Dundee may be small in scale, but its rich creative scene is full of local treasures that we keep discovering – venues, sights and hangout spots. Take a look at our updated and crowdsourced 99 Things to See and Do in Dundee guide of the city, it is bursting with incredible and inspiring places to be experienced.
One amazing Dundee spot, Urban Quarters, offers four luxury apartments on South Tay Street, each named after a famous and influential Dundonian from the past – Mary Ann Baxter, James Valentine, Patrick Geddes and Anna Thompson Dodge. They are keen to support the creative sector in the city, and have joined Amps – our collaborative network – as a City Supporter.
Now, as we launch the updated guide, we are delighted that Urban Quarters is offering one complimentary two night stay for a lucky winner in one of their luxurious flats! Having recently visited the well-designed apartments we agree that that they really are impressive and do feel like a home from home.
Right in the cultural heart of the city, Urban Quarters is just a couple of minutes walk from DCA, The Rep, independent shops, cafes, bars and restaurants, many of which can be found in 99 Things to See and Do!
On this collaboration Lynne Henderson, Founder of Urban Quarters says: ”We have been hugely inspired by the buzz of creative energy being generated in the city right now, so to be given the chance to support Creative Dundee, by becoming an Amps City Supporter was a welcomed opportunity for us. It seems fitting to kick off this new collaboration by offering fellow creators the chance to sample what it actually means to stay at UQ. We’re pretty sure you’ll love it!”
To win this brilliant prize of a two night stay at Urban Quarters, all you have to do is post a photo on social media, either Facebook (remember to make it public/searchable!), Twitter or Instagram:
Using the hashtag #dundeeguide, what are your favourite Dundee spots from the updated ’99 Things to See and Do’ guide of the city?
You can download 99 Things to See and Do in Dundee here. The most creative response, as judged by the Creative Dundee and Urban Quarters team, will be selected from all the received #dundeeguide posts by 12 noon on Friday 4 August 2017, so do get sharing your thoughts/images! The winner will be notified by Wednesday 9 August 2017.
Please note that the winner will be the person who has entered the competition – this is not exchangeable.
Read more about Urban Quarters here and keep up to date with them on Facebook and Twitter: @urban_quarters.
Check out 99 Things to See and Do in Dundee here.
If you would like to make Dundee’s creative scene even better, support Amps.
Check out the #dundeeguide entries so far:
#dundeeguide pic.twitter.com/vlPeyIvBtk
— Graeme hutton (@GraemeHutton196) August 4, 2017
Love stopping at the penguins in town. 🐧 #77a @creative_dundee @urban_quarters #dundeeguide #lovedundee #designer #Dundee #penguins pic.twitter.com/DXXWNaHSnk
— Louise Kirby (@KirbyRecipes) August 3, 2017
#dundeeguide Walk long the Tay between the bridges, different every time. pic.twitter.com/ojJRf5pM3c
— Emma Fraser (@nochless) August 2, 2017
Wonderful find within my old uni campus that I didn’t know existed! Loads of cool artefacts inside this tiny museum that is only open for 2 hours on a Friday when there are no University classes! . . . . #darcythompson #museum #dundee #dundeeuni #dundeelifestyle #scottishbloggers #dundeebloggers #zoology #animals #skeletons #preserved #dundeeguide
Favourite spots of Dundee all around the city centre ☀️🏛🏫 #dundeeguide #cairdhall #mcmanus #sundee #architecture #tour pic.twitter.com/sGAdoFtUJY
— Jenna Cook (@jcookdesigns) July 31, 2017
I love taking a wander up Balgay hill and taking in the city from above. #dundeeguide pic.twitter.com/vlU5VfqldM
