Family days out in Dundee
18 listed · best reviewed first
Updated · Ratings from Google · All attractions and things to do in Dundee
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The McManus: Dundee's Art Gallery & Museum
★ 4.7 (3,040)
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.
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Discovery Point
★ 4.7 (2,832)
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.
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ODEON Dundee
★ 4.4 (2,536)
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.
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Camperdown Wildlife Centre
★ 4.4 (2,290)
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.
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TeamSport Indoor Karting Dundee
★ 4.7 (1,343)
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.
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Broughty Castle Museum
★ 4.5 (1,734)
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.
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Verdant Works
★ 4.7 (1,056)
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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Dundee Museum of Transport
★ 4.6 (933)
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.
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HMS Unicorn
★ 4.6 (914)
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.
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Cineworld Dundee
★ 4.2 (1,637)
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.
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Dundee Science Centre
★ 4.4 (1,128)
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.
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Camperdown Country Park
★ 4.6 (824)
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.
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Barnhill Rock Garden
★ 4.6 (525)
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.
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University of Dundee Botanic Garden
★ 4.6 (409)
Explore diverse plant collections at this riverside botanical garden in Dundee, featuring an onsite restaurant for refreshments during your visit.
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Mills Observatory
★ 4.5 (465)
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.
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Cake or Dice
★ 4.6 (98)
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.
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Laser Combat Dundee (FKA Combat City)
★ 4.3 (134)
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.
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SaltDog Marine
★ 4.8 (44)
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.
Quick answers
How many family days out are there in Dundee?+
We list 18 in Dundee. The best-reviewed are shown first.
Which family days out in Dundee are best reviewed?+
By Google rating weighted by the number of reviews: The McManus: Dundee's Art Gallery & Museum (4.7/5, 3,040 reviews), Discovery Point (4.7/5, 2,832 reviews) and ODEON Dundee (4.4/5, 2,536 reviews).
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