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Dundee
Dundee is a dynamic and compact city that’s becoming a modern wonder. Dundee holidays offer science, historic ships and museums for the whole family. There's also plenty of culture with theatres, arts centres, coffee shops and cool bars, as well as walking routes and striking architecture.
Great things to do in Dundee
What will you see and do in the city and beyond at Dundee’s top attractions?
Dundee: UNESCO Creative City of Design
The story of Dundee is defined by amazing inventions and ideas – design is a big part of everyday life in this Scottish city.
12 Free attractions and things to do in Dundee
Discover amazing free attractions and things to do in Dundee including museums, art galleries, gardens and more!
Family-friendly activities in Dundee
Explore Dundee with all the family, whether you want to discover interactive museums or get active on the shore.
6 Cool day trips from Dundee
Plan exciting day trips from Dundee and discover an array of attractions.
10 Must-visit hidden gems in Dundee
Explore the secret spots & attractions of Dundee, from one of the world's oldest ships, and fantastic bars and cafes, to science-themed days out.
Top days out ideas
Dundee has so many ideas for unique days out, from watersports to cutting-edge design, industrial heritage, and even stargazing.
Wildshore Dundee
Try your hand at wakeboarding, stand up paddle boarding, an aqua park course and more with Foxlake Dundee.
V&A Dundee
Welcome to the world of design and encourages you to explore how design creativity can be provocative, ingenious or simply breathtaking.
Broughty Ferry
Discover things to see and do in Broughty Ferry, just outside Dundee.
Verdant Works Museum
Delve into the story of Dundee’s industrial textile heritage in the atmospheric setting of a beautifully refurbished Mill building.
Open Close Dundee
Enjoy a series of street art trails of painted doors and walls around Dundee - created by local artists, brightening up the streets of Dundee.
Mills Observatory
Britain's first purpose-built public observatory, with breathtaking views of the stars through the impressive Victorian refracting telescope.
Dundee Rep Theatre
Dundee Rep Theatre hosts an exciting year round programme of drama, dance, music and comedy.
Discovery Point and RRS Discovery
Experience life in the Antarctic with Captain Scott and his crew on the RRS Discovery at Discovery Point.
Carnoustie Golf Links
Home to ‘Golf’s Greatest Test’ and part of The Open rotation, Carnoustie Golf Links offers legendary links golf and unforgettable challenges
McManus Art Gallery & Museum
Discover eight beautiful open gallery spaces which house stunning exhibitions of art, history and the environment.
Inspiring routes, trails & itineraries
Dundee Design Trail
Discover the city’s key landmarks and learn some intriguing design stories of Dundee, the UK’s first and only UNESCO City of Design.
SaltDog Marine
See Dundee from the Tay on a SaltDog Marine boat tour with a chance to spot dolphins and other wildlife.
Dark Dundee Tours - Explore Dundee's history
Delve into local history delivered by a local guide as you explore the nooks and crannies of the city.
Dundee Waterfront Walks
Join knowledgeable guides along walks along the waterfront as you delve into 400 million years of Dundee’s history.
Camperdown Country Park
The largest public park in Dundee, Camperdown Country Park is packed with great days out.
Dundee Law
Take brisk walk to the top of Dundee Law, an extinct volcano, for panoramic views across the city and the River Tay.
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7 Days in the east of Scotland
Follow this itinerary to see the highlights of the east of Scotland including dramatic coastline, historic castles and awesome attractions!
See what's on in Dundee
Dundee Contemporary Arts (DCA) is a renowned centre for contemporary art.
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Events
Find out what’s on in Dundee with local events and festivals including theatre, food & drink and family-friendly events.
Map of Dundee
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Travel to and around Dundee
Getting to
Bus and coach
Go green and travel to Dundee on an electric bus with Ember which offers frequent services running to Dundee from Edinburgh, Glasgow, Perth and Stirling.
Megabus, Citylink and FlixBus run frequent services to Dundee from major cities across the UK and Scotland.
Train
Dundee is easy to reach by train from many train stations in Scotland and the rest of the UK via Glasgow or Edinburgh.
Dundee can also be reached from London with the Caledonian Sleeper, an overnight rail service which links London with a number of Scottish cities and destinations. Travel in the comfort and style and wake up refreshed and ready to explore. The station is just a 5-minute walk away from Dundee city centre.
Driving
Dundee is approximately a 90 minute drive from Edinburgh and Glasgow, and just over an hour from Aberdeen and approximately 2 and a half hours from Inverness.
Flying
Dundee Airport is a 10-minute drive or 20-minute walk from the city centre.
There are currently direct flights from London Heathrow, Orkney and Shetland which run throughout the week.
Find more information on travel to Dundee by air
Getting around
Walking
Dundee can be easily explored on foot with most key attractions within walking distance of each other.
Cycling
You'll find plenty of cycling routes here and you can hire a bike at many local bike shops dotted across the city.
Travel passes
Dundee PlusBus gives you unlimited bus travel on services run by Xplore Dundee and Stagecoach around the urban area of Dundee city and Tayport.
Bus and coach
Take advantage of the local bus services, operated by Xplore Dundee and Stagecoach, with buses departing regularly across the city.
Taxi
Book a taxi from a range of taxi and minicab services around the city.
Vehicle hire
If you have a preference to drive, you can hire a vehicle to explore further afield.
Malmaison Dundee - Boutique Hotel
Places to stay in Dundee
From a bit of luxury at a city centre hotel to a self-catering break in the nearby countryside, there’s a great choice of accommodation in Dundee.
Loco Rita's, Dundee
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Places to eat in Dundee
Dundee has a rich foodie history - from marmalade to pies to berries! Browse the Food Map for all the latest eateries and bars you can try in the city.
Verdant Works
Find information on accessible trips
Discover practical tips and guides to make exploring Dundee enjoyable for everyone.
Explore nearby
From stunning coastlines to family-friendly activities, plan a trip to Dundee and beyond with our selection of itineraries and recommendations for regions to explore around the area.
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