Top 5 Romantic Activities for Couples in Dundee

With its location on the Tay Estuary on Scotland’s beautiful east coast, Dundee is one of the best destinations for romantic escapes. A UNESCO City of Design, this historical and cultural heartland is renowned for its innovation – from its sweet Dundee Marmalade to its ship building heritage and tech production. One of the most industrially diverse and geographically beautiful places to visit in the UK, it is especially perfect for romantic getaways and proposes a wealth of couples activities to enjoy moments of togetherness.

Whether you are seeking historical exploration, some urban inspiration, or a taste of the wild, here are just some of the most romantic activities for couples in Dundee for you to consider…

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Wine and Dine

We all know that food is the quickest way to the heart, so what better way to savour time with your beloved than over a delicious dining experience? Fortunately, you can find the culinary key to romantic date nights in Dundee at our two dining areas: The Scullery and The Cairn O’Mount Bar. Offering the perfect place to turn for dishes unrivalled in their freshness, seasonality and, of course, flavour, each one can be found onsite and open throughout the year.

Raise a toast to two in The Scullery restaurant, located in the heart of our resort. Backdropped by stunning waterside views, our menus showcase the finest local ingredients and are regularly updated to reflect the best of Scottish dining. After a day enjoying the best activities for couples in Dundee, the Cairn O’Mount Bar beckons with comfy Chesterfields, crackling fires, casual dining, and a bar stocked full of your favourite tipples.

Broughty Castle with crenelated towers, narrow windows, and a flagpole flying a blue and white flag, surrounded by a grassy lawn under an overcast sky.

Walk through Time

Dundee is famous for its rich history. While the first official records of the city as a burgh date back to the 12th century, it’s believed that people have inhabited the area for even longer – perhaps even thousands of years. If you are hoping to walk through time with your favourite person, there are few places more intriguing than this coastal hub.

To get started, a wander around both the medieval Claypotts Castle and historic Broughty Castle Museum afford invaluable glimpses into the lives and times of yesteryears. For one of the best activities for couples in Dundee, arrive early and take your time to explore at leisure and wander through the city’s chapters together.

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Enjoy Nature

Scotland is one of the most famous places on earth for its stunning landscapes shaped by snow-capped munros, glacial lakes, and wild coast. Fortunately, at Forbes of Kingennie, we couldn’t be better placed for outdoor activities for couples looking to soak up time in nature. To immerse yourself in fresh air and beautiful scenery, simply step outside the front door of your luxury self-catering accommodation and make the most of our sprawling rural grounds.

Heading further afield, Broughty Ferry Beach is an idyllic place to stroll hand in hand between dune and sea, while the pathways of Dundee Botanic Garden weave through 9.5 hectares of south-facing paradise. 10 minutes from Forbes, Monikie Country Park provides great walking opportunities in winter, and paddleboarding and picnicking in summer. Elsewhere, Camperdown Wildlife Centre and Tentsmuir National Nature Reserve appeal to the wildlife lovers.

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Sightsee

For loved-up duos looking to head out and about and sightsee together, an abundance of sites and sights await. One of the top romantic things to do in Dundee, a walk to the top of Dundee Law is undoubtedly one for the bucketlist. Created 400 million years ago by cooling molten rock, this natural landmark rises to over 500ft above sea level and reveals sweeping views of the city and coast. For a different perspective, a walk from the award-winning Discovery Point (home to the RRS Discovery) and along the Tay Rail Bridge offers insight into both the area’s rich maritime history and stunning river views.

To pursue cultural exploration together, the Gothic-revival MacManus Art Gallery features a range of thought-provoking exhibitions. If modern art is more your thing, you can also visit Dundee Contemporary Arts. Perfect for creative couples, it boasts two art galleries, learning spaces, a cinema, print studio, shop and a café-bar. Another time, a trip to the V&A design museum on Dundee’s revitalised waterfront is a must. Admire its architectural and artistic marvels and connect with your partner-in-life over world-class design, uncovering the interactive displays and sharing your thoughts on your favourite pieces.

Silhouette of a couple standing on a hill, gazing at a star-filled night sky with the Milky Way stretching across the horizon in a stunning cosmic display.

Located on Scotland’s east coast, Dundee is one of the top places in Scotland for stargazing. For one of the most romantic activities for couples, bundle up in your cosiest layers and head out to a quiet spot to watch the night sky, keeping your eyes peeled for constellations, comets and, on extra special nights, the aurora. Make the most of Forbes’ rural location and minimal light pollution to gaze up at the stars, or for a novel twist, make way to Mills Observatory on the summit of Balgay Hill. The UK’s first purpose-built observatory that’s open to the public, it features a fascinating planetarium, astronomy displays, telescopes and more.

Stay at Forbes

Escape on a romantic retreat with your beloved at Forbes of Kingennie. From waking up to breath-taking sunrises mirrored on glassy ponds to days filled with adventure and nights of fireside relaxation, there’s no finer place to be. Book a stay in one of our luxury pods or shepherds huts and look forward to a dream escape, ready for a magical break in Dundee. For an extra special occasion, you can also take a look at our engagement party packages to celebrate saying ‘yes’ in style.