Weekend in Dundee

A multi-purpose arts centre with a permanent free gallery space showing modern art, prints, and installations. Also has cinema and café.

Tip: Pop into the print studio (ground floor) if open — you might see artists working. The shop sells prints cheaper than in galleries.

A historic burial ground dating back to 1564, given to the city by Mary Queen of Scots. Contains ornate tombstones and a tranquil walled garden.

Tip: Look for the carved skulls and crossbones on the eastern tombstones — they're memento mori symbols, not pirate stuff. Quietest at lunchtime.

A grand Victorian Gothic building housing fine art, natural history, and local history collections. Covers everything from dinosaurs to modern paintings.

Tip: Check the basement for the natural history collection — the taxidermy cases are properly old-school and surprisingly good.

Scotland's design museum and the first V&A museum outside London, opened in 2018. Designed by Japanese architect Kengo Kuma, its dramatic angular exterior was inspired by the Scottish cliffs. Permanen

Tip: Permanent collection is free; special exhibitions are ticketed. The building itself is worth visiting from outside — walk around all four sides.

An extinct volcanic hill offering panoramic views across the Tay estuary, the city, and the Angus hills. A short but steep walk to the top.

Tip: Go at sunset for the best light over the river. Watch your step on the loose gravel path near the summit.

A sandy beach along the Tay estuary, backed by grassy dunes and the grounds of Broughty Castle. Good for walking, kite-flying, or just sitting.

Tip: The castle itself is free to enter — just a short climb up a spiral staircase for cracking views over to Fife. Bus 5 from city centre.