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
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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A vibrant hub of retail, entertainment and dining, and home to some of the world’s biggest brands.
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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
Georgian Guided Walking Tour
Derby After Dark - Ghost Walks & Vigils
Victorian Photography Studio Tours
Derby Brewing Co Brewery Tours
English Wine Project Winery Tours & Taste
Rolls-Royce Heritage Tours
English Wine Project Vineyard Tour
Denby Pottery Village
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)
Great Northern Classics
Pickford's House
Derby Museum & Art Gallery
Heights of Abraham
Crich Tramway Village
Derwent Valley Mills World Heritage Site
Georgian Guided Walking Tour
Derby Computer Museum
St Werburgh's Chapel
Derby Gaol
Victorian Photography Studio Tours
The Bridge Chapel
Midland Railway Study Centre
Letterpress Workshops
Kedleston Hall
Derby Riverboat Trips
Derby Cathedral
Derby Heritage Centre
Rolls-Royce Heritage Tours
East Midlands Aeropark
Visit Peak District & Derbyshire
The Children's Country House at Sudbury
Rolls-Royce Heritage Trust
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
Royal Crown Derby at Bamfords Auctioneers
Rolls-Royce Heritage Tours
Georgian Guided Walking Tour
English Wine Project Winery Tours & Taste
Derby Computer Museum
Midland Railway Study Centre
Banks Mill Studios
Victorian Photography Studio Tours
Kedleston Hall
Derby After Dark - Ghost Walks & Vigils
Derby Brewing Co Brewery Tours
Derby QUAD & Cinema
Artcore
Rolls-Royce Heritage Trust
English Wine Project Vineyard Tour
East Midlands Aeropark
Famous Trains Model Railway
Denby Pottery Village
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
Museum of Making at Derby Silk Mill (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
Bluebells
Moorways Sports Village & Waterpark
Derby Museum & Art Gallery
Derbyshire County Cricket Club
Great Northern Classics
Pickford's House
Go Ape Buxton
Derby Arena
Heights of Abraham
Compamigos: Eat Drink share
Crich Tramway Village
Derby Theatre
ODEON Luxe Derby
Chaddesden Park
Midland Railway Study Centre
Chester Green
Sinfin Moor Park and Nature Reserve
BMX at Alvaston Park
Derby Cathedral
Locko Park
Darley Park
Paradise Island Adventure Golf
Derby Arboretum
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 Riverboat Trips
Golf at Breadsall Priory
Derby Market Place
'Make Your Escape' Immersive Escape Room Experiences
Kedleston Hall
Canoe Experience on the River Derwent
Hickory Dickory's Playhouse
Kayaking Experience on the River Derwent
Drive Dads Car
Parks & Gardens
Bluebells
Heights of Abraham
Derwent Valley Mills World Heritage Site
Sinfin Moor Park and Nature Reserve
Electric Daisy
Alvaston Park
Locko Park
Darley Park
Allestree Park Derby
Chester Green
Derby Arboretum
Elvaston Castle Country Park
Chaddesden Park
Kedleston Hall
BMX at Alvaston Park
Markeaton Park
Cathedral Green
Bass' Recreation Ground
Alton Towers Resort
Chatsworth
Mercia Marina
Twycross Zoo
The National Forest
Visit Peak District & Derbyshire
Sport & Leisure
Moorways Sports Village & Waterpark
Derbyshire County Cricket Club
Derby Arena
Golf at Delta Hotels by Marriott Breadsall Priory Country Club
Go Ape Buxton
Introduction to Track Cycling at Derby Arena
The Escape Room Guys
Clip 'n Climb Derby
Derby Rugby Football Club
Hatchet Harry's Axe Throwing
Alter Rock Climbing Centre
Oxygen Freejumping Derby
Laser Quest Derby
The Climbing Unit
BMX at Alvaston Park
Paradise Island Adventure Golf
We Are Padel Derby
Unescapable Escape Rooms
Escape Derby Gaol
Pride Park Stadium
Megazone Derby
Spa Treatments at Breadsall Priory
Make Your Escape
Jumpin Fun Inflatable Park 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
Bustler Derby
Derby Theatre
BlueNote
The Blessington Carriage
Showcase Cinema De Lux
The Hairy Dog
Vaillant Live
Glory Holes Derby
Alpha Pro Creative
Genting Club Riverlights
Dubrek Studios
ODEON Luxe Derby
Blacksmiths Lounge
The Flowerpot
Electric Daisy
The Old Bell Hotel
The Venue
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 Nightingale Quarter is a service orientated alternative to mainstream hotel offerings for short-stays. The 42 one-bedroom and 10…
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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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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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