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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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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Conveniently located in the heart of Derby, Derbion is the city’s premier destination for shopping, dining, and entertainment.
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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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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
Derby After Dark - Ghost Walks & Vigils
Derby Brewing Co Brewery Tours
Rolls-Royce Heritage Tours
Georgian Guided Walking Tour
English Wine Project Vineyard Tour
Denby Museum Experience
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)
Pickford's House
Great Northern Classics
Derby Museum & Art Gallery
Heights of Abraham
Crich Tramway Village
Derwent Valley Mills World Heritage Site
Kedleston Hall
Letterpress Workshops
Midland Railway Study Centre
St Werburgh's Chapel
The Bridge Chapel
Victorian Photography Studio Tours
Georgian Guided Walking Tour
Derby Heritage Centre
Derby Cathedral
Rolls-Royce Heritage Tours
Derby Gaol
Derby Computer Museum
Derby Riverboat Trips
Hardwick Hall
Wirksworth Heritage Centre
Visit Peak District & Derbyshire
Renishaw Hall & Gardens
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
Derby QUAD & Cinema
Victorian Photography Studio Tours
Artcore
Derby Brewing Co Brewery Tours
Rolls-Royce Heritage Tours
Kedleston Hall
Derby Computer Museum
Midland Railway Study Centre
Banks Mill Studios
Georgian Guided Walking Tour
English Wine Project Winery Tours & Taste
Derby After Dark - Ghost Walks & Vigils
Denby Museum Experience
Denby Pottery Village
Rolls-Royce Heritage Trust
East Midlands Aeropark
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
Museum of Making at Derby Silk Mill (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
Bluebells
Moorways Sports Village & Waterpark
Go Ape Buxton
Derby Arena
Pickford's House
Great Northern Classics
Derby Museum & Art Gallery
Derbyshire County Cricket Club
Heights of Abraham
Compamigos: Eat Drink share
Crich Tramway Village
Derby Theatre
Clip 'n Climb Derby
Laser Quest Derby
Derby Cathedral
Rolls-Royce Heritage Tours
Bass' Recreation Ground
Hickory Dickory's Playhouse
Pride Park Stadium
BMX at Alvaston Park
Allestree Park Derby
Oxygen Freejumping Derby
Elvaston Castle Country Park
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
Canoe Experience on the River Derwent
Golf at Breadsall Priory
'Make Your Escape' Immersive Escape Room Experiences
Derby Market Place
Elvaston Castle Country Park
Hickory Dickory's Playhouse
Derby Riverboat Trips
Kayaking Experience on the River Derwent
Kedleston Hall
Visit Peak District & Derbyshire
Drive Dads Car
Parks & Gardens
Bluebells
Heights of Abraham
Derwent Valley Mills World Heritage Site
Elvaston Castle Country Park
Locko Park
Derby Arboretum
Electric Daisy
Sinfin Moor Park and Nature Reserve
Chaddesden Park
Chester Green
Cathedral Green
Allestree Park Derby
Markeaton Park
Bass' Recreation Ground
BMX at Alvaston Park
Kedleston Hall
Alvaston Park
Darley Park
Alton Towers Resort
Mercia Marina
Conkers at The National Forest
Visit Peak District & Derbyshire
Gulliver's Kingdom
Renishaw Hall & Gardens
Sport & Leisure
Moorways Sports Village & Waterpark
Go Ape Buxton
Introduction to Track Cycling at Derby Arena
Golf at Delta Hotels by Marriott Breadsall Priory Country Club
Derby Arena
Derbyshire County Cricket Club
Megazone Derby
Golf at Breadsall Priory
Hollywood Bowl Derby
Laser Quest Derby
Jumpin Fun Inflatable Park Derby
Spa Treatments at Breadsall Priory
Clip 'n Climb Derby
S3 Padel Derby
Paradise Island Adventure Golf
Escape Derby Gaol
Pride Park Stadium
The Escape Room Guys
Make Your Escape
We Are Padel Derby
Unescapable Escape Rooms
Oxygen Freejumping Derby
Hatchet Harry's Axe Throwing
Infinity Parks 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
The Blessington Carriage
Derby Theatre
Showcase Cinema De Lux
ODEON Luxe Derby
Electric Daisy
Genting Club Riverlights
Glory Holes Derby
Ultra Warehouse
The Old Bell Hotel
The Flowerpot
Dubrek Studios
Alpha Pro Creative
The Venue
Blacksmiths Lounge
Derby QUAD & Cinema
Vaillant Live
The Hairy Dog
Bustler Derby
BlueNote
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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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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