— Ross Crawford (@rosscrawford1) July 28, 2017
The view above Draffens- shush! #dundeeguide @Creative_Dundee pic.twitter.com/EamaKyiAlt
— Ian Dow (@dow_ian) July 28, 2017
@Creative_Dundee Slessor Gardens = my favourite place. You can read, enjoy the flowers, watch passes by, play & go to gigs! #dundeeguide #76 pic.twitter.com/NF8CTRj7y4
— Katie-Anne Jowett (@K_Jowett) July 29, 2017
.@Creative_Dundee This is Carnoustie beach. My top tip you can visit 3 beaches in 1 day on the 73 bus 🚎#dundeeguide pic.twitter.com/NzUkHiIFMu
— Jennie Patterson (@jennie_patt) July 29, 2017
Have lived in Dundee all of my life but still love exploring the City. Picked up ’99 Things to See & Do in Dundee’ so will be ‘Seeing & Doing’ as many as I possibly can #dundeeguide #dundee #dundeecity #dundeescotland #99thingstoseeanddoindundee #dundeecityguide #scotland #verdantworks #verdantworksdundee #history #dundeehistory #jute #textile #jutemill #creativedundee #dundeespast #industrial #madeindundee #onemill #manystories #photography #pixijophotography #exploredundee #onecitymanydiscoveries #Photo #dundeephotographer #dundeepics
#fmspad • Day 27 • Tiny Details • I love the tiny details which have gone into this beautifully restored bandstand. Isn’t it just gorgeous ✨ • • #fmspad #fms_tinydetails #fmsphotoaday #littlemomentsapp #beautifulmemories #momentsofmine #flashofdelight #livesimple #darlingmoment #dundee #visitdundee #visitscotland #scotspirit #dundee2023 #dundeeguide #magdalengreenbandstand
#beerflight #holidayathome #dundeeguide
One of our favourite places to hang out in Dundee, my son Luca loves the Lemmings and the mini bandstand. @urban_quarters #dundeeguide #urbanquarters #dundee #lemmings #art #sculpture #westend #baby #cute #statue #perthroaddundee #videogames #videogameart #lemming
✨ #dundee #discovery #pretty #scenery #dundeeguide #scotland
My absolute favourite place to be in #Dundee is @DCAdundee a fantastic cinema, gallery & print studio, an amazing place to be 🎥 #dundeeguide pic.twitter.com/iRkU87hp3h
— Alice Carnegie (@AlloluneAlice) July 26, 2017
If I could enter the #dundeeguide competition, I’d say one of my favorite spots in Dundee the @DCAdundee cinema! https://t.co/foU5LT37FL pic.twitter.com/JDSQjvTdLY
— Sam Gonçalves (@SidlingBears) July 26, 2017
One of my fav #dundeeguide city centre points (shame I can’t win the comp, but you can!): North + South https://t.co/r73Ejb5xTO @dundeecity pic.twitter.com/NO3R7xzEcs
— Gillian Easson (@GillianEasson) July 25, 2017
One of the coolest looking buildings in #Dundee! @Creative_Dundee #dundeeguide @McManusDundee #mcmanus #stars #startrails pic.twitter.com/40vA7Yxe8S
— Jamie Whyte (@FoxHoundPhoto) July 25, 2017
My favourite place in Dundee is Magdalen Green on a sunny day, particularly for WestFest. Good memories and that view 😍 #dundeeguide pic.twitter.com/hJzCh353P3
— Bryoney (@ModernGirlBry) July 24, 2017
Have lived in Dundee all of my life but still love exploring the City. Picked up ’99 Things to See & Do in Dundee’ so will be ‘Seeing & Doing’ as many as I possibly can #dundeeguide #dundee #dundeecity #dundeescotland #99thingstoseeanddoindundee #dundeecityguide #scotland #verdantworks #verdantworksdundee #history #dundeehistory #jute #textile #jutemill #creativedundee #dundeespast #industrial #madeindundee #onemill #manystories #photography #pixijophotography #exploredundee #onecitymanydiscoveries #Photo #dundeephotographer #dundeepics
@Creative_Dundee One of my favourite spots in Dundee has to be the setting for @FrigateUnicorn at City Quay. So much to see! #dundeeguide pic.twitter.com/z34WLwFUfr
— Dylan Drummond (@sonofthesea8) July 24, 2017
#dundeeguide viewing the local sculptures! :) pic.twitter.com/hN0tR0RwIr
— Emily Faye Designs (@Maldivesz) May 27, 2017