Things To See & Do
Visit Derby offers a wide selection of things to see and do. Embark on a remarkable journey through Derby's vibrant tapestry of bookable experiences, captivating attractions, thrilling activities, mesmerising entertainment, enriching arts and culture, and irresistible shopping delights. Unleash your wanderlust and immerse yourself in a city brimming with endless opportunities. Plan your visit to Derby today and create unforgettable memories that will last a lifetime
Featured Things to See and Do
Meet the animals, enjoy indoor and outdoor play and taste delicious artisan ice cream on the fabulous farm park.
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Moorways Sports Village & Waterpark
Moorways Sports Village and Water Park combines a water park and leisure centre with the Moorways Stadium, creating a fantastic sports and…
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A vibrant hub of retail, entertainment and dining, and home to some of the world’s biggest brands.
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Museum of Making at Derby Silk Mill (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
Explore Derby’s 300-year history of making and enjoy events and activities for families to enjoy together.
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The Heights of Abraham is just a 30 minutes drive or direct train ride from Derby, where you can take the spectacular cable car ride to the…
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Bookable Experiences
Visit Derby is the ultimate destination for booking unforgettable experiences in the heart of England. From sporting activities to exciting new things to try, it's all here - come explore!
Tours & Trails
White Peak Distillery
Rolls-Royce Heritage Tours
Derby After Dark - Ghost Walks & Vigils
Georgian Guided Walking Tour
Victorian Photography Studio Tours
Derby Brewing Co Brewery Tours
English Wine Project Winery Tours & Taste
Denby Pottery Village
Denby Museum Experience
English Wine Project Vineyard Tour
Made in Derby
Made in Derby is a trail of mosaic and cast iron plaques celebrating the the lives of people who have had a huge impact on the city and who have helped Derby to make it's mark on the world.
Discover our Rich Heritage
Whether you’re a history buff or simply curious about the city’s past, Visit Derby can provide you with all the information you need about Derby’s rich heritage. Uncover the stories that have shaped this great city.
History & Heritage
Museum of Making at Derby Silk Mill (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
Pickford's House
Great Northern Classics
Derby Museum & Art Gallery
Heights of Abraham
Crich Tramway Village
Derby Computer Museum
Derby Riverboat Trips
Midland Railway Study Centre
The Bridge Chapel
Derby Heritage Centre
Letterpress Workshops
Victorian Photography Studio Tours
Derby Gaol
St Werburgh's Chapel
Kedleston Hall
Rolls-Royce Heritage Tours
Derby Cathedral
Georgian Guided Walking Tour
Chatsworth
Famous Trains Model Railway
Calke Abbey
Rolls-Royce Heritage Trust
Bolsover Castle, English Heritage
Museums & Galleries
Museum of Making at Derby Silk Mill (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
Pickford's House
Derby Museum & Art Gallery
White Peak Distillery
Derby Brewing Co Brewery Tours
Kedleston Hall
English Wine Project Winery Tours & Taste
Derby QUAD & Cinema
Banks Mill Studios
Victorian Photography Studio Tours
Artcore
Derby After Dark - Ghost Walks & Vigils
Derby Computer Museum
Rolls-Royce Heritage Tours
Georgian Guided Walking Tour
Midland Railway Study Centre
Royal Crown Derby at Bamfords Auctioneers
East Midlands Aeropark
Denby Museum Experience
Rolls-Royce Heritage Trust
Denby Pottery Village
English Wine Project Vineyard Tour
Famous Trains Model Railway
Shopping
Food & Drink Activities
Articles & Guides
Family Time
You know how hard it can be to keep the whole family entertained. Well Derby has something for everyone! From free museums, top indoor shopping, cinemas, parks and lots of festivals.
