1. South Scotland
  2. Lanarkshire
  3. Blantyre

Attraction Information

The David Livingstone Birthplace is a child-friendly museum with hands-on exhibits packed with items relating to David Livingstone's explorations in Africa.
Filled with exciting interactives and wonderful surprises. Discover the fearsome lion and navigate the stars! Learn about Livingstone, the Scottish explorer, and travel with him from Scotland to Southern and Central Africa. Hear about the communities and people who Livingstone met and worked with. 
 
The museum is set on 11 acres of beautiful parkland and includes nature trails, the Livingstone and Lion sculpture, and the brand-new play park. The play park is inspired by Livingstone’s steamboat and his journeys down African rivers. Children are encouraged to set sail!
 
Pre-book your tickets online today: www.david-livingstone-birthplace.org
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Opening Times

Visitor Centre
Monday to Sunday 10:00 - 16:00
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Pricing & Tickets

General Admission
Adults: £7.50
Concession: £6.45
Children (5 to 16): £3.00
Under 5s: FREE
Family ticket (2ad and 2ch): £18.00

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Yes, there is parking onsite.

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Contact Details

165 Station Road
Blantyre
Lanarkshire
G72 9BY
Scotland

Tel: 0141 6471428

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