The Dundee Hideaway Guidebook

My Holiday Scotland
My Holiday Scotland
The Dundee Hideaway Guidebook

Neighbourhoods

Welcome to The Dundee Hideaway Welcome to The Dundee Hideaway our home away from home in the bustling city of Dundee. This welcome book is intended to help you get acquainted with the area and our holiday property. We've downloaded our 15 years of area knowledge for you to enjoy! Favourite days out, golf courses, bike trails, walks and more. Along with our area guide you'll also find everything you need to know about the property. At the Dundee Hideaway we have sought to equip our home to a high standard and to anticipate your needs by providing all the things you might want for a luxurious stay. Hair dryers, coffee machine and outdoor extra towels are provided as standard and a washing machine is available so that you don’t have to worry about luggage restrictions. Our philosophy You want to have a wonderful holiday and we want that for you too. We believe that when you are here this is your home for however long you are staying and that you will be relaxed, comfortable and happy. Welcome to our piece of city paradise!
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Dundee
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Welcome to The Dundee Hideaway Welcome to The Dundee Hideaway our home away from home in the bustling city of Dundee. This welcome book is intended to help you get acquainted with the area and our holiday property. We've downloaded our 15 years of area knowledge for you to enjoy! Favourite days out, golf courses, bike trails, walks and more. Along with our area guide you'll also find everything you need to know about the property. At the Dundee Hideaway we have sought to equip our home to a high standard and to anticipate your needs by providing all the things you might want for a luxurious stay. Hair dryers, coffee machine and outdoor extra towels are provided as standard and a washing machine is available so that you don’t have to worry about luggage restrictions. Our philosophy You want to have a wonderful holiday and we want that for you too. We believe that when you are here this is your home for however long you are staying and that you will be relaxed, comfortable and happy. Welcome to our piece of city paradise!

