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Discovery Point and RRS Discovery

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Home to Captain Scott's ship, RRS Discovery
5-star museum
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Last admission is 1 hour before closing, however we recommend at least 1.5 - 2 hours for your visit. Transport directions and car parking

By road:
Discovery Point is on Riverside Drive, just off the northbound slip-road of the Tay Road Bridge. All other entry routes should follow signs for ‘city centre’ but Discovery Point is clearly signposted throughout the
city. By rail:
Dundee is on the main

East Coast line and railway station is directly opposite Discovery Point. By bus:
Most buses from Fife stop at Greenmarket which is just at the side of the railway station so only two minutes’ walk to Discovery Point. If you are coming from Forfar, Discovery Point is a short walk from the
High Street. All buses from Perth, Blairgowrie and Coupar Angus stop at Debenhams, outside the Overgate shopping centre. Discovery Point is just minutes away from any city centre bus stop. Car Parking:
There is short-term pay and display parking adjacent to Discovery Point. For other parking you can use the Greenmarket multi-storey car park (sat nav DD1 4QB) or either the Gellatly street car park (sat nav DD13RB) or the Olympia car park (sat nav DD1 3JU).

03/09/2026

🦐 FINAL CHANCE TO SEE

It's your last chance to dive below the surface to discover the oceanographic legacy of RRS Discovery (1901), and the three generations of RRS Discovery that followed; the daughter, granddaughter, and great-granddaughter of our 1901 ship!

Get up close to historic and modern oceanographic equipment, see remarkable artefacts, and hear stories from below deck, as you learn all about what life is really like aboard scientific ships; with something for visitors of all ages.

🖼 '100 Years of RRS Discovery', produced in collaboration with the National Oceanography Centre, the University of Southampton and the Marine Biological Association
📅 On display until 13 September 2026
🎟 Included in museum admission
🎫 Book online and save: https://dundeeheritagetrust.co.uk/tickets/

31/08/2026

🎅 COMPETITION TIME!

Here's your chance to WIN 2 x FREE tickets to our magical Santa's Grotto this December at Discovery Point & RRS Discovery.

🎭 Enjoy an interactive show by Santa's elves
🎅 Meet Santa
🎁 Receive a special gift
🌟 Get into the Christmas spirit!

All you have to do to be in with a chance of winning two tickets for a magical day out is enter our competition before 5pm on Sunday 6 September:

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A winner will be picked and contacted on Monday 7 September 2026.

🎄 Santa and his elves are coming to Discovery Point, Dundee, in December 2026
🌐 Find out more about our enchanting Santa's Grotto in the heart of Dundee and plan your visit: https://dundeeheritagetrust.co.uk/event/santa-grotto-dundee/

29/08/2026

🎅 SANTA'S GROTTO TICKETS NOW LIVE!

And, the early elf makes festive savings; book before 12th September and use the code 'EARLYBIRD' to save 10% on Santa's Grotto entry.

Expect fun, laughter, singing and dancing in our magical Santa's Grotto Experience at Discovery Point & RRS Discovery, in the heart of Dundee. Last year we welcomed littles ones from all over Scotland to our Grotto - we hope to welcome you all again this year!

🎟 Book tickets online: https://dundeeheritagetrust.co.uk/booking-santas-grotto/

📅 Dates throughout December 2026
🎁 Tickets include entry to the Grotto, a mini performance, and a gift
🌟 Use the code EARLYBIRD until 12th September 2026 to get 10% off your booking
🗺 Discovery Point & RRS Discovery, Dundee, DD1 4XA
🌐 Plan your visit: https://dundeeheritagetrust.co.uk/event/santa-grotto-dundee/

26/08/2026

🎅 A special visitor stopped by in his sleigh today (Rudolph was on the hunt for carrots - and carrot cake in 77º South cafe)!

Tickets for our 2026 Santa's Grotto at Discovery Point go on sale this Saturday, 29 August. Expect a most magical festive occasion in our Santa's Grotto this December; with a performance from Santa's playful elves, before meeting Santa and being given a very special gift 🎁

Want to be first in the queue for tickets and take advantage of Early Elf discounts? Sign up to our mailing list for first access: https://dundeeheritagetrust.co.uk/join-our-newsletter/

23/08/2026

📖 What was life like as a crew member aboard Discovery heading to the Antarctic in 1901?

