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Dundee

Scotland, United Kingdom · Europe

About Dundee

Dundee is worth a stop: 10 minutes from Newport-on-Tay, 16km from Glamis Castle.

Dundee is a city located in Scotland, United Kingdom. With a population of 148,210, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, Dundee sits in United Kingdom, where you drive on the left. It's in the Europe/London time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Dundee to your route.

About Dundee

Hilltown (or informally, The Hilltown, Scots pronunciation: [ðə ˈhɪɫ ˌtun]) in Dundee, Scotland, is a mainly residential area to the north of the City Centre and lying to the south of the main circular road.

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Where is Dundee located?

Dundee is located in Scotland, United Kingdom, Europe. The coordinates are 56.4691 latitude, -2.9749 longitude.

What is the population of Dundee?

Dundee has a population of approximately 148,210 people, making it a city in United Kingdom.

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Quick Information

Population
148,210
Continent
Europe
Country
United Kingdom
Region
Scotland
Timezone
Europe/London
Coordinates
56.4691, -2.9749

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in United Kingdom

Police
999
Ambulance
999
Fire
999
Non-emergency police
101
Driving side
left

112 also works. NHS non-emergency medical advice: 111. National Highways breakdown assistance on motorways: 0300 123 5000.

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Worth the detour from Dundee

8 notable places within an hour's drive.

castle

Glamis Castle

The childhood home of Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother, steeped in legend and set in the scenic Angus region of Scotland.

16 km · about 30 min drive

landmark

St Andrews

Historic university town and home of golf, with a ruined cathedral, medieval castle and the world-famous Old Course links.

18 km · about 20 min drive

restaurant

Anstruther Fish Bar

Multiple UK Fish and Chip Shop of the Year winner on the harbourfront of the East Neuk's prettiest fishing town, frying haddock landed along the Fife coast. Eat on the sea wall watching the boats.

32 km · about 35 min drive

racetrack

Knockhill Racing Circuit

Scotland's national motorsport centre, a compact but thrilling circuit with sharp elevation changes near Dunfermline.

50 km · about 60 min drive

mountain pass

Cairnwell Pass

The highest main road in Britain at 670m, where the A93 crosses the Grampians at Glenshee between Braemar and the ski centre. The famously steep Devil's Elbow hairpins lie just below the summit.

53 km · about 60 min drive

landmark

Forth Bridge

UNESCO-listed Victorian cantilever railway bridge spanning the Firth of Forth, a masterwork of 19th-century engineering in 54,000 tonnes of steel.

58 km · about 65 min drive

cafe

The Bikers Cove

A waterfront biker cafe in South Queensferry beneath the iconic Forth bridges, offering stunning views and a warm welcome to riders.

59 km · about 70 min drive

historic highway

The Royal Mile

Edinburgh's historic spine of cobbled streets and closes linking the castle to Holyrood Palace, lined with landmarks.

59 km · about 70 min drive

Driving roads near Dundee

  • 53 kmCairnwell PassThe highest main road in Britain at 670m, where the A93 crosses the Grampians at Glenshee between Braemar and the ski centre. The famously steep Devil's Elbow hairpins lie just below the summit.
  • 59 kmThe Royal MileEdinburgh's historic spine of cobbled streets and closes linking the castle to Holyrood Palace, lined with landmarks.
  • 59 kmCalton HillAn accessible hilltop crowned with neoclassical monuments, giving the classic skyline view of Edinburgh at sunset.
  • 59 kmQueensferry CrossingThe world's longest three-tower cable-stayed bridge, opened in 2017, carrying the M90 high over the Firth of Forth alongside its famous Victorian and 1960s neighbours: three centuries of bridges in one view.
  • 60 kmArthur's Seat, EdinburghAncient volcanic peak rising 251 metres in the heart of Edinburgh, offering panoramic city views from its dramatic summit.

Driving in United Kingdom

Drives on
the left
Petrol
~€1.73/litre
Motorway tolls
None

When to drive here

May to September

Far northern latitude: short daylight hours outside summer make long drives harder.

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