old turnstiles
• Watch Archie Gemmill's World Cup goal
• See original Scottish Cup trophy
• Learn Scottish football history
• End tour and leave museum

Top questions

How long does the Hampden Park stadium tour last?

The guided stadium tour lasts about 1 hour, with extra time for exploring the museum afterwards.

Where does the tour start inside Hampden Park?

You meet your guide in the café on the second level of Hampden Park stadium.

Is there a chance to kick a ball during this tour?

Yes, you can take a shot at goal in the Hotshots gallery and have your speed measured electronically.

Is hotel pickup included?

No, hotel pickup is not included; you make your own way to Hampden Park for this tour.

Are children allowed on this tour?

Yes, children are welcome but must be accompanied by an adult throughout the visit.

Is Hampden Park stadium wheelchair accessible?

Yes, both the stadium and museum are wheelchair accessible for visitors.

What do you see in the Scottish Football Museum?

You’ll see historic items like original dressing rooms, old turnstiles, famous match footage (including Archie Gemmill’s goal), and trophies such as the Scottish Cup.

Do you get to visit team changing rooms?

Yes, part of the stadium tour includes visiting team changing rooms used by players on match day.

What’s included

Your day includes entry to both Hampden Park stadium and its museum, guided by someone who knows all those behind-the-scenes stories; you’ll get access to areas like changing rooms and tunnels plus a chance to test your shot speed in Hotshots before heading off at your own pace afterwards.