Discovery Point and RRS Discovery
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
18/07/2026
📻 Embark on an audio journey to the Antarctic this weekend, with a new episode of The Blizzard Podcast!
In our latest episode, Emma Puranen (former ship's crew here on RRS Discovery) recounts her voyage to the frozen South in the footsteps of some of her polar heroes; describing the feeling of stepping inside historic Antarctic huts, and meeting stomping adélie penguins 🐧
You can listen to The Blizzard Podcast for free on YouTube and Spotify. We'd love to hear where in the world you are tuning in from - let us know in the comments below! 👇
📺 YouTube: https://youtu.be/-pnmvv9-gdY?si=CPGzv7YeQurACWoC
🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/06ezSzwRh0VfprYnQ6ovLj?si=72d6f9139095410b
09/07/2026
🌟FINAL CHANCE: SPECIAL OFFER 🌟
Tomorrow is your last day to save 20% off entry to Discovery Point & RRS Discovery!
To celebrate the start of the school holidays in Dundee, we're offering 20% OFF entry to Discovery Point & RRS Discovery from Monday 6 July - Friday 10 July 2026*. No need to book in advance, all you need to do is say "Summer26" when you arrive at our front desk! 🎟
Don't miss out on this limited offer! Full T&Cs at our website: https://dundeeheritagetrust.co.uk/school-holiday-offer/
Unlock a world of adventure when you visit Discovery Point & RRS Discovery this summer with the whole family. Here's a sneak peek of what to expect:
⚓ Explore above and below deck on Captain Scott's ship, RRS Discovery
🐧 Become a polar explorer as you navigate through over 10 galleries
🎲 Kids' activities, games, and interactive displays
✏ Follow museum trails, discover Emma penguin lanyard activities & more
⚒️ See traditional ship works up close as Discovery's major conservation project continues
🎒 Sensory backpacks, baby change facilities & access guides available
🍰 Embark on a journey through the flavours of Tayside and beyond in 77º South Cafe
🛍 Take home a souvenir of your voyage from our gift shop
Plan your visit at our website: https://dundeeheritagetrust.co.uk/school-holiday-offer/
And remember, just say "Summer26" at our front desk to make big savings on tickets from Monday 6 July - Friday 10 July 2026.* T&Cs apply.
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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 |