Livingstone: Museum & Town Tour
Southern Zambia, Zambia
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Official tickets via GetYourGuide
Explore the history of Livingstone on a guided walking tour. Visit local museums, historical societies, and library archives to learn about the city's colonial past and African heritage.
Highlights
- Discover the rich history of Livingstone on a guided walking tour
- Learn about the city's colonial past and African heritage
- Visit local museums and historical societies to see old newspapers
- Explore the city's architecture and archaeological sites
- Get to know the city named after Dr. David Livingstone
Description
Explore Livingstone, Zambia, a city rich in colonial history and African heritage. Named after the famous Scottish explorer Dr. David Livingstone, it served as the first capital of Northern Rhodesia (now Zambia) from 1911 to 1935. Today, it remains the vibrant 'Tourism Capital' of the country due to its proximity to the iconic Victoria Falls, one of the seven natural wonders of the world. Begin your tour by visiting the local government planning offices, where you can access historical records, architectural surveys, and archaeological maps. Dive deeper into the city's past at local museums, historical societies, and library archives. Here, you can find old newspapers, census data, and personal memoirs from early settlers, offering a glimpse into the lives of those who shaped Livingstone's history.Includes
Visit to Livingstone city Historical insights African heritage explorationExcludes
Victoria Falls entry feeImportant Information
- Livingstone was the first capital of Northern Rhodesia Named after Dr. David Livingstone Proximity to Victoria Falls