Memorials & monuments · Central Scotland
Robert Burns Monument
In or near Dundee.
Robert Burns Monument — Public artwork (statue) by Robert Steell.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–45 min
- Nearest railway station
- Dundee · 0.6 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Robert Burns Monument is a place of interest in central Scotland. Built or established in 1880, it dates from the Victorian period. It sits within the Dundee Central parliamentary constituency. The nearest railway station is Dundee, about 0.6 km away. Postcode area DD1.
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Official information
The Robert Burns Monument is a memorial dedicated to the famous Scottish poet Robert Burns. Visitors can explore the monument and its surroundings, which commemorate Burns' contributions to literature and culture.
Place summary
The Robert Burns Monument is located in central Scotland, postcode DD1. Established in 1880, this Victorian structure commemorates the Scottish poet Robert Burns. It serves as a notable example of 19th-century memorial architecture.
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- Coordinates
- 56.4624, -2.9720
- District
- Dundee City
- Postcode
- DD1 1DD
- Parliamentary constituency
- Dundee Central
- Established
- 1880
- Nearest railway station
- Dundee — 0.6 km
- Official site
- www.iwm.org.uk
Sources
- osm: n4041930054 (ODbL)
- commons: Robert Burns statue, Dundee.jpg (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Robert Burns Monument?
- Robert Burns Monument is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode DD1 1DD).
- What is Robert Burns Monument?
- Robert Burns Monument — Public artwork (statue) by Robert Steell.
- How do I get to Robert Burns Monument?
- The nearest railway station is Dundee, about 0.6 km away. Drivers can use postcode DD1 1DD.
- When was Robert Burns Monument built?
- Built or established in 1880.
- Is Robert Burns Monument free to visit?
- Yes, Robert Burns Monument is free to enter.
- How do I get to Robert Burns Monument?
- The nearest railway station is Dundee, about 0.6 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode DD1 1DD.