Museums & GalleriesLast verified 17 Sept 2026
David Livingston Centre
Blantyre, Glasgow· South Lanarkshire
About this place
Set along the banks of the River Clyde and surrounded by stunning parkland, the Birthplace Museum invites you to follow Livingstone’s journey from Blantyre to Africa through our new interactive exhibition.
Children are encouraged to 'set sail' on our wonderful playground, inspired by Livingstone’s voyages, and explore the grounds using our trails.
Opening Hours
The museum is open daily between 10:00 am - 4:30 pm (the last admission is 3:30 pm).
Tours will be running at 11:00 on Wednesday, Friday and Sunday.
Prearranged large groups are welcome to visit any time - don't hesitate to contact bookings@dltrust.uk for further information.
Facilities
- Free
- Baby Changing
- Toilets
- Outdoor Play Area
- Onsite Parking
- Free Parking
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Pram Friendly
- Cafe
- Indoor Activity
- Outdoor Activity
- Dog Friendly
Opening hours
| Monday (today) | 10:00 – 16:30 |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 10:00 – 16:30 |
| Wednesday | 10:00 – 16:30 |
| Thursday | 10:00 – 16:30 |
| Friday | 10:00 – 16:30 |
| Saturday | 10:00 – 16:30 |
| Sunday | 10:00 – 16:30 |
Hours can change — it’s always worth checking before you set off.