V&A Dundee is a prominent tourist destination in Dundee, showcasing the brilliance of Scottish creativity and the finest examples of global architectural excellence within an international design museum. Notably, this establishment is the first building in the United Kingdom designed by Kengo Kuma, and it opened its doors to the public in 2018. The inauguration was marked by a 3D festival featuring captivating performances by artists such as Primal Scream, Be Charlotte, and Lewis Capaldi, a mesmerising light show and a stunning fireworks display. V&A Dundee successfully achieved its target of welcoming 500,000 visitors within a year, reaching this milestone on 30 March 2019, six months ahead of the expected schedule. Temporary exhibitions are housed in designated galleries for the benefit of visitors.
UNIQUE FACTS:
• Free Admission
• Galleries
• Welcoming Space.
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V&A DUNDEE REVIEWS
I am so pleased Dundee has the V&A. I have been to many interesting exhibitions there since its opening and the building itself is an architectural masterpiece for eyes both internally and externally. I would recommend to any tourists as well as locals.
Fabulous building! Really interested to see the design rationale from the architect on one of the video walls. Some of our family group were really impressed with the Mary Quant exhibition, and the other works had enough to interest the rest of the group. The covid safe set up was excellent, with plenty of staff ensuring things are running well.
Visited the Mary Quant exhibit which was fab and well worth a visit. Beautiful, spacious modern building, excellent knowledgeable and friendly staff. Some lovely items in the shop too so take your spending pennies.
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RRS Discovery is a three-masted ship designed in 1901, that showcases specimens from Antarctic expeditions across two decks and a galley. This vessel narrates the history of the renowned ship 'Discovery' and the remarkable Antarctic expedition led by Captain Scott. Discovery Point serves as an engaging tourist destination suitable for all age groups, offering an array of extensive exhibits, video and film presentations, interactive experiences, and a collection of objects. RRS Discovery is part of the UK Main Collections, as designated by the National Historic Ships Commission, highlighting its significance among notable vessels.
UNIQUE FACTS:
• Historical Places
• Events
• Self-guided Visit.
Speciality:
£Price:
Adult £17
Child £9.50
Concession £13
Family £46.50
Joint Admission with Verdant Works:
Adult £24.50
Child £9.50
Concession £20.50
Family £58
Contact:
Working Hours:
Mon-Sat: 10am - 5pm
Sun: 11am - 5pm
Summer Opening Times(April to October)
Mon-Sat: 10am - 6pm
Sun: 11am - 6pm
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RRS DISCOVERY REVIEWS
This was an awesome experience. They do give Student discounts if you can show your student card. You get to freely explore the 3 different levels of the discovery ship. The museum before the ship is full of cool movies and learning experiences. Highly recommend this!
This is an excellent museum all about RRS Discovery the history of the exhibition with plenty of items to look at and of course the actual ship to board and explore. The cafe also serves nice food.
As a family, we love Discovery... we learn new things each time we go and stepping into history. Great trails for the kids to do and videos and interactive points along the way. We will be back again.
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Verdant Works is a meticulously restored museum situated in Dundee. Through interactive displays, it recounts the tale of local jute production from the 19th to the 20th century, offering insights into the industrial weaving history of Dundee within the beautifully restored Mill House's atmospheric setting. Visitors can explore the splendid building and witness the machinery in action, transporting them back to the era when the mills were at the heart of Dundee's industry. Verdant Works provides a remarkable blend of movie presentations, multimedia technologies, and hands-on experiences. All of this is offered in a comfortable and inviting environment where you can indulge in one of their daily specialities or savour a selection of speciality teas and coffees.
UNIQUE FACTS:
• Social History
• Red Box Learning Hub
• Heritage Centre.
Speciality:
£Price:
Adult £14
Concession £10.50
Family £28
Joint Admission With Discovery Point:
Adult £24.50
Child £9.50
Concession £20.50
Family £58
Contact:
Working Hours:
Mon-Sat: 10am - 5pm
Sun: 11am - 5pm
Summer Opening Times (April to October)
Mon-Sat: 10am - 6pm
Sun: 11am - 6pm
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VERDANT WORKS REVIEWS
Excellent and informative museum about the history of Dundee's mills. It has interactive activities for children and adults alike and working mill machines. The staff were full of information and made you feel very welcome. Demonstration of Boulton and Watt steam engine very impressive. Lovely food in the cafe as well and nice items to buy in the shop.
Super Marvellous Industrial museum about the history of the jute industry in Dundee. This is one of 2 top tourist attraction in Dundee. Friendly tour guides, nice and knowledgeable. Thanks, A lot (Ian, Lily and others). I had a great time there.
We visited on Tuesday, it was quiet so got to take out time to look around, they even turned some of the weaving machines on for us and explained how they were used.
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