Heritage Sites

Lanarkshire boasts a wealth of historical and heritage attractions including two of Scotland's five UNESCO World heritage Sites.

Peregrine Falcon, Falls of Clyde

Bringing the past to life

Discover the fascinating history of Lanarkshire – with a fun, interactive tour everyone will enjoy...

Antonine Wall, Lanarkshire

Discover Roman Lanarkshire

Take a stroll on a Roman road whilst learning about Lanarkshire's heritage.

Low Park Museum, Hamilton

Discover the Covenanters in Lanarkshire

Visit some of the many interesting attractions in South Lanarkshire...

New Lanark, South Lanarkshire

Discover the Industrial Revolution in Lanarkshire

Lanarkshire played a large part in Scotland's industrial revolution...

Tinto Hills, South Lanarkshire

Experience Early Lanarkshire

Explore the historic sights of early South Lanarkshire, from the Neolithic to Iron Ages.

Leadhills Railway, South Lanarkshire

Experience Lead Mining in Leadhills

Visit Leadhills in South Lanarkshire and discover fascinating stories...

Robert the Bruce, Lanarkshire

Explore The Wars of Independence in Lanarkshire

Lanarkshire has strong historical links with the story of William...

Douglas, South Lanarkshire

Lanarkshire at War – the Arrival of Strangers

Discover what Lanarkshire was like to live in during the First and...

Low Parks Museum National Museum of Rural Life


UNESCO World Heritage Sites
 

UNESCO World Heritage Sites are the highest accolade of a nation's heritage.

Lanarkshire is home to UNESCO World Heritage Sites with New Lanark situated towards the south of the Clyde Valley National Tourist Route and the Antonine Wall located in North Lanarkshire being awarded this international honour.
 

Great Family Musuems
 

In addition to New Lanark and the Antonine Wall, Lanarkshire is also home to the Biggar Museums Trust, Bothwell Castle, David Livingstone Centre and the Motherwell Heritage Centre to name but a few.

Lanarkshire also boasts three high VisitScotland accredited attractions including: National Museum of Rural LifeChatelherault and Low Parks Museum.