Sightseeing

Located on the historic waterfront of the city, the V&A Dundee is a newer addition to the city's design scene and is also Scotland's first museum dedicated solely to design. Delve into a world of design and creativity through permanent displays and ever-changing exhibitions which showcase the very best of design from across Scotland and around the world. Designed by internationally acclaimed Japanese architect, Kengo Kuma, the museum building itself is an incredible feat of innovation and design to marvel at, before you even set foot inside. The edgy and modern feel of the building was inspired by the dramatic cliffs that can be found along Scotland's east coast and was designed to reconnect the city with the historic riverside.
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V&A Dundee
1 Riverside Esplanade
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Located on the historic waterfront of the city, the V&A Dundee is a newer addition to the city's design scene and is also Scotland's first museum dedicated solely to design. Delve into a world of design and creativity through permanent displays and ever-changing exhibitions which showcase the very best of design from across Scotland and around the world. Designed by internationally acclaimed Japanese architect, Kengo Kuma, the museum building itself is an incredible feat of innovation and design to marvel at, before you even set foot inside. The edgy and modern feel of the building was inspired by the dramatic cliffs that can be found along Scotland's east coast and was designed to reconnect the city with the historic riverside.
Just outside Dundee city centre lies Broughty Ferry. Here you can visit Broughty Castle Museum and afterwards, enjoy a wander along the long stretch of sandy beach and a stroll along the high street. This strategic strong point on the Tay was built in 1490 to help defend Scotland's shores against the growing English navy. Head to the castle museum where you can learn more about the people, environment, history and wildlife of Broughty Ferry, from historic battles and sieges, to galleries of paintings and artworks, there's plenty to get stuck into. Head along Broughty Ferry Beach from just outside the castle which offers splendid views out to sea, and lush golden sands to wander along. Climb the grassy dunes which back the beach, build a sand castle or two, keep an eye out for dolphins playing in the water, or dip your toes in the crisp sea.
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Broughty Castle Museum
Castle Approach
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Just outside Dundee city centre lies Broughty Ferry. Here you can visit Broughty Castle Museum and afterwards, enjoy a wander along the long stretch of sandy beach and a stroll along the high street. This strategic strong point on the Tay was built in 1490 to help defend Scotland's shores against the growing English navy. Head to the castle museum where you can learn more about the people, environment, history and wildlife of Broughty Ferry, from historic battles and sieges, to galleries of paintings and artworks, there's plenty to get stuck into. Head along Broughty Ferry Beach from just outside the castle which offers splendid views out to sea, and lush golden sands to wander along. Climb the grassy dunes which back the beach, build a sand castle or two, keep an eye out for dolphins playing in the water, or dip your toes in the crisp sea.
What better way to start off your time in the city than by getting your bearings atop the Dundee Law? Walk, or drive, to the summit for unparalleled views over Dundee, the River Tay and beyond. The Law rises to a height of 174 metres and is the highest point in the city, but can be accessed on foot, by bus or car; and if you fancy a challenge, try the signposted walking trail "Town to Top" from Dundee City Square to the summit.
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Dundee Law
Law Road
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What better way to start off your time in the city than by getting your bearings atop the Dundee Law? Walk, or drive, to the summit for unparalleled views over Dundee, the River Tay and beyond. The Law rises to a height of 174 metres and is the highest point in the city, but can be accessed on foot, by bus or car; and if you fancy a challenge, try the signposted walking trail "Town to Top" from Dundee City Square to the summit.
Did you know that Scotland is home to an array of museums and galleries that are all free to enter? The McManus Art Gallery & Museum is one! This Victorian, Gothic building boasts an incredible display of artefacts, exhibitions and more that combines the city's history, culture and fascinating past for you to explore. From the city's jute, jam and journalism era and industrial times, to fine art paintings, journey through 400 million years to witness how a small town grew into the bustling city we know today. Whilst you are browsing the History Hall, don't forget to look up! Dangling from the ceiling you can see the entire preserved skeleton of a humpback whale who once made an appearance in the River Tay in 1883. In addition to the permanent displays, browse the ever-changing programme of exhibitions and events that are held year-round, including workshops, talks and tours.
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The McManus: Dundee's Art Gallery & Museum
Meadowside
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Did you know that Scotland is home to an array of museums and galleries that are all free to enter? The McManus Art Gallery & Museum is one! This Victorian, Gothic building boasts an incredible display of artefacts, exhibitions and more that combines the city's history, culture and fascinating past for you to explore. From the city's jute, jam and journalism era and industrial times, to fine art paintings, journey through 400 million years to witness how a small town grew into the bustling city we know today. Whilst you are browsing the History Hall, don't forget to look up! Dangling from the ceiling you can see the entire preserved skeleton of a humpback whale who once made an appearance in the River Tay in 1883. In addition to the permanent displays, browse the ever-changing programme of exhibitions and events that are held year-round, including workshops, talks and tours.
Located just 30 seconds from the hideaway at the centre of Dundee, Foxlake Dundee hosts a number of exciting activities for all ages. Scotland's biggest Aqua Park, Wakeboarding and more.
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Foxlake Dundee
West Victoria Dock Road
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Located just 30 seconds from the hideaway at the centre of Dundee, Foxlake Dundee hosts a number of exciting activities for all ages. Scotland's biggest Aqua Park, Wakeboarding and more.
The Fife Coastal Path is Scotland's longest continuous coastal path at 117 miles and is one of Scotland's Great Trails. Offering an unrivalled walking experience, this should be on the bucket list of any outdoor enthusiast.
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Fife Coastal Path
Path
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The Fife Coastal Path is Scotland's longest continuous coastal path at 117 miles and is one of Scotland's Great Trails. Offering an unrivalled walking experience, this should be on the bucket list of any outdoor enthusiast.
Famously known as the home of golf, and home to Scotland’s oldest university, Saint Andrews is a wonderful historic seaside destination. St Andrews is a golfer's paradise. Play here and walk in the footsteps of legends for a truly memorable experience. The Open Championship is regularly played on the iconic Old Course and a visit to the British Golf Museum shares over 500 years of golfing history. If you enjoy walking, the Fife Pilgrim Way (64 miles) follows the route pilgrims would have taken finishing in the town. If you like the great outdoors the beach at the West Sands is a great place to visit. Featured in the film Chariots of Fire, it sweeps along the coastline, close to the famous Old Course. The town also has some gorgeous, independent, family-run businesses and there are plenty of delightful cafes and restaurants to enjoy during your visit.
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St Andrews
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Famously known as the home of golf, and home to Scotland’s oldest university, Saint Andrews is a wonderful historic seaside destination. St Andrews is a golfer's paradise. Play here and walk in the footsteps of legends for a truly memorable experience. The Open Championship is regularly played on the iconic Old Course and a visit to the British Golf Museum shares over 500 years of golfing history. If you enjoy walking, the Fife Pilgrim Way (64 miles) follows the route pilgrims would have taken finishing in the town. If you like the great outdoors the beach at the West Sands is a great place to visit. Featured in the film Chariots of Fire, it sweeps along the coastline, close to the famous Old Course. The town also has some gorgeous, independent, family-run businesses and there are plenty of delightful cafes and restaurants to enjoy during your visit.
Falkland Palace was the Stuart monarch’s country residence for 200 years, and a favourite place of Mary, Queen of Scots. Located in the heart of this pretty conservation village, set in stunning gardens, this partly restored Renaissance palace is the perfect place to while away an afternoon. Falkland Palace is also home to the oldest Real or Royal tennis court in Britain, built for King James the V.
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Falkland Palace & Garden
East Port
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Falkland Palace was the Stuart monarch’s country residence for 200 years, and a favourite place of Mary, Queen of Scots. Located in the heart of this pretty conservation village, set in stunning gardens, this partly restored Renaissance palace is the perfect place to while away an afternoon. Falkland Palace is also home to the oldest Real or Royal tennis court in Britain, built for King James the V.
Bespoke kayak tours on lochs, rivers and sea across Central Scotland (Perth & Kinross, Dundee, Angus, Fife).
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Outdoor Explore
Balmoral Road
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Bespoke kayak tours on lochs, rivers and sea across Central Scotland (Perth & Kinross, Dundee, Angus, Fife).
Tentsmuir Forest and National Nature Reserve is between Leuchars and Tayport in northeast Fife. Explore on foot, by bike or on horseback!! The trails are ideal for walking, family cycling or horse riding and if you're lucky you may see squirrels in the trees and seals basking on the sand.
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Tentsmuir Forest
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Tentsmuir Forest and National Nature Reserve is between Leuchars and Tayport in northeast Fife. Explore on foot, by bike or on horseback!! The trails are ideal for walking, family cycling or horse riding and if you're lucky you may see squirrels in the trees and seals basking on the sand.

