Memorials & monuments · Central Scotland
The First Mercat Cross
In or near Dundee.
The First Mercat Cross — a memorial in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
Glyn Baker — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 15 min–45 min
- Nearest railway station
- Dundee · 0.7 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
The First Mercat Cross is a memorial located in scotland-central, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Official information
The First Mercat Cross is a historic site located in Dundee, known for its significance in the city's market history. Visitors can explore the surrounding area, which features various cultural and historical attractions.
Place summary
The First Mercat Cross is a memorial located in central Scotland. It serves as a historic market cross, marking the site where goods were traded and announcements made. The cross is an important symbol of the region's market heritage.
AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.
- Coordinates
- 56.4629, -2.9668
- District
- Dundee City
- Postcode
- DD1 2ER
- Parliamentary constituency
- Dundee Central
- Nearest railway station
- Dundee — 0.7 km
- Official site
- www.leisureandculturedundee.com
Sources
- osm: node/13307911641 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is The First Mercat Cross?
- The First Mercat Cross is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode DD1 2ER).
- What is The First Mercat Cross?
- The First Mercat Cross — a memorial in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to The First Mercat Cross?
- The nearest railway station is Dundee, about 0.7 km away. Drivers can use postcode DD1 2ER.
- Is The First Mercat Cross free to visit?
- Yes, The First Mercat Cross is free to enter.
- How do I get to The First Mercat Cross?
- The nearest railway station is Dundee, about 0.7 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode DD1 2ER.