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
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Featured Things to See and Do
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Meet the animals, enjoy indoor and outdoor play and taste delicious artisan ice cream on the fabulous farm park.
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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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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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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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Derwent Valley Mills World Heritage Site
Discover the birthplace of the modern factory system in the Derwent Valley Mills World Heritage Site, the only UNESCO inscribed World…
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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
English Wine Project Winery Tours & Taste
Georgian Guided Walking Tour
Victorian Photography Studio Tours
Derby Brewing Co Brewery Tours
Derby After Dark - Ghost Walks & Vigils
Rolls-Royce Heritage Tours
Denby Pottery Village
English Wine Project Vineyard Tour
Denby Museum Experience
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)
Derby Museum & Art Gallery
Pickford's House
Great Northern Classics
Heights of Abraham
Crich Tramway Village
Derwent Valley Mills World Heritage Site
Derby Riverboat Trips
Derby Computer Museum
Midland Railway Study Centre
Victorian Photography Studio Tours
St Werburgh's Chapel
Georgian Guided Walking Tour
Derby Gaol
Derby Heritage Centre
Rolls-Royce Heritage Tours
The Bridge Chapel
Kedleston Hall
Letterpress Workshops
Derby Cathedral
Haddon Hall
Melbourne Hall & Gardens
Famous Trains Model Railway
Bolsover Castle, English Heritage
Museums & Galleries
Museum of Making at Derby Silk Mill (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
Derby Museum & Art Gallery
Pickford's House
White Peak Distillery
Derwent Valley Mills World Heritage Site
Banks Mill Studios
Artcore
Derby After Dark - Ghost Walks & Vigils
Kedleston Hall
Derby Computer Museum
English Wine Project Winery Tours & Taste
Victorian Photography Studio Tours
Rolls-Royce Heritage Tours
Derby QUAD & Cinema
Derby Brewing Co Brewery Tours
Royal Crown Derby at Bamfords Auctioneers
Georgian Guided Walking Tour
Midland Railway Study Centre
East Midlands Aeropark
Rolls-Royce Heritage Trust
Denby Pottery Village
Famous Trains Model Railway
English Wine Project Vineyard Tour
Denby Museum Experience
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
Museum of Making at Derby Silk Mill (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
Bluebells
Derby Museum & Art Gallery
Derby Arena
Pickford's House
Go Ape Buxton
Derbyshire County Cricket Club
Great Northern Classics
Heights of Abraham
Compamigos: Eat Drink share
Crich Tramway Village
ODEON Luxe Derby
Kedleston Hall
Electric Daisy
Pride Park Stadium
BMX at Alvaston Park
Hatchet Harry's Axe Throwing
Victorian Photography Studio Tours
Markeaton Park
Rolls-Royce Heritage Tours
Sinfin Moor Park and Nature Reserve
Bass' Recreation Ground
Jumpin Fun Inflatable Park Derby
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
Hickory Dickory's Playhouse
Derby Riverboat Trips
Kedleston Hall
'Make Your Escape' Immersive Escape Room Experiences
Canoe Experience on the River Derwent
Kayaking Experience on the River Derwent
Derby Market Place
Golf at Breadsall Priory
Drive Dads Car
Parks & Gardens
Bluebells
Heights of Abraham
Derwent Valley Mills World Heritage Site
Markeaton Park
BMX at Alvaston Park
Cathedral Green
Locko Park
Elvaston Castle Country Park
Sinfin Moor Park and Nature Reserve
Electric Daisy
Darley Park
Derby Arboretum
Bass' Recreation Ground
Allestree Park Derby
Alvaston Park
Kedleston Hall
Chaddesden Park
Chester Green
Melbourne Hall & Gardens
Carsington Water
Gulliver's Kingdom
National Forest Adventure Farm
Alton Towers Resort
Mercia Marina
Sport & Leisure
Moorways Sports Village & Waterpark
Golf at Delta Hotels by Marriott Breadsall Priory Country Club
Derbyshire County Cricket Club
Introduction to Track Cycling at Derby Arena
Derby Arena
Go Ape Buxton
Alter Rock Climbing Centre
Pride Park Stadium
Hollywood Bowl Derby
Clip 'n Climb Derby
Derby Rugby Football Club
Hatchet Harry's Axe Throwing
The Escape Room Guys
Golf at Breadsall Priory
Megazone Derby
Paradise Island Adventure Golf
Laser Quest Derby
Make Your Escape
Oxygen Freejumping Derby
Escape Derby Gaol
Freddy's Play Kingdom
We Are Padel Derby
Spa Treatments at Breadsall Priory
BMX at Alvaston Park
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
Blacksmiths Lounge
The Old Bell Hotel
The Flowerpot
Glory Holes Derby
Electric Daisy
The Hairy Dog
BlueNote
Genting Club Riverlights
Alpha Pro Creative
The Venue
Showcase Cinema De Lux
Vaillant Live
The Blessington Carriage
Derby Theatre
Derby QUAD & Cinema
Bustler Derby
Dubrek Studios
ODEON Luxe Derby
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
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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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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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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