# National Museum of Rural Life, East Kilbride — Opening Hours, Reviews & Visitor Info > National Museum of Rural Life in East Kilbride. Opening hours, ratings, location and directions. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/east-kilbride/attractions/national-museum-of-rural-life (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Museum # National Museum of Rural Life Philipshill Road, East Kilbride [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=7422103261928943597&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/) **In short:** National Museum of Rural Life is a museum in East Kilbride, rated 4.6 out of 5 from 1,431 Google reviews. Details checked 28 August 2026 · source: Google Places ## About National Museum of Rural Life The National Museum of Rural Life occupies a working 1950s farm at Wester Kittochside, with animals, a period farmhouse and historical exhibits exploring Scottish farming. A tractor ride connects the main museum building to the farm site. The museum includes interactive displays and an outdoor play area. The on-site cafe serves food and coffee. Staff are reported as helpful and friendly. Annual passes and individual admission are available at reasonable rates. ## What's nearby - HMRC 450m away Distances as the crow flies, via Google ## Good to know ### Parking - ✓Free car park - ✓Paid car park ### Accessibility - ✓Accessible parking - ✓Accessible entrance - ✓Accessible toilet - ✓Accessible seating ### Payment - ✓Contactless 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 – 5:00 PM **Tuesday** 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Wednesday** 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Thursday** 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Friday** 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Saturday** 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Sunday** 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM Visitors say this museum and farm offers a wide variety of engaging activities for all ages, including a working farm with animals, a period farmhouse, and a museum with historical exhibits. They also highlight the convenient tractor ride to the farm, the excellent cafe with delicious food and coffee, and the well-maintained outdoor play park. Guests mention the reasonable pricing, especially for the annual pass, and the friendly, helpful staff. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Category** Museums & Galleries **Guest rating** 4.6 / 5 (1,431 reviews) **Good for children** Yes **Toilets on site** Yes **Destination** East Kilbride [More attractions in East Kilbride](https://staycation.co.uk/east-kilbride/attractions) ★ 4.6 (1,431 reviews) [Visit official website](http://www.nms.ac.uk/rural?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=attraction) [0300 123 6789](tel:03001236789) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** East Kilbride **Plus Code** 9C7QQQGH+5F ### 🏨 Places to stay near East Kilbride Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. 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Yes: free car park and paid car park. ### How do I contact National Museum of Rural Life? 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