Discovery Point

Discovery Quay, Dundee, Dundee and Angus, DD1 4XA, Scotland
1-90 Years
Paid

Description

Discovery Point is an award-winning visitor attraction that tells the story of the iconic ship ‘Discovery’ from her beginnings in Dundee, her amazing Antarctic expedition with Captain Scott and her voyages and uses thereafter.Through extensive galleries, video and film shows, interactives and artefacts, Discovery Point is a fascinating visitor attraction which appeals to all ages.

If you are looking for Best Museums and Art Galleries in Dundee , Dundee and Angus then you can visit Discovery Point. Discovery Point is one of the places in Dundee Dundee and Angus for day out with kids and families. If you are searching for Landmarks and Attractions near me, then you can get all the information here.

Features

  • Paid
  • Host birthday parties: No

Features

  • Parking onsite.
  • Toilets, Accessible toilets and Baby changing facilities.
  • You can bring a picnic.
  • Wheelchair friendly.

What to see

Follow in the footsteps of Captain Scott and his heroic team at Discovery Point! Find out about the Heroes of the Ice who braved the harsh conditions of the Antarctic and hear their stories first hand.

As you explore the self-led museum at your own pace you will:

  • Find out about ‘Scott of the Antarctic’ and explore the crews quarters and the Officers Wardroom
  • Discover more about the ships voyages and journeys after The Discovery Expedition
  • Discover the unique design features of the first ship built for scientific research in Antarctica
  • Learn about the first voyage of Discovery to the most inhospitable place on the earth
  • Walk in the footsteps of Heroes and climb aboard one of the most incredible ships ever built

The venue also have exclusive gifts in the extensively stocked Gift Shop.

Price

Price: Paid

Price Details

  • Adult 9.95
  • Child 5.50
  • Concession 7.80
  • Family 27.75

For latest price update, deals, offers, discount codes, please check the  website as below:

http://www.rrsdiscovery.com/index.php?pageID=129

Pricing URL: http://www.rrsdiscovery.com/index.php?pageID=129

Birthday Parties

Offer Birthday Parties: No

Summer Hours:

1st April - 31st October. Monday - Saturday 10:00 - 18:00 (Sunday 11:00) Last admissions one hour before closing

Winter Hours:

1st November - 31st March

Mon – Sat 10:00 – 17:00
Sun 11:00 – 17:00

Last admissions one hour before closing.

Address: Discovery Quay, Dundee, Dundee and Angus, DD1 4XA, Scotland

Post Code: DD1 4XA

Council: Dundee

County: Dundee and Angus

By road: Discovery Point is on Riverside Drive, just off the northbound slip-road of the Tay Road Bridge. All other entry routes should follow signs for ‘city centre’ but Discovery Point is clearly signposted throughout the city. Enter postcode DD1 4XA in your sat nav.

By rail: Dundee is on the main East Coast line and the railway station is directly opposite Discovery Point.

By bus: Most buses from Fife stop at Greenmarket which is just at the side of the railway station so only a few minutes walk to Discovery Point. If you are coming from Forfar, Discovery Point is a short walk from the High Street. All buses from Perth, Blairgowrie and Coupar Angus stop at Debenhams, outside the Overgate shopping centre. Discovery Point is just minutes away from any city centre bus stop.

Car Parking: There is a short-stay pay and display car park adjacent to Discovery Point. For other parking you can use the Greenmarket multi-storey car park (sat nav DD1 4QB) or either the Gellatly street car park (sat nav DD1 3RB) or the Olympia car park (sat nav DD1 3JU)

For all Dundee City Council car parking information click here >

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