While the stories of Robert Falcon Scott, Ernest Shackleton, and Discovery's Officers are well-known, the lives and backgrounds of the crew are less so 🔎

Our upcoming In Conversation: The Grip of the Ice event with author and historian Ed Armston-Sheret is a wonderful opportunity to gleam insights into the lives of Discovery's crew, many of which have been glossed over in previous research.

There are only a couple of days left to book your tickets; we look forward to welcoming you!

📅 Thurs 27 August
⏰ 6pm
🎟 £15pp
🌐 Book online: https://dundeeheritagetrust.co.uk/event/the-grip-of-the-ice/

20/08/2026

⌛One week to go!

There's just a week left to get your tickets to In Conversation: The Grip of the Ice here at Discovery Point; a rare opportunity to discover lesser-known stories of the Antarctic lives of Discovery's crew.

Whether you're a history buff or simply interested in exploration, there are fascinating new insights to learn at this event at the home of RRS Discovery. We hope you can join us!

📅 Thurs 27 August
⏰ 6pm
🎟 Pre-booking essential via: https://dundeeheritagetrust.co.uk/booking-the-grip-of-the-ice/
🗺 Discovery Point & RRS Discovery, Dundee

Abertay Historical Society

18/08/2026

🌟 Exciting news!

We're thrilled that the official book launch for Michael Smith's excellent "Towards the Coldest Place" will be hosted here at Discovery Point, home of the RRS Discovery, on 26 September. With the key role that Discovery, Captain Scott and Ernest Shackleton played in Antarctic exploration history, it's a true privilege to host this book launch in Dundee; a city whose polar connections run deep.

📚 "Towards the Coldest Place" traces the compelling history of Antarctic exploration for over 2,000 years, starting with the Ancient Greeks and ending in the dramatic climax in the 20th century race between Norwegian expert Amundsen and the tragic Captain Scott.

We would love for you to join us for the launch in September, which will include a talk by Michael Smith, a book signing and opportunity to buy the book. Tickets for the event are now live at our website.

📅 Saturday 26 September
⏰ 6pm (Doors: 5:30pm)
🎟 Tickets should be pre-booked online: https://dundeeheritagetrust.co.uk/booking-michael-smith-book-launch/

"Towards the Coldest Place" by Michael Smith is published by The History Press

17/08/2026

⏰💨 Our fastest time for our Escape Room is IN: 24 minutes!

Think you could crack the clues, gather the artefacts and put together the exhibition even more quickly than that? There are a limited number of tickets left for The Curator's Curse Escape Room before it finishes on 28 August - book today to avoid missing out.

📅 Fridays until 28 August
🎟 £10pp
🌐 Book online: https://dundeeheritagetrust.co.uk/booking-escape-room/

15/08/2026

👋 Calling all Kiltwalkers!

Taking part in Dundee Kiltwalk tomorrow? Cool off with our coffee + traybake deal; enjoy a coffee, tea, iced coffee or matcha with a traybake of your choice from 77º South cafe for only £5! Just show your medal at the till to redeem this special offer🏅

Good luck and well done to all who are taking part in this wonderful event.

*T&Cs apply

13/08/2026

⚓ Similar scenes, captured over a century apart

Dare to climb where brave polar explorers and sailors once climbed, rising over 80 feet high up the historic mast of RRS Discovery, for a truly unbeatable thrill!

Led by our expert guides, embark on an adventure like no other, and be rewarded with remarkable views over Dundee and beyond, and an unforgettable feeling as you zip-line back to the quayside. Think you have what it takes to climb the mast of RRS Discovery?

☀ Climb the mast every weekend this summer, booking essential via our website.

📅 Weekends throughout summer and autumn
🤩 For participants aged 12+
🎟 Book online: https://dundeeheritagetrust.co.uk/booking-discovery-mast-climb/

VisitDundee Dundee - One City, Many Discoveries

Address

Discovery Quay, Riverside Drive
Dundee
DD14XA

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm
Saturday	9am - 5pm
Sunday	9am - 5pm

Website

http://www.dundeeheritagetrust.co.uk/attraction/discovery-point

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