Dundee, Scotland

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Perched on Scotland's eastern central Lowlands, Dundee proves the old adage that big surprises come in small packages. Although it may measure a mere 26 square miles, its man-made attractions are as vast as its scenic beauty. Inside Dundee you'll find a Cultural Center bustling with an impressive array of museums and galleries, and the Waterfront, where you'll find the restored Royal Research Ship "Discovery," which carried Scott and Shackleton on their journey to Antarctica. But just a few miles outside of Dundee a world of natural wonders greets you in the form of heather-covered hills, tranquil valleys and craggy mountains. Dundee truly is a destination for big adventures and even-bigger excitement.

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Points of Interest

  • Falkland Palace
  • The Law
  • Discovery Point
  • Edinburgh
  • St. Andrews
  • Scone Palace
  • Glamis Castle
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  • Falkland Palace

    The country home of Mary, Queen of Scots and the Stuart monarchs for 200 years boasts a beautiful garden and original and reconstructed rooms packed with tapestries, elaborate painted ceilings and antique furnishings.

  • The Law

    Dundee's extinct volcano formed around 400 million years ago rises 572 feet over the city. Believed to have served as a defensive fortress since 1200 B.C., today it offers breathtaking views from the top.

  • Discovery Point

    Perched on the River Tay, this award-winning museum is the home of the HMS Discovery, the ship that carried Scott and Shackleton to the Antarctic. Among the displays are authentic artifacts and state-of-the-art audio-visual exhibits.

  • Edinburgh

    The capital of Scotland is a thriving UNESCO World Heritage Site. Its amazingly preserved medieval Old Town and its lovely 18th century New Town are recognized as exceptional architectural wonders unrivalled in Europe.

  • St. Andrews

    Widely known as the "Home of Golf," this charming medieval town offers excellent shopping, art galleries and restaurants. Here you will find the Royal & Ancient Golf Club, one of the world's oldest golf clubs.

  • Scone Palace

    For 1,500 years this stately home has been the crowning place of the Kings of Scotland,including Macbeth and Robert The Bruce. Inside, you'll find an outstanding collection of antiques, paintings and rare artifacts.

  • Glamis Castle

    Winner of the Best Attraction Award for the UK in 2015, the castle harkens back to 1372 when Robert the Bruce awarded the land to the Bowes-Lyons, ancestors of Britain's Queen Mother.