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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.
Things to do in Dundee
What will you see and do in the city and beyond at Dundee’s top attractions?
Dundee: 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.

11 Free attractions and things to do in Dundee
Discover amazing free attractions and things to do in Dundee.
Family-friendly activities in Dundee
Dundee is a great place to explore with all the family, whether you want to discover interactive museums or get active on the shore.
Do it all in Dundee discount card
Pick up your card for discounts across accommodation, attractions, experiences, tours and more in Dundee.
Dundee attractions
The city is packed full of museums, galleries, historic sites and more. Uncover some of Dundee's hidden gems with these attractions to visit.
10 Must-visit hidden gems in Dundee
Explore the secret spots & attractions of Dundee, from one of the oldest ships in the world, and fantastic bars and cafes, to science-themed days out.
Inspiration for Dundee city breaks

Malmaison Dundee - Boutique Hotel
Places to stay
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.

Desperate Dan Statue, Dundee City Square
Tours, routes and trails
Check out our ideas for day trips and tours in and around the city.
Unique experiences
Dundee offers plenty of opportunities to experience something unique, from learning more about its fascinating jute, jam and journalism history to exploring its cutting-edge design.

Wild Shore 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
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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.
What's on in Dundee

Dundee Contemporary Arts (DCA) is a renowned centre for contemporary art.
© VisitScotland / Kenny Lam
Events
Find out what’s on in Dundee with local events and festivals including theatre, food & drink and family-friendly events.
Places to eat in Dundee
See what Scottish food & drink has to offer in Dundee.
Loco Rita's, Dundee
© VisitScotland / Luigi Di Pasquale
Food & drink
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.

Cyclists explore Corrie Fee, Angus
© VisitScotland / Luigi Di Pasquale
Explore further
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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