Things to Do in Dundee
32 attractions and days out
Activity Centres
Ancrum Outdoor Centre
An adventure hub offering outdoor activities for families seeking active experiences, though visitors should note limited facilities and accessibility restrictions before planning their trip.
Climbing
Avertical World Climbing Centre
Scale walls suited to every skill level at this Dundee climbing centre, where families can test their abilities together with nearby parking and onsite facilities.
Parks and Playgrounds
Barnhill Rock Garden
A distinctive garden space on Collingwood Crescent featuring rocky landscapes and natural features, with parking and toilet facilities but limited accessibility for wheelchairs or babies.
Laser Tag
Battlefield LIVE Dundee
Experience action-packed laser combat at this Kingsway East venue, where tactical gaming sessions promise adrenaline-fuelled fun for older children and adults, with an onsite restaurant to refuel between battles.
Climbing
Block10 Bouldering
Scale colourful walls and tackle exciting climbing challenges at this Dundee bouldering centre, perfect for active families seeking adventure together. Note that facilities are limited on-site.
Castles and Palaces
Broughty Castle Museum
Explore this historic fortress on the Dundee waterfront, featuring fascinating exhibits about local maritime heritage and military history, plus an onsite restaurant with stunning views across the Tay estuary.
Arcades and Gaming Cafes
Cake or Dice
Roll the dice at this fully accessible board game café where families can enjoy sweet treats and tabletop adventures together, with facilities for wheelchairs and pushchairs throughout.
Parks and Playgrounds
Camperdown Country Park
Dundee's sprawling parkland delights with exotic wildlife including bears, lemurs and otters, plus a wildlife centre and adventure playground. Wheelchair accessible with full facilities for an action-packed family day out.
Zoos and Wildlife Parks
Camperdown Wildlife Centre
Get up close to more than 50 fascinating species including brown bears Comet and Star at this popular Dundee wildlife park, complete with restaurant facilities and full accessibility.
Cinemas and Theatres
Cineworld Dundee
Catch the latest blockbusters and regular children's screenings at this modern multiplex cinema in Camperdown Leisure Park, with snacks, accessible facilities and onsite parking.
Horse Riding and Stables
Claverhouse Equestrian Centre
Experience the joy of horses at this accessible equestrian centre in Emmock Woods, complete with onsite restaurant and parking. Wheelchair-friendly facilities make it welcoming for most visitors.
Museums and Art Galleries
Discovery Point
Step aboard the legendary polar research ship at this waterfront museum where families can explore maritime history through interactive exhibits. Facilities include parking, accessible amenities and picnic areas.
Ice Skating and Rollerskating
Dundee Ice Arena
Glide across the ice at this popular skating venue within Camperdown Leisure Complex, offering sessions for all abilities plus onsite dining, full accessibility and family-friendly facilities.
National Parks
Dundee Law
Scale this volcanic hilltop for panoramic views across Dundee and the Tay estuary, with parking and refreshments available at this popular family picnic spot.
Museums and Art Galleries
Dundee Museum of Transport
Explore Scotland's motoring heritage through vintage cars, motorcycles and commercial vehicles at this fascinating transport collection in the heart of Dundee, complete with café and full accessibility.
Museums and Art Galleries
Dundee Science Centre
Explore science through touch, taste, smell, sight and sound at this unique sensory-focused attraction that sparks wonder and hands-on learning for the whole family.
Treasure Hunts
Dundee Treasure Trail
Explore Yeaman Shore on an exciting family treasure hunt that's wheelchair accessible and picnic-friendly, with onsite dining options and toilets available throughout your adventure.
Indoor and Soft Play Areas
Fun Factory Dundee
Scotland's expansive soft play venue features age-appropriate climbing frames and slides, plus a dedicated sensory space, with onsite parking and café facilities at this Camperdown Road location.
Indoor and Soft Play Areas
Fuzzy Ed's Weavers Mill
This exciting indoor adventure playground at Camperdown Leisure Park welcomes children up to 12 years old, featuring dedicated toddler sessions, onsite dining and baby-changing facilities.
Museums and Art Galleries
HMS Unicorn
Step aboard one of Britain's oldest warships at Victoria Dock, where families can explore authentic naval history through this remarkably preserved 19th-century vessel, though access is limited for pushchairs and wheelchairs.
Ten Pin Bowling Alleys
Hollywood Bowl Dundee
Strike up family fun at this Dundee bowling venue offering classic ten-pin action with baby changing facilities, though some areas have limited accessibility for wheelchairs and pushchairs.
Inflatable Parks
Innoflate Dundee
Bounce into action at this wheelchair and pushchair-friendly inflatable playground where the whole family can enjoy accessible fun. Baby changing facilities and special assistance ensure everyone's comfort during your visit.
Laser Tag
Laser Combat Dundee (FKA Combat City)
Battle it out in adrenaline-pumping laser tag sessions at this action-packed venue with onsite dining and picnic-friendly facilities. Perfect for energetic family fun with parking and refreshments available.
Tourist Attractions
Mills Observatory
Britain's first purpose-built public observatory sits in Balgay Park, offering families the chance to explore the stars through telescopes and interactive displays. Bring a picnic to enjoy in the park before your visit.
Cinemas and Theatres
ODEON Dundee
Treat your family to the latest blockbusters at this ten-screen cinema complex on Douglas Road, offering snacks, wheelchair access and convenient nearby parking for a perfect movie day out.
Swimming Pools and Leisure Centres
Olympia Leisure Centre
Family-focused leisure facility with accessible amenities including baby changing rooms, wheelchair access, and an onsite restaurant. Convenient parking makes visiting easy.
Trampoline Parks
Ryze Dundee - Xtreme Air Sports
Bounce into action at this indoor trampoline centre featuring obstacle courses, foam pits and massive jumping zones, plus an onsite café and full facilities including accessible toilets.
Activity Centres
SaltDog Marine
Dive into aquatic adventures at this activity centre where families can explore marine-based experiences and watersports right by the castle. Note that facilities are limited on-site.
Go Karting and Driving
TeamSport Indoor Karting Dundee
Race against your family on Dundee's thrilling indoor karting circuit, welcoming young drivers from age 8 upwards for high-speed fun and friendly competition.
Museums and Art Galleries
The McManus: Dundee's Art Gallery & Museum
Located in Albert Square, this impressive gallery and museum offers families engaging exhibitions spanning art and history, plus hands-on craft activities for children and an onsite restaurant.
Parks and Playgrounds
University of Dundee Botanic Garden
Explore diverse plant collections at this riverside botanical garden in Dundee, featuring an onsite restaurant for refreshments during your visit.
Museums and Art Galleries
Verdant Works
Step back in time at this award-winning museum celebrating Dundee's jute heritage through interactive displays and restored machinery, with accessible facilities, onsite dining and parking.
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