Scotland's Whale Road
DISCOVERY POINT

Dive into the history of whaling in Dundee and beyond, as we chart RRS Discovery‘s role in turning the tide from hunting to conservation.

Talk: Art in Antarctica

We’re joined by polar specialist Henrietta Hammant, who will explore early examples of art made in this beautiful landscape; from watercolours, to carved whale bone, to festive decorations. 

Discovery Point Transformed

Explore our plans to transform Discovery Point, conserve the RRS Discovery, and spark curiosity in heritage for the next 100 years.

Leave a Gift in your Will

Did you know that Dundee Heritage Trust can receive gifts in wills? Your gift could make a lasting difference to our work in Dundee.

Our Mission for Discovery

Dundee Heritage Trust exists to share our heritage for the benefit of current and future generations. Now, we’re on a mission to protect the RRS Discovery and spark curiosity in heritage for the next 100 years.

Conserving RRS Discovery

Explore our £1.4M conservation project aboard the Royal Research Ship Discovery, supported by the National Heritage Memorial Fund.

Polar Publications

Celebrate two iconic publications from within our Polar Collections; the famous South Polar Times compiled on Discovery in 1902, and Shackleton’s rare Aurora Australis.

The Hope Cross
DISCOVERY POINT

Visit the historic Hope Cross at Discovery Point; built in 1922 by Shackleton’s Quest crewmates following his untimely passing.

VISIT US

Ticket Terms & Conditions

Here you will find our ticketing policies and conditions. To view the full terms and conditions for your Pass type, please select it from the list below.

FAQs

Off-Peak Pass

Valid e-ticket confirmation must be presented at admissions desk on arrival to Discovery Point / Verdant Works Museum to be exchanged for pass. 

Off-peak passes grant the holder access during off-peak dates only. Valid for use during the following dates:
– Discovery Point: Weekdays (excluding school holidays)
– Verdant Works Museum: Weekdays and Weekends (excluding school holidays).  

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Pass must be signed on receipt.  

Off-peak pass grants the named holder access during off-peak dates only for a year from date of purchase (excludes group tickets, school tickets, event tickets and venue hire guests). Expiry date cannot be extended. 

Off-Peak Pass & corresponding photo ID must be shown when making a repeat visit. Dundee Heritage Trust reserves the right to refuse entry if these conditions are not met, and reserves the right to change the conditions of use and access without prior warning. 

Pass is non-transferable and non-refundable. Cannot be exchanged.  

Off-peak pass can be upgraded to Unlimited Pass or Explore More Pass at the time of purchase only and is subject to a fee. Passes cannot be upgraded any later than the day of purchase. 

Unlimited Pass

Valid e-ticket confirmation must be presented at admissions desk on arrival to Discovery Point / Verdant Works Museum to be exchanged for pass. 

Unlimited passes grant the holder access during off-peak and on-peak dates. Valid for use during the following dates:
Discovery Point: All year
– Verdant Works Museum: All year 

Click here to see calendar

Pass must be signed on receipt.  

Unlimited Pass grants the named holder access for a year from date of purchase (excludes group tickets, school tickets, event tickets and venue hire guests). Expiry date cannot be extended. 

Unlimited Pass & corresponding photo ID must be shown when making a repeat visit. Dundee Heritage Trust reserves the right to refuse entry if these conditions are not met, and reserves the right to change the conditions of use and access without prior warning. 

Pass is non-transferable and non-refundable. Cannot be exchanged.  

Explore More Pass

Valid e-ticket confirmation must be presented at admissions desk on arrival to be exchanged for pass. 

Explore More Pass grants the holder access during off-peak and on-peak dates to both Discovery Point and Verdant Works Museum. Valid for use during the following dates:
– Discovery Point: All year
– Verdant Works Museum: All year 

Click here to see calendar

Pass must be signed on receipt.  

Explore More Pass grants the named holder access to both Discovery Point and Verdant Works Museum for a year from date of purchase (excludes group tickets, school tickets, event tickets and venue hire guests). Expiry date cannot be extended. 

Explore More Pass & corresponding photo ID must be shown when making a repeat visit. Dundee Heritage Trust reserves the right to refuse entry if these conditions are not met, and reserves the right to change the conditions of use and access without prior warning. 

Pass is non-transferable and non-refundable. Cannot be exchanged.  

PLAN YOUR VISIT

Off-Peak and Peak Dates

To ensure a smooth visit, please select your date and ensure that the Pass you purchase is valid for your chosen date.

Off-Peak Passes are valid for use all year excluding:
Weekends and School Holidays at Discovery Point
School Holidays at Verdant Works Museum

Unlimited Passes and Explore More Passes are valid all year, on all dates that the museum is open.

See our 2025 calendars below for more details:

Transaction Currencies

All prices are quoted in £ sterling and no other currency will be accepted.

Payment Cards accepted

We will accept payment from the following cards:

  • Visa
  • MasterCard
  • Maestro

If your query has not been answered, please do contact us.

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