



15+ Things to Do with Toddlers in Dundee
Dundee has a wide range of options designed for toddlers and babies under 5 — from sensory play and soft play to free museums with dedicated under-5s spaces.
City Parks(6)

Inch Park
★4.4Explore a riverside park with a children's playpark, paddling pool, and scenic woodland walks along the River South Esk.

Friockheim Park
★4.5Enjoy free outdoor play with children's areas, football pitches, woodland trails, and a botanical garden in this community-run Central Angus park open year-round.

Dawson Park
★4.5Enjoy free outdoor recreation in Dundee's welcoming city park, perfect for families with children of all ages and dog-friendly amenities.

Curlie Pond
★4.5Explore a natural pond habitat in Montrose home to diverse wildlife including swans, water birds, and aquatic ecosystems.

Baxter Park
★4.5Explore 38 acres of mature parkland featuring a beautifully restored historic Italianate pavilion, gifted to Dundee by the Baxter family in 1863.
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Country Parks(5)

St. Cyrus National Nature Reserve (car park & visitor centre)
★4.8Explore diverse habitats and wildlife along the Aberdeenshire coast at this free-entry nature reserve with visitor facilities.

Keptie Pond
★4.7Explore picturesque walking trails around Keptie Pond, enjoying abundant wildlife, scenic views and a distinctive red bench overlooking the historic Water Tower.

Tentsmuir National Nature Reserve
★4.7Explore diverse coastal and woodland habitats across this protected Scottish reserve, perfect for families seeking free outdoor adventures with wildlife spotting opportunities.

Kinnaber Woods
★4.5Explore woodland trails and countryside walks at this free, family-friendly nature spot near Montrose, popular with hikers and cyclists.

Seaton Cliffs Nature Reserve
★4.9Explore dramatic coastal cliffs teeming with seabirds, wildflowers and natural beauty perfect for family walks and wildlife spotting.
Beaches(2)

Montrose Beach
★4.7Enjoy three miles of golden sand with a family-friendly seafront offering play areas, pools, pitch and putt, and ice cream.

Monifieth Beach
★4.6Explore a long sandy beach perfect for coastal walks, paddling, and rockpool wildlife spotting at low tide with impressive Firth of Tay views.
Farms(2)

Charleton Farm
★4.6Pick seasonal fruit and vegetables, enjoy a play park with trampolines, and feast on fresh farm-to-table food at this family-friendly Angus destination.

Lunan Bay Farm – Regenerative Scottish Cashmere & Goat Experiences
★5.0Meet Scottish cashmere goats on Scotland's only regenerative farm, with tours, therapeutic experiences, and farm-to-table dining available.
Playgrounds(2)

Clatto Country Park
★4.5Explore woodland trails, open green spaces, and play areas in this free countryside park perfect for families of all ages.

West Links, Playground
★4.6Enjoy outdoor play facilities and recreational activities at this family-friendly playground destination in Angus.
Heritage Site(1)
Play Café(1)
Soft Play Center(1)
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