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Discovery Point

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Home to the Royal Research Ship Discovery, this award-winning attraction tells the story of the iconic ship Discovery from her beginnings in Dundee, to her ground-breaking Antarctic expedition with Captain Scott and her voyages all over the world.

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Verdant Works Museum

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Step back in time to the heart of Dundee’s industrial legacy; heritage brought to life.

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Admission Fee

Adult: £17 Child (5-16 years): £9.50 Concession: £13.00 Family: £46.50 Carer (accompanying someone they care for): £0

Open Times

Winter: 1st November – 31st March: 10am – 5pm 11am – 5pm

Summer: 1st April – 31st October: 10am – 5pm 11am – 5pm

Discovery Point

Discovery Point, Discovery Quay, Dundee, DD1 4XA

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Tickets & Opening

Admission Fee

Adult: £14 Child (0-16 years): £0 Concession: £10.50 Family: £28.00 Carer (accompanying someone they care for): £0

Open Times

Winter: 1st November – 31st March: Closed 10am – 5pm 11am – 5pm

Summer: 1st April – 31st October: 10am – 5pm 11am – 5pm

Verdant Works Museum

Verdant Works, West Henderson’s Wynd, Dundee, DD1 5BT

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Save when you visit Discovery Point and Verdant Works Museum in the same year with our joint pass!

Adult: £24.50
Child (5-16 years): £9.50
Under 5’s: Free
Concession: £20.50
Family: £58.00
Carer (accompanying someone they care for): Free

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Find out more at our dedicated Discovery Point page.

Have a question about your visit?

Please see our dedicated Verdant Works Museum page.

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Discovery Point

Adult: £17
Child (5-16 years): £9.50
Concession: £13.00
Family: £46.50
Carer (accompanying someone they care for): £0

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Verdant Works Museum

Adult: £14
Child (0-16 years): £0
Concession: £10.50
Family: £28.00
Carer (accompanying someone they care for): £0

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Save when you visit Discovery Point and Verdant Works Museum in the same year with our joint pass!

Adult: £24.50
Child (5-16 years): £9.50
Under 5’s: Free
Concession: £20.50
Family: £58.00
Carer (accompanying someone they care for): Free

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Discovery Point

Winter: 1st November – 31st March

Mon – Sat: 10am – 5pm
Sun: 11am – 5pm

We are closed on 24, 25, 26, 31 December and 1 & 2 January.

Summer: 1st April – 31st October

Mon – Sat: 10am – 5pm
Sun: 11am – 5pm

Verdant Works Museum

Winter: 1st November – 31st March

Mon & Tues: Closed
Weds-Sat: 10am – 5pm
Sun: 11am – 5pm

We are closed on 23, 24, 25, 26, 30, 31 December and 1 & 2 January.

Summer: 1st April – 31st October

Mon-Sat: 10am – 5pm
Sun: 11am – 5pm

Discovery Point

Discovery Point, Discovery Quay, Dundee, DD1 4XA

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Verdant Works Museum

Verdant Works, West Henderson’s Wynd, Dundee, DD1 5BT

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FAQs

Discovery Point

Verdant Works Museum

Have a question about your visit?

Find out more at our dedicated Discovery Point page.

Have a question about your visit?

Please see our dedicated Verdant Works Museum page.

SPECIAL OFFER

DUNDEE GOES FOR £3!

SPECIAL OFFER FOR DUNDEE RESIDENTS IN JANUARY 2025

People living in Dundee are invited to explore Verdant Works Museum and Discovery Point for just £3 this January!*

Make savings of over 80% and re-connect with our inspiring shared heritage in the city of Discovery this winter.

*T&Cs apply:

Offer valid only from 3rd January 2025 until 31st January 2025.

£3 entry per visitor at each museum. No pre-booking required.

Cannot be used in conjunction with any other offers.

Visitors are asked to bring proof of Dundee address and corresponding photo ID for 1 in every 2 adults in your party (aka driving licence, bus pass, utility bill, council tax bill).

£3 admission is valid for single entry to Discovery Point or Verdant Works Museum only, not annual pass. Not applicable for Joint Pass.

