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McManus Galleries

McManus Galleries

HomThis impressive Gothic Revival-style building has been the epicentre of the city’s artistic and cultural scene since 1867. View stunning paintings and artefacts that provide a fascinating insight into the evolution of Dundee.

Caird Hall, Dundee

Caird Hall

Whether you’re musical preferences lean towards pop or classical, the Caird Hall showcases a versatile range of concerts throughout the year. Showbiz luminaries from Frank Sinatra to David Bowie have performed at this grand venue.

Dundee Rep Theatre

Dundee Rep Theatre

Situated in the cities’ cultural quarter, the theatre is home to Scotland’s only full-time dramatic company and has a year round program of drama, dance, comedy and music.

Dundee Botanical Garden

University of Dundee Botanic Gardens

Located in 9.5 hectares of south facing land near the banks of the River Tay, the garden features many species of indigenous plants as well as representative collections from all continents of the world.

 

Dundee Science Centre, Sensation

Dundee Science Centre - Sensation

The only UK science centre based on the five senses has over 80 hands-on exhibits, such as infrared imaging, a chance to practice key-hole surgery and great live science shows.

Discovery Point, Dundee

Royal Research Ship (RRS) Discovery

This ship took the famous polar explorer, Captain Scott, achieved the remarkable Antarctic Expedition. There are hands-on exhibits, shows and guided tours of the ship which was built in Dundee.

Mills Observatory, Dundee

Mills Observatory

The observatory offers incredible images of the moon and stars through an impressive Victorian refracting telescope. Learn about Dundee’s unique astronomical heritage at one of the observatory’s Planetarium shows.

HMS Frigate Unicorn

HMS Frigate Unicorn

This preserved warship is one of the six oldest ships in the world. First launched in 1824, the wooden boat represents the time when the iron steamships were becoming popular.

Eating Out in Dundee

Eating out

Options for dining out include cosy pubs serving Aberdeen Angus, restaurants serving local seafood such as The Ship Inn & Waterfront Restaurant, and more historic locations like The Victorian Kitchen Restaurant at Glamis Castle. Visit Scotland Food and drink to find more places to dine in Dundee.

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