# David Livingstone Birthplace, Blantyre — Opening Hours, Reviews & Visitor Info > Explore the life of famous explorer David Livingstone through interactive displays at this family-friendly museum set in 20 acres of beautiful parkland, complete with restaurant and picnic areas. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/blantyre/attractions/david-livingstone-birthplace (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Museum # David Livingstone Birthplace 165 Station Road [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=4279216980542663672&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [Jules Low](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/106850518947347120773) **In short:** David Livingstone Birthplace is a museum in Blantyre, rated 4.4 out of 5 from 710 Google reviews. Details checked 1 September 2026 · source: Google Places ## About David Livingstone Birthplace Explore the life of famous explorer David Livingstone through interactive displays at this family-friendly museum set in 20 acres of beautiful parkland, complete with restaurant and picnic areas. ## What's nearby - Livingstone's Cafe next door - David Livingstone Bridge Bothwell next door - Village Bar 450m away Distances as the crow flies, via Google ## Good to know ### Parking - ✓Free car park - ✓Free street ### Accessibility - ✓Accessible parking - ✓Accessible entrance - ✓Accessible toilet - ✓Accessible seating Details via Google — worth confirming with the attraction before you travel, especially for access needs. ## Photos Photos via Google ## Opening hours **Monday** 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM **Tuesday** 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM **Wednesday** 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM **Thursday** 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM **Friday** 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM **Saturday** 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM **Sunday** 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM Current hours may differ from the usual schedule above (e.g. holidays) — check Google Maps for today's hours. ## What visitors say [Dana Card](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/117207767184301308030/reviews) ★★★★★ Great museum! It had so much more than I expected. Really recommend it. It wasn't busy at all. Lots of interactive things for children. Plenty to see. · via Google [Ann Teoh](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/116938551931081390989/reviews) ★★★★★ The David Livingstone Birthplace Museum is fascinating as it showcased the home of the Livingstone family, artefacts from Africa, his journals, and many other priceless items that are very well-kept by museum volunteers. You can read more about him in the "Museum Guide" written by Dr.Mike Carroll, assisted by an editorial team and photographer, Alan Gardiner.I bought a few copies from the gift shop, and had them autographed by Dr Carroll. It was a pleasure to meet him on the Wednesday that I visited. All the staff at the centre (including Margaret at the gift shop) were lovely. I must add that the food at the cafe was great too. I had the sweet chillie chicken toastie for lunch ;) · via Google [Carol Matheson](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/107403118435337201353/reviews) ★★★★★ We used the cafe and play park outside of the museum. Staff all very friendly, food was good. Very relaxing afternoon. Will go to the museum once children are a little older. · via Google [W Gibbs](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/103284498294008687219/reviews) ★★★★★ Didn't go inside the building so just visited the grounds. What a beautiful place for a dog walk! There are a couple of small car parks, a small playpark perfect for younger kids right in front of the buildings. We walked though the wildflower gardens - where there were lots of butterflies - down to the river. Walked along the river bank which is stunningly beautiful. Dogs welcome but must be on lead. · via Google [See all reviews on Google →](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m4!3m3!1s0x48886a98a5711f55:0x3b62d52bea10abf8!9m1!1b1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) ## At a glance **Address** 165 Station Road, Blantyre, Glasgow, G72 9BY [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=55.8020868%2C-4.0834265) **Category** Museums & Galleries **Guest rating** 4.4 / 5 (710 reviews) **Suitable for** All Ages **Setting** Indoor & outdoor **Good for children** Yes **Toilets on site** Yes **Destination** Blantyre [More attractions in Blantyre](https://staycation.co.uk/blantyre/attractions) ★ 4.4 (710 reviews) [Visit official website](https://www.david-livingstone-trust.org?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=attraction) [0141 6471428](tel:01416471428) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Blantyre **Postcode** G72 9BY **Plus Code** 9C7QRW28+RJ [Directions ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/dir//''/data=!4m7!4m6!1m1!4e2!1m2!1m1!1s0x48886a98a5711f55:0x3b62d52bea10abf8!3e0?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [More photos on Google ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x48886a98a5711f55:0x3b62d52bea10abf8!10e5?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [Write a review ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x48886a98a5711f55:0x3b62d52bea10abf8!12e1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) ### 🏨 Places to stay near Blantyre Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. 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David Livingstone Birthplace suits all ages. ### Is David Livingstone Birthplace wheelchair accessible? David Livingstone Birthplace has a wheelchair-accessible entrance and an accessible toilet. ### Is there parking at David Livingstone Birthplace? Yes: free car park and free street parking. ### How do I contact David Livingstone Birthplace? 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