Home of RRS 'Discovery’ famous Antarctic exploration vessel used by Captain Scott in 1901. Exhibitions include replicas of the triple expansion engine and boiler room.
Contacts
Operator: Dundee Heritage Trust
Address: Riverside Drive Dundee Angus DD1 4XA
- Telephone: 01382 309 060
- Email: .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
- Website: View website
Open Days & Times
Summer: Apr-Oct Mon-Sat 1000-1800, Sun from 1100. Winter: Nov-Mar Mon-Sat closes 1700, Sun from 1100. Visit website or facebook for more details and advance booking.
Travel
- By Bus: various
- By Rail: Dundee / 0.50 miles
Facilities
- Parking
- Refreshments
- Souvenir Shop
- Part disabled access
Through extensive galleries, video and film shows, interactives and artefacts, Discovery Point is a fascinating visitor attraction which appeals to all ages.
RRS 'Discovery' is listed on the UK Core Collections of important vessels drawn up by the National Historic Ships Committee, the only scientific vessel on the list.
