The river itself is a valuable community resource as a place for leisure activities and as a transport route.
transport
The river can provide a regular transport link in and out
of central Glasgow. A regular riverbus service is now
providing links between the city centre and key visitor attractions
during the summer months, provided by Clyde Clippers. There are
also two passenger ferry services on the Clyde, the Renfrew-Yoker ferry and the
Govan
Ferry which provides a new route to the Riverside
Museum.
watersports
As the riverside is developed, the opportunities for water-based
activities will increase. Rowing is already established on the
river at Glasgow Green,
and plans are in hand for slipways on both sides of the river that
will encourage small boats as well as improving emergency
access.
sailing
Sailing is a growing activity in the Clyde estuary, with more
boats based in the area, and an increasing number of visiting boats
each year too. Improved step ashore points and marina facilities
will bring the sailing community right into the heart of the
city.
tourist trips
Once a mainstay of the area, trips "doon the watter" are
becoming popular again as tourism thrives. A Seaplane Service is
adding a new dimension, improving travel to remote communities
directly from the centre of Glasgow.
The Clyde Waterfront Heritage
website now provides information on a range of things to do on and
near the river.