V&A Dundee
Scotland's first design museum, designed by Kengo Kuma. Its cantilevered building resembles a sea cliff and is a highlight in itself, and the main galleries are free.
The museum opened in 2018 on the banks of the River Tay. Its facade of stacked concrete panels imitates Scotland's sea cliffs. The permanent display covers the history of Scottish design, including a reconstruction of Charles Rennie Mackintosh's Oak Room tearoom. Permanent galleries are free, while special exhibitions charge admission. Moored beside the museum is RRS Discovery, the ship used by Captain Scott's Antarctic expedition. It is about 30 minutes by bus from St Andrews and pairs well with a half-day trip.
Opening hours
10:00–17:00
Nearby sights
- Tentsmuir Forest
- West Sands
- Swilcan Bridge
- Old Course, St Andrews
- R&A World Golf Museum
- St Andrews Botanic Garden
- St Andrews Aquarium
- West Port