Are you ready to delve into the darker side of Dundee’s past? Join us on an eerie journey through Dundee’s west end, as we uncover the gruesome murders that have taken place in the area. Our “Death in the West End” walking tour is a chilling exploration of some of the city’s most notorious crimes.
As you wander through the historic streets around Perth Road, you’ll hear about the horrific crimes that occurred in the shadows of the city. Get ready to uncover the dark and disturbing tales behind these heinous acts, including the shocking story of a husband who stabbed his estranged wife, a brother who mercilessly slaughtered his sister with an axe while she slept, and the tragic tale of a murderer’s brother who also committed a gruesome crime.
You’ll be transported back in time as our guides Louise & Stewart vividly bring these disturbing tales to life, making you feel right in the middle of the action. Get ready to experience Dundee’s sinister and blood-soaked history like never before.
Recommended age: 13+
Tour start: Seabraes Viewpoint (semi-circle area opposite the bottom of Airlie Place)
Tour end: Pennycook Lane
Tour length: 1 hour
Accessibility: Several of the streets are cobbled or narrow and there is a set of stairs and steep hills at points. Not recommended for wheelchair users or those with limited walking mobility. Please get in touch if you have any questions or concerns about accessibility on this tour.
We have another tour in the summer in the west end of Dundee – A Dark History, some of the worst days in Dundee’s past starting on Perth Road and ending at Overgate. See more and book tickets.
See our other Walking Tours, Dundee History Books and Audio Stories about Dundee’s dark history – we also sell gift vouchers too.
Ross Niven –
Every Dundonian should do this tour. A dramatic telling of some of the most gruesome murders in the West End. A thoroughly entertaining evening.
Kathleen Meldrum (verified owner) –
Excellent delivery of the most gruesome facts about murders in the west end of Dundee. Stewart and Louise never fail to entertain and have a wealth of knowledge they deliver to make sure the audience are enthralled with their tales! My third tour and I’m certain it won’t be my last! Well hopefully🙏🏻 I will avoid Alexanders just in case 😉
Art McGuinness (verified owner) –
As usual an excellent, informative and entertaining tour. Stories are well told with a bit of humour, and the walk is not too strenuous. Our relatives over from Cork loved it and remarked that they had nothing like it in Cork.
Ashley (verified owner) –
An excellent tour full of interesting history delivered in a way that captures your attention. DD Tours help you to see differently the streets we thought we knew so well.
Margaret Dewart (verified owner) –
Thoroughly enjoyed it. Went two Saturday’s in a row. Two different groups. Keep up the good work.