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
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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Meet the animals, enjoy indoor and outdoor play and taste delicious artisan ice cream on the fabulous farm park.
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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
Victorian Photography Studio Tours
Derby Brewing Co Brewery Tours
Derby After Dark - Ghost Walks & Vigils
Rolls-Royce Heritage Tours
Georgian Guided Walking Tour
English Wine Project Winery Tours & Taste
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)
Pickford's House
Great Northern Classics
Derby Museum & Art Gallery
Heights of Abraham
Crich Tramway Village
Derwent Valley Mills World Heritage Site
Derby Riverboat Trips
Derby Computer Museum
The Bridge Chapel
Derby Heritage Centre
Rolls-Royce Heritage Tours
Kedleston Hall
St Werburgh's Chapel
Midland Railway Study Centre
Georgian Guided Walking Tour
Derby Gaol
Victorian Photography Studio Tours
Derby Cathedral
Letterpress Workshops
Melbourne Hall & Gardens
Renishaw Hall & Gardens
The Children's Country House at Sudbury
Visit Peak District & Derbyshire
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
Victorian Photography Studio Tours
Artcore
Rolls-Royce Heritage Tours
Kedleston Hall
Derby QUAD & Cinema
English Wine Project Winery Tours & Taste
Georgian Guided Walking Tour
Banks Mill Studios
Midland Railway Study Centre
Royal Crown Derby at Bamfords Auctioneers
Derby Brewing Co Brewery Tours
Derby Computer Museum
Derby After Dark - Ghost Walks & Vigils
Denby Museum Experience
Famous Trains Model Railway
English Wine Project Vineyard Tour
Denby Pottery Village
East Midlands Aeropark
Rolls-Royce Heritage Trust
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
Bluebells
Moorways Sports Village & Waterpark
Museum of Making at Derby Silk Mill (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
Great Northern Classics
Derbyshire County Cricket Club
Derby Museum & Art Gallery
Derby Arena
Pickford's House
Go Ape Buxton
Heights of Abraham
Compamigos: Eat Drink share
Crich Tramway Village
Clip 'n Climb Derby
Sinfin Moor Park and Nature Reserve
Freddy's Play Kingdom
BMX at Alvaston Park
Megazone Derby
Artcore
Alvaston Park
Electric Daisy
ODEON Luxe Derby
Hollywood Bowl Derby
Hickory Dickory's Playhouse
Allestree 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
Golf at Delta Hotels by Marriott Breadsall Priory Country Club
Go Ape Buxton
Golf at Breadsall Priory
Kedleston Hall
Canoe Experience on the River Derwent
Derby Riverboat Trips
Derby Market Place
Hickory Dickory's Playhouse
Kayaking Experience on the River Derwent
'Make Your Escape' Immersive Escape Room Experiences
Visit Peak District & Derbyshire
Drive Dads Car
Parks & Gardens
Bluebells
Heights of Abraham
Derwent Valley Mills World Heritage Site
Sinfin Moor Park and Nature Reserve
Derby Arboretum
Darley Park
Kedleston Hall
Chester Green
Locko Park
BMX at Alvaston Park
Chaddesden Park
Alvaston Park
Allestree Park Derby
Elvaston Castle Country Park
Markeaton Park
Electric Daisy
Cathedral Green
Bass' Recreation Ground
National Forest Adventure Farm
Mercia Marina
Carsington Water
Gulliver's Kingdom
Conkers at The National Forest
Alton Towers Resort
Sport & Leisure
Moorways Sports Village & Waterpark
Derby Arena
Go Ape Buxton
Derbyshire County Cricket Club
Introduction to Track Cycling at Derby Arena
Golf at Delta Hotels by Marriott Breadsall Priory Country Club
Golf at Breadsall Priory
Derby Rugby Football Club
Oxygen Freejumping Derby
Alter Rock Climbing Centre
Spa Treatments at Breadsall Priory
Escape Derby Gaol
Megazone Derby
Laser Quest Derby
Make Your Escape
Hollywood Bowl Derby
Clip 'n Climb Derby
Freddy's Play Kingdom
BMX at Alvaston Park
Unescapable Escape Rooms
Infinity Parks Derby
The Escape Room Guys
We Are Padel Derby
S3 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
Derbyshire County Cricket Club
Derby Arena
Compamigos: Eat Drink share
The Venue
BlueNote
Blacksmiths Lounge
The Blessington Carriage
The Old Bell Hotel
Glory Holes Derby
Showcase Cinema De Lux
ODEON Luxe Derby
Bustler Derby
Vaillant Live
The Hairy Dog
Dubrek Studios
Electric Daisy
Genting Club Riverlights
The Flowerpot
Alpha Pro Creative
Derby Theatre
Derby QUAD & Cinema
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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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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