Whether you're spending a week or a day, or keeping the kids amused over the holidays, there's plenty things to do and see inDundee...
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*Parks*websiteDundee has more parks per resident than anywhere else in the UK, and the council is currently on a program of development (see
Open Space webpage for more info)
*Venues*websitecome in all shapes and sizes, hopefully I’ve got most of the city venues listed here, plus here’s a summary of my favourites:
If you’re looking for compact live music venues, it's D all the way: The Doghouse, Dexters, Duke's Corner are the usual suspects in the city centre. Guaranteed to have a variety of gigs between them most weeks.
The Bond has regular live music, particularly blues, etc. Drouthys sometimes has gigs, popular with students. Reading Rooms is a worthy venue for alternative, club, dance, etc.
Fat Sams does regular live music.
Andy has a comprehensive
venue list on Dead Earnest...
Abertay Student Unionwebsite01382 308950
DD1 1HG
University of Abertay Student Union - regular live music
Apex Hotelwebsite01382 202404
DD1 3JP
Newly built hotel with occasional live music.
Balcony Barwebsite01382 228143
DD1 1LY
Pub featuring regular live music, particularly rock and metal.
Bank Barwebsite01382 205037
DD1 4BN
Central traditional pub, featuring live music each weekend.
Bar Bongowebsite01382 225285
DD1 5EP
Refurbished small bar with DJs and live music.
Baxter ParkwebsiteDD4 7HD
Large park near Forfar Rd, with bowling greens, tennis courts and plenty space.
Beat Generator Livewebsite01382 229226
DD1 1PS
Live music venue, often featuring metal and rock gigs.
Bharatiya Ashram Centrewebsite01382 220023
DD1 5RB
Bharatiya Ashram has been working in the Dudhope Centre since 1995 for ethnic minority communities in the areas of education, health, art, social initiatives and more.
Bonar Hallwebsite01382 345466
DD1 4HN
Hall used for all kinds of events, from concerts and ceilidhs to weddings and film festivals. Dundee University building, close to city centre.
Botanic Gardenwebsite01382 381190
DD2 1QH
An extensive collection of trees, plants and more from around the world... excellent place for a walk, plus they have regular events and a wee cafe.
Braeswebsite01382 226344
DD1 4LN
Bar along the Perth Rd with occasional live music.
Broughty Castlewebsite01382 436916
DD5 2TF
Broughty Castle sits imposingly at the mouth of the River Tay. Built in 1496 on a rocky promontory, it has faced many sieges and battles. Today, it houses fascinating displays on the life and times of Broughty Ferry, its people, the environment and the wildlife that live close by. The Castle has magnificent views over the river, and is only minutes away from Broughty Ferry Beach and Esplanade.
Bruachwebsite01382 739878
DD5 2AN
Bar/restaurant in Broughty Ferry serving high-quality food and occasionally hosting music.
Burgh Coffeehousewebsite01382 345010
DD1 3AA
Caird Hallwebsite01382 434451
DD1 3BB
The largest hall in Dundee, world-famous acoustics and host to many large events, including concerts, shows and exhibitions. Home of Scotland's Last Night of the Proms 2010/2011.
Caird Parkwebsite DD4 9BX
Large park in the north of Dundee, including golf courses, running track and Mains Castle. Hosts events such as visiting circuses, carnivals, etc. Named after Sir James Caird, who donated the park to the city.
Campbeltown Barwebsite01382 668251
DD2 1DN
Small bar in the west end, featuring live music.
Camperdown Parkwebsite01382 431818
DD2 4TF
Largest city park, with loads of space for running around, plus plenty to keep kids amused: top adventure playground, mini-zoo, etc
Central librarywebsite01382 431500
DD1 1DB
Chamber EastwebsiteDD1 1DU
Exhibition and Conference centre, based in Dundee old Royal Exchange
Chambers Cafewebsite01382 201533
DD1 1PD
Cafe and restaurant, won award for Eating Place of the Year 2009
Cineworldwebsite0871 200 2000
DD2 4TF
Clarkswebsite01382 224925
DD1 1PS
Refurbished bar and kitchen featuring regular live music.
Club 83website01382 221 461
DD3 7EW
Dundee United Social Club
Costa Coffee Broughty Ferrywebsite01382 770304
DD5 1DS
Coffee shop on Brook St
Counting Housewebsite01382 225251
DD1 1SP
Dawson Parkwebsite07951 380064
DD5 1LF
Duntrune Demonstration Garden offers horticultural advice to the public and talks to various groups. There are regular events, and practical demonstrations on Wednesday afternoons March - October.
DCAwebsite01382 909900
DD1 4DY
Dundee Contemporary Arts is in the heart of the cultural quarter, home to bar, cinema, exhibitions, art, etc...
Deacon Brodieswebsite01382 204137
DD1 1ND
Dens Parkwebsite01382 889966
DD3 7JY
Home of Dundee Football Club
Dexterswebsite01382 228894
DD1 3AF
Pub with live music, one of the main music venues in the city centre.