Food scene

Lindores Abbey Distillery - For the whisky lover it is a pilgrimage - Lindores Abbey has widely recognised links to the earliest reference to Scotch whisky, and after 500 years you can see single malt distillation happening once again. Lindores Abbey Distillery and visitor centre opened its doors in August 2017, and includes an innovative distillery and a centre celebrating the remarkable heritage of Lindores Abbey’s founding Tironensian monks via a stunning cloister exhibition and events space. Take a tour, get 'hands on' making your own Aqua Vitae, or why not enjoy a special whisky tea.
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Lindores Abbey Distillery
Abbey Road
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Lindores Abbey Distillery - For the whisky lover it is a pilgrimage - Lindores Abbey has widely recognised links to the earliest reference to Scotch whisky, and after 500 years you can see single malt distillation happening once again. Lindores Abbey Distillery and visitor centre opened its doors in August 2017, and includes an innovative distillery and a centre celebrating the remarkable heritage of Lindores Abbey’s founding Tironensian monks via a stunning cloister exhibition and events space. Take a tour, get 'hands on' making your own Aqua Vitae, or why not enjoy a special whisky tea.
Kingsbarns Distillery and Visitor Centre in the beautiful East Neuk of Fife opened its doors in December 2014. The distillery is situated between St. Andrews and Crail, close to the world famous Kingsbarns championship golf course. The historic and charming East Newhall Farm steadings situated on Cambo Estate were carefully restored and converted into a small distillery with exhibition, tasting rooms, shop and café. Kingsbarns Distillery is also the home of Darnley’s Gin. Tours of the Gin Cottage are available daily with the chance to learn the history of gin as well as the process. At the end of the tour you will have the chance to taste all three of the Darnley’s Gins. The visitor centre offers a range of different tours and tastings from the Wemyss Malts collection of Scotch whiskies and Darnley's Gin.
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Kingsbarns Distillery and Visitor Centre
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Kingsbarns Distillery and Visitor Centre in the beautiful East Neuk of Fife opened its doors in December 2014. The distillery is situated between St. Andrews and Crail, close to the world famous Kingsbarns championship golf course. The historic and charming East Newhall Farm steadings situated on Cambo Estate were carefully restored and converted into a small distillery with exhibition, tasting rooms, shop and café. Kingsbarns Distillery is also the home of Darnley’s Gin. Tours of the Gin Cottage are available daily with the chance to learn the history of gin as well as the process. At the end of the tour you will have the chance to taste all three of the Darnley’s Gins. The visitor centre offers a range of different tours and tastings from the Wemyss Malts collection of Scotch whiskies and Darnley's Gin.
Futtle is an organic, coastal farmhouse brewery and taproom housing Triassic Tusk Record shop. Curated selection of natural wines, rare whiskies and organic beers to sit in or take out. Regular gigs and arts events.
East Neuk Organic Brewing & Distilling
Futtle is an organic, coastal farmhouse brewery and taproom housing Triassic Tusk Record shop. Curated selection of natural wines, rare whiskies and organic beers to sit in or take out. Regular gigs and arts events.