Family Friendly
Moorways Sports Village & Waterpark
Bluebells
Museum of Making at Derby Silk Mill (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
Derbyshire County Cricket Club
Derby Arena
Derby Museum & Art Gallery
Great Northern Classics
Go Ape Buxton
Pickford's House
Heights of Abraham
Crich Tramway Village
Compamigos: Eat Drink share
Megazone Derby
Clip 'n Climb Derby
Locko Park
Allestree Park Derby
BMX at Alvaston Park
Hatchet Harry's Axe Throwing
Letterpress Workshops
Elvaston Castle Country Park
Sinfin Moor Park and Nature Reserve
Electric Daisy
Derby Cathedral
Rolls-Royce Heritage Tours
Explore the Outdoors
Visit Derby offers access to green and open spaces that are perfect for leisure activities such as walking and cycling or even Peregrine Falcon spotting. With so much to explore, you'll never run out of things to do!
Adventure & Outdoors
Go Ape Buxton
Golf at Delta Hotels by Marriott Breadsall Priory Country Club
Derby Market Place
'Make Your Escape' Immersive Escape Room Experiences
Golf at Breadsall Priory
Derby Riverboat Trips
Hickory Dickory's Playhouse
Canoe Experience on the River Derwent
Kayaking Experience on the River Derwent
Kedleston Hall
Drive Dads Car
Parks & Gardens
Bluebells
Heights of Abraham
Electric Daisy
Bass' Recreation Ground
Derby Arboretum
Cathedral Green
Chester Green
BMX at Alvaston Park
Elvaston Castle Country Park
Alvaston Park
Allestree Park Derby
Kedleston Hall
Markeaton Park
Sinfin Moor Park and Nature Reserve
Locko Park
Darley Park
Chaddesden Park
Alton Towers Resort
Carsington Water
Renishaw Hall & Gardens
Conkers at The National Forest
Visit Peak District & Derbyshire
Mercia Marina
National Forest Adventure Farm
Sport & Leisure
Moorways Sports Village & Waterpark
Golf at Delta Hotels by Marriott Breadsall Priory Country Club
Derby Arena
Introduction to Track Cycling at Derby Arena
Derbyshire County Cricket Club
Go Ape Buxton
Paradise Island Adventure Golf
Oxygen Freejumping Derby
Hatchet Harry's Axe Throwing
Golf at Breadsall Priory
BMX at Alvaston Park
The Escape Room Guys
Freddy's Play Kingdom
Derby Rugby Football Club
Spa Treatments at Breadsall Priory
Pride Park Stadium
Unescapable Escape Rooms
Hollywood Bowl Derby
Megazone Derby
Jumpin Fun Inflatable Park Derby
Alter Rock Climbing Centre
Laser Quest Derby
Escape Derby Gaol
We Are Padel Derby
Into the Evening
Discover the thrills of Derby and all its attractions with Visit Derby! We offer you the best of everything - from bustling street food markets to thrilling nightlife, and accommodation for a comfortable stay.
Entertainment
Derby Arena
Derbyshire County Cricket Club
Compamigos: Eat Drink share
Derby QUAD & Cinema
Showcase Cinema De Lux
The Venue
Vaillant Live
The Flowerpot
Bustler Derby
Glory Holes Derby
Blacksmiths Lounge
BlueNote
Dubrek Studios
Electric Daisy
Genting Club Riverlights
The Hairy Dog
ODEON Luxe Derby
Alpha Pro Creative
The Old Bell Hotel
The Blessington Carriage
Derby Theatre
Arts & Culture
Purple Flag
Derby are delighted to retain Purple Flag 2024 status for another year. The accreditation for its evening and night-time economy (ENTE) is similar to the Blue Flag for beaches and aims to raise the standard and broaden the appeal of town and city centres between the hours of 5pm to 5am.
Featured Accommodation
The Hotel at the Derby Conference Centre
The friendly and attentive staff at our 50 bedroom Hotel aim to make your stay in our hotel facilities as pleasurable as possible, they are…
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Right in the heart of Derby City Centre, the luxurious Holiday Inn Derby Riverlights has a contemporary Restaurant and Bar with picturesque…
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Family run B&B set in a traditional Victorian house. Located 1 mile from Derby city centre, with close links to Derby University and the…
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