DISCwebsite01382 438804
DD4 7AA
Dundee International Sports Complex, Mains Loan
Discovery Pointwebsite01382 201245
DD1 4XA
Captain Scott’s famous polar exploration ship Discovery, plus exhibitions, etc.
Drouthyswebsite01382 202187
DD1 4JW
Pub with regular live music (downstairs, 70-capacity) - near Dundee Uni, popular with students.
Duke's Cornerwebsite01382 205052
DD1 5EG
Busy live music venue hosting a range of local and international bands, solo artists and DJs. Specialising in gourmet beers and burgers. 300-capacity venue (old Doghouse building).
Duncan Of Jordanstonewebsite01382 388828
DD1 4HT
Duncan of Jordanstone College Of Art And Design, or DJCAD for short, one of the top art colleges in the country.
Dundee Ice Arenawebsite01382 889369
DD2 3SQ
Olympic size ice rink, home of Dundee Stars ice hockey team. Learn skating, hockey, curling...
Dundee Repwebsite01382 223530
DD1 1PB
Premier theatre, world-class shows, and home of the only full-time ensemble in the country, producing many fine performances.
Dundee Student Unionwebsite01382 38606
DD1 4HP
University of Dundee Student Union - student bars, events, music
Dundee West Churchwebsite01382 322231
DD1 4JW
Duntrune Gardenwebsite07951 380064
DD5 1JX
Duntrune Demonstration Garden offers horticultural advice to the public and talks to various groups. Practical demonstrations are held on Wednesday afternoons and Saturday mornings. Everyone is welcome to come along to follow the progress in the garden and become involved in the practical activities.
Fat Samswebsite01382 228181
DD1 1PU
Nightclub with regular gigs
Fishermans Tavernwebsite01382 775941
DD5 2AD
Several old seaside cottages house this award-winning hotel and bar. Occasional live music, eg: Thursday night sessions
FriarywebsiteDD2 2PN
Hall on Tullideph Rd, often used for functions or ceilidhs.
Frigate Unicornwebsite01382 200900
DD1 3JA
The oldest British-built ship afloat, berthed near City Quay
Gardyne Theatrewebsite01382 464479
DD5 1NY
Globe Barwebsite01382 224712
DD1 5EP
Hannah Maclure Centrewebsite01382 308324
DD1 1HP
Located on the top floor of the new Abertay Student Centre this informal space provides its visitors with a chance to engage and interact with exhibitions showcasing a diverse range of visual outputs.
Henry's Coffee Housewebsite01382 200225
DD2 2EQ
Independent Coffee House with warm atmosphere and occasional live music.
Invergowrie Innwebsite01382 562686
DD2 5BE
KagewebsiteAlternative nightclub, plus live music venue...
Kettledrum Barwebsite01382 400670
DD2 2RT
KlozetwebsiteDD1 2EH
Seagate pub, formerly The Gauger
Ladywell Tavernwebsite01382 223586
DD1 1JN
Small pub behind Wellgate centre, occasional live music.
Laings Barwebsite01382 228250
DD1 4LR
Landmark Hotelwebsite01382 641122
DD2 5JT
Award-winning four-star hotel on the west edge of the city.
Legendswebsite01382 224436
DD1 3DN
Pub near waterfront, regular live music, formerly Lennons.
LiquidwebsiteDD1 1PU
Nightclub in South Ward Road
Little Theatrewebsite01382 225835
DD1 2NU
Venue for productions by Dundee Dramatic Society. Located opposite the rear of the Wellgate Centre.
London Nightclubwebsite01382 909192
DD1 4AA
Central nightclub, boasting Scotland's largest mirror ball...
Lyricswebsite01382 225105
DD1 2EY
Small venue near bus station, occasional live music
Magdalen GreenwebsiteBeautiful wee park between Perth Rd and Riverside Drive. Bandstand with summer concerts.
McDanielswebsite01382 221803
DD1 4AY
Pub near railway station, with occasional live music.
McManus Gallerieswebsite01382 307200
DD1 1DA
The McManus: Dundee`s Art Gallery And Museum. A magnificent Victorian Gothic building where art, history and the environment combine to offer a fascinating into Dundee. The McManus has recently re-opened to the public, following an extensive refurbishment project. Open gallery spaces have state-of-the-art displays in the heart of Dundee, plus there`s a new retail area and a cafe with an outdoor terrace.
Meadowside St Paulswebsite01382 225420
DD1 4EH
City centre church, occasional events
Medinawebsite01382 201500
DD1 4DH
Bar on Nethergate, formerly Bar Rio.
Mills Observatorywebsite01382 435967
DD2 2UB
Britain's only full-time public observatory, with regular events.
No 25website0845 166 6025
DD1 1NR
Part of the Social chain, includes hotel rooms above the cafe/bar
Okupawebsite01382 203087
DD1 1PN
1000-capacity club
Old Bank Barwebsite01382 226552
DD1 1RH
Old Horseshoewebsite01382 225500
DD1 2AJ
Old SteeplewebsiteScotlands highest surviving medieval tower, central to some of the most dramatic historical events in the city. Explore four floors of history and climb the 232 steps to the parapet for breathtaking views over the Tay estuary and the City of Discovery.
