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Please note there is currently no access to the Discovery Dome. We apologise for any inconvenience

DISCOVERY POINT

Climb aboard the Royal Research Ship Discovery

Embark on an intrepid voyage through time at Discovery Point, the perfect destination for adventurers of all ages. Explore the pioneering Royal Research Ship Discovery and uncover the stories of her illustrious past, from her beginnings in the shipyards of Dundee and her legendary Antarctic expedition of 1901 under Captain Scott, to her many adventures beyond. Step aboard and immerse yourself in the journey of Discovery!

On the left half of the image, blue gradient. On the right, a suspended model of Earth, with a layered wooden backdrop.

VISITOR NOTICE

Discovery Dome

Please note there is currently no access to the Discovery Dome. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause and thank you for your understanding.

Plan Your Visit To Discovery Point

Adult: £17.00
Child (5-16 years): £9.50
Concession: £13.00
Family: £46.50
Carer (accompanying someone they care for): Free

Save when you visit Discovery Point and Verdant Works Museum in the same year with our joint pass!

Adult: £24.50
Child (5-16 years): £9.50
Under 5’s: Free
Concession: £20.50
Family: £58.00
Carer (accompanying someone they care for): Free

Summer: 1st April – 31st October

Mon – Sat: 10am – 5pm
Sun: 11am – 5pm

Last entry 1 hour before closure

Winter: 1st November – 31st March

Mon – Sat: 10am – 4pm
Sun: 11am – 4pm

Last entry 1 hour before closure. We are closed on 24, 25, 26, 31 December as well as 1 & 2 January.

Discovery Point, Discovery Quay, Dundee, DD1 4XA

FAQs

We recommend allowing at least 1.5 hours for a visit. Admission comes as an annual pass, allowing unlimited repeat visits for 12 months – so visit as many times as you like!

Concession rate is available for students, visitors aged 65+, and disabled badge holders.

Our Discovery Dome experience runs twice each hour. You can either book your timeslot in advance, or if you are paying on arrival at Discovery Point, our friendly visitor services team will assist you.

We do not have a cafe, though there are lots of wonderful cafes close-by, including at our sister venue, Verdant Works Museum.

Most of the museum is accessible. The Royal Research Ship Discovery is not fully accessible due to its historic build; however, we have an alternative viewing booth option for visitors who cannot access the ship. View our full accessibility guide.

Shackleton’s Memorial Cross

Support Us

Shackleton’s Memorial Cross

We’re honoured to soon welcome the Hope Cross – from the memorial cairn to Sir Ernest Shackleton in South Georgia – to Discovery Point, in order that it may be cared for and displayed for enthusiasts from all over the world to pay their respects.

We aim to raise £10,000 to build a fitting display to honour one of the world’s most revered Polar explorers. Just as his Quest crew members did when they constructed the cairn and Cross in 1922, each donation allows you to pay your respects to Sir Ernest Shackleton.

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Explore Discovery Point

ROYAL RESEARCH SHIP DISCOVERY

The Story of RRS Discovery

The Royal Research Ship Discovery’s legacy spans over 120 years. Having travelled all over the globe, the ship returned to its home of Dundee in 1986 and has since been cared for by Dundee Heritage Trust. Get a glimpse into her remarkable ongoing story.

1901-1904

British National Antarctic Expedition

Discover how this ground breaking expedition to Antarctica on the first British commissioned scientific research ship came about. Learn about the crew and the remarkable findings.

1905-1923

The Forgotten Years

Costs of the 1901 Expedition meant SY Discovery was sold to a private company. Find out how she was then sent into war service during the First World War.