For the purposes of this offer, Dundee is an address within DD1-DD5 postcode. DD6-DD11 are not applicable for this offer.

Offer applies to Adult tickets and Child tickets at Discovery Point. Kids aged up to 16 go FREE at Verdant Works Museum, when accompanied by a paying adult.

Offer does not apply to education visits, led visits, community group visits, or group bookings.

Dundee Heritage Trust reserves the right to change these terms and conditions.

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Events and Exhibitions

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View our exhibition programme, as well as exciting upcoming events and showcases at Discovery Point and Verdant Works Museum. Selected events and exhibitions are free with our annual pass.

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Discovery Point

Exhibition: Scotland’s Whale Road

Dive into Scotland’s whaling past and uncover the role RRS Discovery played in turning the tide from hunting to conservation.

7th Sep 2024 – 31st Aug 2025 | Museum admission

Verdant Works Museum

Friends of Dundee Heritage Trust Burns Supper

Friends of Dundee Heritage Trust Burns Supper at Verdant Works Museum.

24th Jan 2025 | £40

Verdant Works Museum

Competition: Dundee’s Heritage and Nature

Photography competition showcasing the effects of industrialisation on Dundee’s nature and green spaces.

24th Jan – 10th Mar 2025 | Free

Discovery Point

Wee Explorers in January

Monthly session of stories, craft and messy play for little ones.

28th Jan 2025 | Pay what you can

Discovery Point

Talk: The Story of RRS Discovery

A fascinating illustrated talk on the history of one of Dundee’s most famous ships, the Royal Research Ship Discovery.

1st Feb 2025 | Pay what you can

Discovery Point

Tour: Love Aboard Discovery

Special evening tour of RRS Discovery, uncovering stories from the loves and romances of Captain Scott, Ernest Shackleton and more in Dundee.

14th Feb 2025 | TBC

Discovery Point

Tour & Talk: Scotland’s Whale Road

Artist Caroline Hack and researcher Matt Ylitalo share Dundee’s whaling stories and dive into the impact of RRS Discovery’s oceanographic expeditions.

22nd Feb 2025 | Pay what you can

Discovery Point

Wee Explorers in February

Monthly session of stories, craft and messy play for little ones.

25th Feb 2025 | Pay what you can

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Inspiring insights from Discovery Point, the Royal Research Ship Discovery, Verdant Works Museum, our collections and beyond.

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Researching Robertson’s Land

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Group Visits

Looking to visit our venues with a group larger than 15 people? We offer a special group rate to individuals or tour operators.

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Conferences & Events

Discover the perfect venue for your next conference or event at Discovery Point and Verdant Works Museum. Our unique spaces offer modern facilities and stunning views, making them the ideal location for a range of events

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Learning

At Discovery Point and Verdant Works Museum, we offer a range of educational experiences for all ages. Our interactive exhibits and knowledgeable staff provide a unique learning environment that is both engaging and informative

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What our visitors say

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Took my 5 year old and he loved it – we all did! The ship and museum were amazing and we learned so much, the gentleman explaining all about the bell was fantastic.

Discovery Point – Carrie D

Really great museum, a lot of history not just about jute, but working life in Dundee. Amazing tour, very well done. Great experience and would highly recommend this to anybody interested in local and Scottish history. I can imagine this would be a great place for School trips too. Plenty of space and activities for children of all ages.

Verdant Works – Michael S

This is an excellent museum all about RRS Discovery – the history and expedition – with plenty of items to look at. And of course, the actual ship to board and explore!

Discovery Point – James K

Simple fantastic, spent several hours here and should be must do for anyone visiting Dundee. Had a lovely soup and scone in the cafe. A very well presented and interactive museum.

Verdant Works Museum – Mike D

An immersive, interactive, inspiring, & visually stunning museum. Visual displays, videos on wall screens, activities for kids, displays indoors, and you can go on to the deck of the ship & below.

Discovery Point – Helen R

I absolutely adore this place. The staff are so knowledgeable and friendly. There is so much to see! It’s a haven of information on Dundee’s history of the jute mills. It’s fascinating from beginning to end. It’s worth a visit!

Verdant Works Museum – Susan A

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