Olympia Leisure Centrewebsite01382 432331
DD1 4DF
Due to be demolished and replaced: largest swimming pool in Dundee, great if you like flumes, etc...
Phoenixwebsite01382 200014
DD1 4DH
Legendary central pub, usually busy, popular with students and locals.
Reading Roomswebsite01382 450432
DD4 6AT
Music venue: DJs, dance, alternative music
Roseangle GallerywebsiteDD1 4LF
17 Roseangle
Sensationwebsite01382 228800
DD1 4QB
Our very own science (or seh-ense) centre... ’fun hands-on experience for the whole family as you explore the world through six themed zones.’
SoccerWorldwebsite01382 816888
DD3 8LF
Indoor 5-a-side football centre @ Old Glamis Rd
Socialwebsite0845 166 6020
DD1 1PA
Food and drink in the cultural quarter... part of a chain with Number 25 and The Underground
Soul Nightclubwebsite07951 854275
DD1 2HB
Newly refurbished nightclub (formerly City Function Suite), St Andrews St
Speedwell Barwebsite01382 667783
DD2 1AS
Legendary pub, known as Mennies after a previous landlady who owned and ran the property for over half a century. West end of Perth Rd.
St Pauls CathedralwebsiteDD1 1TD
City centre church, occasional events
Stobswell Sports And Recreation Clubwebsite01382 455852
DD4 6NT
Indoor/Outdoor Sports, Dance hall, Bars
Swannie PondswebsiteWell-known small park (officially Stobsmuir Park) just off Clepington Rd, with ducks, swans and rowing boats...
Movie
Tannadice Parkwebsite01382 833166
DD3 7JW
Home of Dundee United Football Club
The Abodewebsite01382 223923
DD1 2EX
The Admiral Barwebsite01382 810399
DD3 8RF
The Arctic Barwebsite01382 226740
DD1 1SB
The Art Barwebsite01382 227888
DD1 4JW
The Balgay Hill Barwebsite01382 668921
DD1 5PW
The BondwebsiteDD1 3DU
Pub near waterfront with regular live music.
The Cask Barwebsite01382 451171
DD4 6NS
Refurbished and hosting regular live music from Summer 2011
The Centenary Barwebsite01382 827719
DD3 7UE
The Club Barwebsite01382 223011
DD1 4BS
The Doghousewebsite01382 206812
DD1 1ND
One of the busiest live music venues in the city centre.
The Dolphinwebsite01382 510384
DD4 9EZ
The Factorywebsite01382 509586
DD4 8PS
Indoor skatepark with skateboarding, blading, bmx, basketball, plus loads of activities
The Fortwebsite01382 737999
DD4 6LX
Award-winning hotel in Broughty Ferry, with regular live music.
The HideoutwebsiteDD1 1HG
Basement of Abertay Students Union
The High Cornerwebsite01382 817903
DD3 6PR
The Lowdownwebsite01382 202259
DD1 2EG
The Nine Maidenswebsite01382 858882
DD3 9QU
Pub with occasional live music
The Post Office Barwebsite01382 736444
DD5 2HG
Medium-sized bar in Broughty Ferry, with occasional live music
The Shorewebsite01382 435435
DD1 3DN
Young Persons Venue and activity centre
The Tasting Roomswebsite01382 224188
DD1 1PN
The Town Housewebsite01382 203311
DD1 2JD
Thomsons Barwebsite01382 229009
DD1 1HF
Small pub on Bell St near Abertay Uni, occasional live music.
Tickety Booswebsite01382 227119
DD1 2AA
Tonicwebsite01382 226103
DD1 4DP
Pub with food and acoustic music each Sunday
Undergroundwebsite01382 200399
DD1 1NR
Small club with occasional music.
Union 39websiteDD1 4BS
Bar and music venue on Union St, formerly Rendezvous/The Cooler
University of Abertaywebsite01382 308000
DD1 1HG
One of the 2 city universities, well-known for computer games and environmental research.
University of Dundeewebsite01382 344000
DD1 4HN
One of the 2 city universities, world-renowned for medicine, dentistry, art and design.
Verdant Workswebsite01382 225282
DD1 5BT
History of Dundee's Jute industry, with interactive displays, interesting exhibits, and plenty to keep the kids amused for a few hours.
West Parkwebsite01382 647171
DD2 1NN
Conference centre with regular events
Whitehall Theatrewebsite01382 322684
DD1 5JA
Theatre with regular shows, visiting acts, comedians, bands.
Wighton Heritage Centrewebsite01382 431516
DD1 1DB
Centre for study and appreciation of Scottish Music, based in the Central Library, Wellgate Centre, with research, talks and performances.
Woodlands Hotelwebsite01382 480033
DD5 2QL
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