Visitor Centres in Lanarkshire
What better way to discover new and unique insights into local culture, nature and heritage than by choosing to visit one of the visitor centres detailed here?
Airdrie Observatory
One of only four observatories operating in the UK, Airdrie Observatory is of historical and scientific interest for both adults and children alike!
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Bardykes Farm
Experience life on the farm at Bardykes Farm, Blantyre where they run regular open days at the weekend and outdoor farm birthday parties!
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Biggar Gasworks Museum
Biggar Gasworks Museum is preserved as a lasting reminder of an industry that provided so much benefit to all the country’s citizens.
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Biggar Puppet Theatre
Biggar Puppet Theatre is a Victorian style puppet theatre and the home of International Purves Puppets!
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Calderglen Country Park
Calderglen Country Park is a four-star tourist attraction based in East Kilbride, South Lanarkshire featuring a Children's Zoo, Tropical Glasshouse, Adventure Play Area and more!
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David Livingstone Birthplace
The David Livingstone Birthplace celebrates the birthplace and legacy of Dr David Livingstone in Blantyre and across Africa!
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Discover Amazonia
Discover Amazonia, situated within M&Ds at Strathclyde Park, is Scotland's only indoor tropical rainforest, packed full of exotic plants and animals!
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National Museum of Rural Life
Take in the sights, smells and sounds of a 1950s working farm, complete with dairy cows and sheep, at the National Museum of Rural Life in East Kilbride.
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New Lanark World Heritage Site
New Lanark World Heritage Site is a beautifully restored 18th century cotton mill village in Southern Scotland, close to the Falls of Clyde and only around an hour's drive from Edinburgh and Glasgow.
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North Lanarkshire Heritage Centre
The North Lanarkshire Heritage Centre is a free family visitor attraction located in Motherwell which is seen as the main repository for archives and modern records for the whole of North Lanarkshire!
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RSPB Barons Haugh Nature Reserve
RSPB Baron's Haugh is a thriving community nature reserve in Motherwell and is a real gem for wildlife and for visitors too.
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Scottish Wildlife Trust: Falls of Clyde Wildlife Reserve and Visitor Centre
The Scottish Wildlife Trust Falls of Clyde and Visitor Centre is nestled in the Clyde Valley and is part of the Clyde Valley Woodlands National Nature Reserve.
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Summerlee Museum of Scottish Industrial Life
Summerlee, the museum of Scottish industrial life - in Coatbridge, Lanarkshire - is a VisitScotland '4 Star' visitor attraction and 'Best Working Attraction' award-winner!
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Visitor Centres in East Renfrewshire
Here's a selection of Visitor Centres you can find over on our sister site, What's On East Renfrewshire:
Whitelee Windfarm Visitor Centre
Whitelee Windfarm is Europe's largest windfarm and is located on Eaglesham Moor just 20 minutes from Glasgow!
READ MOREVisitor Centres in Edinburgh and the Lothians
Here's a selection of Visitor Centres you can find over on our sister site, What's On Edinburgh:
Scottish Seabird Centre
The Scottish Seabird Centre is situated at North Berwick harbour, East Lothian, with stunning views across the Firth of Forth and the iconic Bass Rock.
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Hopetoun House
Situated on the outskirts of Edinburgh, Hopetoun is a place of outstanding natural beauty, which has Scotland's finest stately home at its heart.
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Edinburgh Butterfly and Insect World
Edinburgh Butterfly & Insect World is the world's longest running butterfly house and one of Scotland's favourite tourist and educational attractions.
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Here's a selection of Visitor Centres you can find over on our sister site, What's On Fife:
Falkland Estate
Falkland Estate sits at the very heart of Fife on the outskirts of the beautiful conservation village of Falkland just a short journey from Edinburgh and Dundee.
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The Scottish Deer Centre
The Scottish Deer Centre is spread over 55 acres of Fife countryside just outside Cupar, and is home to 13 species of deer from around the world along with other animals.
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St Andrews Aquarium
St Andrews Aquarium boasts one of the finest locations in the historic town and is a perfect destination for all things fishy.
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Here's a selection of Visitor Centres you can find over on our sister site, What's On Glasgow:
Inveraray Jail
Step back almost two centuries and discover the stories of the real people - men, women and children who were tried and served their sentences at Inveraray Jail!
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The Clydeside Distillery
The Clydeside Distillery is a single malt Scotch whisky distillery and visitor experience in the heart of Glasgow.
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RSPB Scotland Loch Lomond
RSPB Scotland Loch Lomond is set in a stunning mix of woodlands and wetlands on the bonnie banks of Loch Lomond.
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Here's a selection of Visitor Centres you can find over on our sister site, What's On Renfrewshire:
Finlaystone Country Estate
Finlaystone Country Estate is an established visitor attraction managed by the family of the Chief of the Clan MacMillan.
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Coats Observatory is the oldest public observatory in Scotland and was gifted to the people of Paisley by Thomas Coats and designed by Glasgow Architect John Honeyman.
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Clyde Muirshiel Regional Park
Clyde Muirshiel is Scotland's largest Regional Park - a great place to easily enjoy the outdoors. The Park is just west of Glasgow, south of Greenock, east of Largs and north of Ardrossan!
READ MOREVisitor Centres in Stirling and Falkirk
Here's a selection of Visitor Centres you can find over on our sister site, What's On Stirling:
Argaty Red Kites
Just north of Stirling, Argaty Red Kites run Central Scotland's only red kite feeding station where visitors can watch these exciting birds and their spectacular flying!
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The Scottish Antique and Arts Centre
The Scottish Antique and Arts Centre at Doune is a great day out and an inspiring shopping experience, suiting many tastes, budgets and interests.
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The Engine Shed
We’re Scotland’s building conservation centre, a place to explore your built heritage!
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Culzean Castle and Country Park
With a dramatic clifftop setting, Robert Adam architecture, fascinating history & beautiful surrounds, Culzean Castle and Country Park is one of Scotland's best days out!
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Dean Castle Country Park
Nestled in the heart of Kilmarnock, Dean Castle Country Park is a fantastic free day out for all the family!
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Dundonald Castle and Visitor Centre
War and romance, smuggling and heroism, tales of the supernatural and more – Royal Dundonald Castle is one of Scotland's most unexplored and fascinating treasures!
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Kelburn Estate & Country Centre
A 13th Century castle that's had an amazing makeover courtesy of a team of Brazilian artists, the estate also features dramatic walks, breathtaking gardens and many features of historical interest!
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