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