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Ready for something completely different? Visiting Dundee’s world-famous landmarks is a given. But what about the lesser-known attractions and activities you can enjoy in the city? Here are four you might not know about. 1. Icebreaker Icebreaker Comedy brings some of the best comedians in Scotland to Dundee, whether they want to or not! Every Saturday night the club takes over Henry’s Coffee House in the City Square and presents a showcase of award-winning and critically acclaimed comedians, from the up-and-coming to legends of the circuit. Icebreaker is known by revellers as a fantastic place of great value and top-notch comedians. (icebreakercomedy.co.uk) 2. Gallery Q DunDee Gallery Q Dundee is proud to be known
as one of Scotland’s leading art galleries with regularly changing exhibitions. Established in 1999, it represents a variety of carefully selected contemporary artists who create outstanding original paintings, ceramics, glass and jewellery. From household names to young emerging artists and makers, Gallery Q has a diverse mix of work for you to enjoy. (www.galleryq.co.uk) 3. DunDee MuseuM of TransporT This volunteer-run museum is dedicated to telling the fascinating story of Dundee’s trams, trains and ships across the years. It features ever-changing displays of cars and other vehicles, a replica of Dundee’s first flying machine, and a Chitty Chitty Bang Bang car. Vehicles from both local and national collections are on display. Plus, there’s a cafe and shop. (www.dmoft.co.uk) 4. averTIcal WorlD Open seven days a week, Avertical World is Tayside’s only dedicated indoor climbing centre, located near Dundee University and easily accessible by various modes of transport. The centre offers different climbing facilities (bouldering, top roping, and leading) for all ability levels. It also runs courses. (www.averticalworld.co.uk) How many of Dundee’s hidden gems have you found?
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