Cyclist at Dundee Waterfront

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

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Arts & Culture

Discover the city's arts & culture scene with a range of fascinating attractions and events.

Shopping

Find a wide selection of fashion, artwork and food & drink products for the perfect gift or holiday souvenir.

Activities

Explore a fabulous range of activities in Dundee, including cycling and golf.

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Inspiration for Dundee city breaks

Hotel Indigo Dundee, an IHG Hotel

Places to stay

From 5-star luxury at a city centre hotel to a self-catering break in the nearby countryside, there’s a great choice of accommodation in Dundee.

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Royal Tay Yacht Club

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Unique experiences

Explore the secret spots & attractions of Dundee, from the transport museum to the sailing club, Broughty Ferry shops to cute cafes.

Tours, routes and trails

Check out our ideas for day trips and tours in and around the city.

Walking in Dundee

Explore Dundee on foot with its many walks and trails around the city.

Tours in Dundee

Get your bearings around Dundee and discover a range of tours.

6 Cool day trips from Dundee

Plan exciting day trips from Dundee and discover an array of attractions.

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Map of Dundee

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Travel to and around Dundee

Getting to

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.

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Bus and coach

Driving

Flying

Getting around

Bus and coach

Take advantage of the local bus services, operated by Xplore Dundee and Stagecoach, with buses departing regularly across the city.

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Travel passes

Walking

Cycling

Taxi

Vehicle hire

What's on in Dundee

The exterior of Dundee Contemporary Arts (DCA)

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.

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Places to eat in Dundee

Find ideas on where to try Scottish food & drink in Dundee.

Loco Rita's, Dundee

© VisitScotland / Luigi Di Pasquale

Food & drink

Find out more on the history of food in Dundee - from marmalade to pies - and browse the Food Map for all the latest eateries and bars.

Cyclists explore Corrie Fee, Angus

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Explore further

From stunning coastlines to famil-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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