Eat & Stay - The Whitehall Theatre

Make the Most of Dundee

Planning on visiting The Whitehall Theatre to enjoy one of our many productions? Then, why not turn your theatre experience into a staycation and enjoy some of the many places of interest that Dundee has to offer?

Overview of Dundee

Scotland’s sunniest city, Dundee, is a dynamic and compact city that’s fast becoming a modern wonder. Not only is it a UNESCO City of Design, but it’s home to the V&A Dundee, the world’s only V&A museum outside of London.

This is a city with science, historic ships and museums, plenty of culture with arts centres and cool bars for grown-ups, as well as walking routes past interesting architecture. With its compact size and streets packed with all sorts of treasures, Dundee is an urban wanderer’s delight.

Whilst you’re here, why not uncover some of Dundee’s hidden gems and secret spots to learn more about this historic city? Or uncover some fantastic events and festivals that the whole family can get involved in throughout the year.

Where to Stay

With the River Tay directly in front of the hotel, a great stay is stretching out ahead for you at Premier Inn Dundee Centre. Just a five minute walk from the hustle and bustle of Dundee’s main shopping district, after a busy day discovering the delights of Dundee, you can return to the Premier Inn Dundee Centre for some delicious food at their Beefeater restaurant and a great night's sleep in an extra-comfy bed!

The Best Western Queens Hotel enjoys an enviable location, right in the heart of Dundee's vibrant West End culture quarter, home to the University of Dundee and the beautiful St Andrew's Cathedral, as well as an abundance of chic shops, bars and restaurants. Only 500 metres from the railway station and a short ten-minute taxi drive from Dundee Airport, The Best Western Queens Hotel proves a truly charming place to stay in Dundee. The Best Western offers the most relaxing of hotel stays, becoming the perfect place to return to for some good and hearty food after a busy day exploring Dundee!

In the heart of Dundee, Travelodge Dundee Central puts the Overgate mall, Caird Hall concert venue and stacks of shops and restaurants directly at your fingertips. All standard double rooms feature a comfy king size bed with four plump pillows and a cosy duvet. Guests can enjoy a wide variety of food and drink choices within easy walking distance from this hotel.

With rooms with free Wi-Fi, flat-panel TVs and coffeemakers, Hampton by Hilton Dundee, is just a short walk from Dundee’s exciting choice of shops and restaurants. Hotel facilities include a business centre, a fitness room and a 24-hour front desk, as well as a restaurant which serves a delicious hearty breakfast each morning!

Malmaison Hotel in Dundee is located right in the centre of the city, directly across the road from Dundee train station. Take your pick from 91 sumptuous rooms and suites spanning six fabulous floors. The stunning Victorian building offers fabulous facilities and amenities yet retains and respects original features as they were built in 1899, With a fabulous contemporary restaurant and a stylish cocktail bar, Malmaison has everything you need in a city centre hotel, as well as the softest of beds for sleepy heads. Handily located on Dundee's up-and-coming Waterfront along the River Tay, Malmaison is just a two-minute walk from Dundee Station and with viewing distance of Discovery Point and the V&A.

Sleeperz Hotel Dundee is a new 120-bed design-led hotel located directly above Dundee Railway Station, the gateway to the city. Guests can enjoy views over the nearby V&A Museum Dundee, the River Tay and onto the new Waterfront Plaza.

Piccollo

210 Perth Road, Dundee, DD1 4JY

Traditional Italian food with a twist, Picollo buys local produce daily, so our diners can enjoy the freshest delicious food. A small intimate restaurant, Piccolo is perfect for a romantic table for two, or a meal with friends or family!

Tartan Coffee House

53 Perth Road, Dundee, DD1 4HY

Tartan is an independently owned Coffee House set in the heart of Dundee’s bustling West End!

Mary’s Kitchen Tearoom

242/244 Perth Road, Dundee, DD1 4LL

A traditional tearoom and coffee shop, serving quality speciality coffee and a range of beautiful loose leaf teas, their Home Baked Cakes and Afternoon Teas are a must!
Pop in for breakfast, brunch, lunch and relax and enjoy delicious food with great company.

Dil’se Restaurant

99-101 Perth Road, DD1 4JA

A family restaurant, Dil’se has a modern and spacious interior, helping to create a unique atmosphere.
With an A La Carte Menu, hand crafted by the countries’ top chefs, Dil’se offers the very best in authentic Indian and Bangladeshi cuisine. Additionally, Dil’se also offers a fantastic Early Evening Menu too!

Beiderbeckes

167 Brook Street, Dundee, DD1 5BJ

Beiderbeckes Bistro offers an oasis of fine, but informal dining in the resurgent and regenerated Hawkhill area of Dundee. The range of fare on offer includes pastas, steaks, burgers and unique stir-fry meals for diners of all ages. For a pre-theatre treat or incomparable evening meal, soak up Beiderbeckes atmosphere…it really is footstompin’ly good!

Mas Mexicana

304 Perth Road, DD2 1AU

Mexican restaurant + bar serving mouth-watering street food and drinks in a laid back environment.

What to Do

An international centre of design, V&A Dundee presents the brilliance of Scottish creativity and the best of design from around the world. The first ever dedicated design museum in Scotland and the only other V&A museum anywhere in the world outside London, V&A Dundee provides a place of inspiration, discovery and learning through its mission to enrich lives through design. For the first time and in one place, V&A Dundee explores Scotland's design heritage – its past, present and future.

Home to some of the biggest names in fashion and food, shops and brands include Boots, Claires, Ernest Jones, H&M, JD Sports, Goldsmiths, Next, River Island, Superdry and many more, so you can literally shop until you drop! And, with a great choice of exciting restaurants, coffee shops and more, you can always re-charge your batteries so you can carry on and enjoy even more retail therapy!

Verdant Works is a world class visitor attraction which tells the story of Dundee’s industrial textile heritage in the atmospheric setting of a beautifully refurbished Mill building. Hear the tales of the mill workers, see how they lived and worked in an industry which enveloped Dundee. Explore this amazing building, see (and hear) the machines at work, and step back to a time where the Mills were the heart of Dundee.

Discovery Point is home to RRS Discovery. This award-winning visitor attraction tells the story of the iconic ship ‘Discovery’ from her beginnings in Dundee, her amazing Antarctic expedition with Captain Scott and her voyages and uses thereafter. Through extensive galleries, video and film shows, interactives and artefacts, Discovery Point is a fascinating visitor attraction which appeals to all ages. Discovery Point is a fully Accredited museum with Recognised collections of National Significance, has won numerous awards and is a 5-star accredited Visitor Attraction with VisitScotland.

Enjoy a fun family day out at Olympia, Dundee's state-of-the-art swimming and leisure centre! Thrill-seekers can try out the flumes with their special effect lighting, the Cannonball with its 3.8m drop into the water and then ride the Rapid River. Plus, with the 50m pool for those looking for a relaxing swim, the toddler pool with its fun interactive features, fully equipped fitness studio and cafe, there's something for every family member.

Fancy a fun family day out with lots of amazing animals? Camperdown Wildlife Centre is open all year round, with lots of happy animals that are looking forward to your visit. So come and explore Camperdown Wildlife Centre, within the beautiful Camperdown Country Park, just 15 minutes away from Dundee City Centre! With lots of great facilities, including a fantastic cafe and shop, you’re guaranteed a day out that the whole family will enjoy!