Dundee City Breaks - Arts & Culture

There are some superb arts and culture venues to enjoy on a Dundee city break, including thriving theatre productions and cutting-edge contemporary arts. Our top tips for arts and culture lovers are given below. 

Dundee Rep Theatre
A thriving artistic community made up of 3 major elements including Dundee Rep Ensemble - the only full-time company of actors in Scotland - Scotland's principal contemporary dance company and a hugely successful and far-reaching Creative Learning team, Dundee Rep is a unique organisation in the UK. See what's going on here. Visit the Dundee Rep Theatre website.

DCA (Dundee Contemporary Arts)
An internationally renowned centre for contemporary arts, DCA has five floors of galleries, cinemas, artists facilities, education resources, the University of Dundee visual research centre and a hugely popular Cafe Bar. It's also the focal point for an expanding and successful regional cultural and creative industry sector.Visit the website of Dundee Contemporary Arts.

Duncan of Jordanstone College of Art Annual Degree Show
Held every May, this is the showcase of young and emerging talent at this most prestigious of Art Colleges. See the next big thing and maybe even buy a piece or two.

Broughty Castle Museum
Guarding the mouth of the river Tay, Broughty Castle has kept watch since 1496. Facing many sieges and battles, the Broughty Castle Museum documents its history and houses fascinating displays on the life and times of Broughty Ferry, its people, the environment and the wildlife that live close by. Visit the Broughty Castle website.