City Centre
Next to Slater Menswear
153 Howard St, Glasgow G1 4HF
(0141) 552 2030- Monday to Friday, 9.00 – 5.30
- Saturday, 9.00 – 5.00
2-hour express glasses for most single-vision prescriptions.
Book hereEye Test Glasgow – Thorough, Free NHS Eye Exams at i2i Optometrists
Looking for a thorough eye test in Glasgow? i2i Optometrists is an independent, family-run optician that has looked after Glasgow's eyes for over 25 years. Every eye test with us is an advanced examination, including OCT and visual fields where appropriate — so we check the health of your eyes, not just your glasses prescription.
NHS eye examinations are free for everyone in Scotland, and you can book at our City Centre, West End or South Side practice.
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What's included in an i2i eye test
An eye exam in Glasgow at i2i is unhurried and thorough. Here is what you can expect when you visit one of our optometrists.
A full eye health check
We examine the front and back of your eyes, not just your glasses prescription, looking for early signs of eye conditions.
OCT scan
Optical coherence tomography is a 3D scan of the layers of the retina and optic nerve. It can pick up changes earlier than a standard examination.
Retinal imaging
Detailed photographs of the back of your eye are stored securely, so changes can be compared at future visits.
Visual fields testing
Where appropriate, we check your peripheral (side) vision, which can be affected by conditions such as glaucoma.
Hospital-grade equipment
Our consulting rooms use the same type of diagnostic equipment found in hospital eye clinics.
Clear results and advice
Your optometrist explains every test and result in plain English, and gives you a copy of your prescription.
Why regular eye tests matter for your general health
The eye is the only place in the body where blood vessels and nerves can be seen directly without surgery. That means a routine eye test can reveal signs of wider health problems, as well as conditions that affect the eyes themselves.
Dry eye
Dry eye is very common, particularly with long hours of screen use, central heating, contact lens wear, getting older and some medications.
Symptoms include gritty, burning, watery or tired eyes, and blurred vision that clears when you blink. i2i offers dry eye assessments and can recommend treatment and practical ways to manage it.
Cataracts
A cataract is a clouding of the eye's natural lens and is most common as we get older. It can cause blurry or misty vision, glare from headlights and colours that look faded.
Regular eye tests detect and monitor cataracts, and we arrange a referral for assessment when they start to affect your daily life.
Heart disease, blood pressure and diabetes
The blood vessels at the back of the eye can show signs that may indicate high blood pressure, diabetes or raised cholesterol — major risk factors for heart disease and stroke.
An eye test does not diagnose these conditions, but your optometrist may spot changes and advise you to see your GP, sometimes before you have noticed any symptoms yourself.
Glasgow, a centre of excellence in optometry
Glasgow has one of the strongest optometry communities in the UK. Glasgow Caledonian University's Department of Vision Sciences trains optometrists, dispensing opticians and orthoptists, and describes itself as the only place in the UK offering its full suite of vision sciences undergraduate programmes — including BSc (Hons) Optometry and an integrated master's in Optometry with Independent Prescribing.
GCU's Vision Centre provides clinical training, with students examining patients under qualified supervision. Being part of this community matters to us: our team keeps up to date with the latest clinical practice, so every eye test in Glasgow at i2i reflects current standards of care.
Glasgow Caledonian University Department of Vision Sciences
Book an eye test in Glasgow at one of our three practices
Whichever side of the city you are in, there is an i2i opticians in Glasgow close by. Choose the practice that suits you.
West End
Finnieston
982 Argyle St, Glasgow G3 8LU
(0141) 248 8884- Tuesday to Friday, 9.00 – 5.30
- Saturday, 9.00 – 5.30
South Side
Gorbals
183 Crown St, Glasgow G5 9XT
(0141) 429 4290- Monday to Friday, 9.00 – 5.30
Eye Test FAQs
Your eyes say a lot about your health. Book your eye test in Glasgow today.
Book your eye testThis page is for general information and is not a substitute for a professional eye examination. If you have sudden changes in vision, eye pain or flashes and floaters, contact us or seek urgent care immediately.