Dundee Science Centre

Dundee Science Centre

Overview

Dundee Science Centre where ideas spark and conversations matter.
Let's create something extraordinary.

Host your next event in a space built for innovation, connection and inspiration – right in the heart of Dundee.

For 25 years Dundee Science Centre has been more than a venue – it’s a place where ideas are sparked, stories are shared, and every gathering feels like part of something bigger. As both a leading visitor attraction and a registered charity, we bring people together in meaningful, memorable ways and we’re opening our doors wider than ever – inviting you to host your corporate event within our unique backdrop and immersive experience for a truly unforgettable delegate experience. 

Whether you’re hosting a workshop, a product launch, a team-building session or an annual conference, our city-centre location offers convenience, flexibility and a distinctive atmosphere that sets your event apart. And easy transport links and on-site parking make it even easier to welcome your guests.  View our information pack  (pdf).

How to find us

The Venue

  • Interior view of Inspire meeting room with boardroom table and chairs

    Inspire

    Theatre Capacity 100
    Info Seminar room perfect for presentations, showcases or briefings
    Natural Daylight No
  • Interior view of Innovate room with boardroom layout

    Innovate

    Theatre Capacity 35
    Info Ideal for workshops or roundtable discussions
    Natural Daylight No
  • Interior view of Auditorium room with theatre style seating

    Auditorium

    Theatre Capacity 50
    Info A striking circular space
    Natural Daylight No
  • Interior view of Prism area with theatre style seating

    Prism

    Theatre Capacity 120
    Info Open-plan atrium ideal for high-impact events and celebrations
    Natural Daylight Yes

Inspire

Room Capacity
Theatre 100
Classroom 70
Boardroom 40
Dinner 60
Cabaret 48

Innovate

Room Capacity
Theatre 35
Classroom 20
Boardroom 15
Cabaret 18

Auditorium

Room Capacity
Theatre 50
Boardroom 30
Cabaret 30

Prism

Room Capacity
Theatre 120
Dinner 60
Cabaret 60

Welcome to Dundee Science Centre

Our team is here to deliver a professional, seamless experience – but what makes Dundee Science Centre truly unique is the opportunity to align your event with something meaningful.

By hosting your event with us, you’re also helping to make STEM accessible for all. As a charity, every booking helps fund vital community outreach, school engagement and inclusive education initiatives that empower the next generation.

Our corporate event packages include flexible options for:

  • Team-building events
  • Conferences and Conventions
  • Meeting rooms and full-venue hire
  • Lectures, product launches, staff days and receptions.
  • Bespoke experience packages

We also offer guests the option to connect with our interactive exhibitions, unwind in our welcoming café or relax in our outdoor seating area. The venue is equipped with centre-wide free Wi-Fi, and we pride ourselves on ensuring accessibility for all throughout your visit.

Our commitment to accessibility

Dundee Science Centre facilities and displays have been designed with ease of disability access in mind. We have worked closely with an assisted needs advisory panel to make our centre as accessible as possible.

Our commitment to sustainability

Dundee Science Centre (DSC) is committed to be a champion for sustainable operating in all areas of the organisation to complement our existing policies. Sustainability is a consideration in every part of our planning and delivery for lifelong learning both in the Centre and in the community.

We are proud receive the Green Tourism Gold award.

 

Green Tourism Gold logo

Our commitment to inclusion

We are proud to be a Scottish Living Wage Employer

Living Wage Employer logo

Parking and EV charging

  • Accessible Parking - There are 4 Blue Badge parking bays within the car park
  • On-site Parking - Front of rear of building, pay and display managed by Dundee City Council.

For parking and EV charging nearby visit parking charges and locations

Distance to travel amenities

  • Dundee Airport - 2.5 miles (4 km) by car
  • Dundee Railway Station - 0.3 miles (482 metres) by foot
  • Dundee Bus Station - 0.6 miles (1 km) by foot
  • Exterior view of Dundee Science Centre
  • Exterior view of Dundee Science Centre
  • Interior view of Cafe Create
  • Interior view of Cafe Create seating area
  • Interior view of Innovate room with boardroom layout
  • Interior view of Inspire meeting room with cabaret seating
  • Interior view of Prism area with theatre style seating
  • Two interior views of the Auditorium area with a conference in session
  • Decorative

Reviews

FMCMBGT
Fiona McLellan, Contracts Manager, Business Gateway Tayside
April 2024

We were looking for a venue in Dundee to host a large business festival.
We are so delighted we took the time to look at the Dundee Science Centre.
The building is bright, airy and quirky and was perfect for our needs.
The Inspire room was great for the speaker sessions it hosted up to 60 people and the technology was perfect for presentations.
We loved using the round room downstairs for a more intimate fireside chat with experts about business and the main area next to the café was perfect for the breakfast and lunch speakers.
The building was perfect, right in the centre of town next to the station and great car parking but the main reason I would thoroughly recommend using the Science Centre for a venue was their incredible staff.
They literally could not do enough for us.
From taking down some of the seating in the speaker area so we could get everyone in, to offering the use of their van to bring down all the stuff we needed to bring they could not have been more accommodating.
The whole experience was seamless, and they all helped making organising one of the biggest business events held in Dundee for a long time so much less stressful. They were a safe pair of hands to work with.
The event was a huge success, due in no small part to the incredible partnership with the Science Centre.
I would urge anyone organising an event for whatever reason to look at the Dundee Science Centre. You won’t be disappointed.

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Sarah Young, Events & Marketing Manager, Dundee & Angus Chamber of Commerce
August 2022

We hosted our member summer social at the Science Centre and what an event it was! So many areas to explore and activities for attendees to enjoy. Having the space to roam freely around the centre gave members the opportunity to network at their own pace. The activities the team at the centre put on brought people together and would be great for future team building activities within our team. We can’t wait to come back!

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