The McManus: Dundee's Art Gallery and Museum is located in Albert Square and contains eight galleries which progress through 400 million years of history. Visitors can witness how a small settlement on the banks of the River Tay developed into the City of Dundee that you see today.

In addition to permanent exhibits there are regular temporary exibits - details can be found on the McManus website

open daily - free entry

Launched in 1824 HMS Unicorn is the third oldest ship in the world still afloat. She is Scotland’s only preserved warship and is the most completely original ship in the entire world to have survived from the golden age of sail.

Now a historic ship and visitor centre she provides the unique experience of life on board a 19th century Frigate. Come and explore all 4 decks of history aboard this original, and nearly 200 year old, historic ship and museum. This authentic and interactive experience of life on board a 46-gun frigate is a fun day out for all the family.

RRS Discovery: A ship designed for adventure, is a barque-rigged auxiliary steamship built for Antarctic research, and launched in 1901. She was the last traditional wooden three-masted ship to be built in the United Kingdom.

This award winning attraction tells the story of the iconic ship "Discovery" from her beginnings in Dundee, the amazing Antarctic expedition with Captain Scott and her voyages thereafter. Through the extensive galleries, video and film displays you'll learn so much about the history that sailed with this vessel.