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
Bluebells is a beautiful Ice Cream Tea Rooms located on our farm at Spondon, just two miles from Derby City centre. Our delicious luxury…
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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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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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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
Rolls-Royce Heritage Tours
Ghost Walks & Overnight Vigils
Derby Brewing Co Brewery Tours
W.W. Winter
English Wine Project Winery Tours & Taste
Georgian Derby and Belper Tours
English Wine Project Vineyard Tour
White Peak Distillery Warehouse Tour
White Peak Distillery Tour & Tasting
Denby Pottery Village
Denby Museum Experience
White Peak Distillery Whisky Tour
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.
Food & Drink Activities
Ice Cream Getaway at Bluebells
Derby Brewing Co Brewery Tours
Withers Gin School
Bustler Derby
Afternoon Tea at Breadsall Priory
Dancing Duck Brewery
English Wine Project Winery Tours & Taste
White Peak Distillery Warehouse Tour
White Peak Distillery Whisky Tour
White Peak Distillery
English Wine Project Vineyard Tour
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
St Werburgh's Chapel
Georgian Derby and Belper Tours
The Smallprint Company Workshops
Derby Heritage Centre
Kedleston Hall
Derby Cathedral
Derby Computer Museum
Rolls-Royce Heritage Tours
Derby Gaol
W.W. Winter
Midland Railway Study Centre
The Bridge Chapel
Derby Riverboat Trips
Renishaw Hall & Gardens
The Children's Country House at Sudbury
Melbourne Hall & Gardens
Wirksworth Heritage Centre
Haddon Hall
Chatsworth
Museums & Galleries
Museum of Making at Derby Silk Mill (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
Derby Museum & Art Gallery
Pickford's House
Ghost Walks & Overnight Vigils
Derby Computer Museum
Midland Railway Study Centre
Derby Brewing Co Brewery Tours
W.W. Winter
Derby QUAD & Cinema
Kedleston Hall
Rolls-Royce Heritage Tours
Banks Mill Studios
Georgian Derby and Belper Tours
English Wine Project Winery Tours & Taste
Artcore
White Peak Distillery Whisky Tour
Famous Trains Model Railway
Denby Pottery Village
White Peak Distillery Warehouse Tour
Denby Museum Experience
White Peak Distillery Tour & Tasting
English Wine Project Vineyard Tour
Shopping
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)
Go Ape Buxton
Derby Arena
Derby Museum & Art Gallery
Great Northern Classics
Pickford's House
Derbyshire County Cricket Club
Heights of Abraham
Compamigos: Eat Drink share
Pride Park Stadium
Electric Daisy
Laser Quest Derby
Sinfin Moor Park and Nature Reserve
Midland Railway Study Centre
The Smallprint Company Workshops
Locko Park
Oxygen Freejumping Derby
Paradise Island Adventure Golf
Allestree Park Derby
BMX at Alvaston Park
Hatchet Harry's Axe Throwing
Chaddesden 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
Perfect yourself in a utopian escape room experience
Ice Cream Getaway at Bluebells
Discover the truth in a signalling escape room experience
Golf at Breadsall Priory
Derby Market Place
Hickory Dickory's Playhouse
Make a splash on a canoe experience on the River Derwent
Derby Riverboat Trips
Submerge yourself in a dystopian escape room experience
Kedleston Hall
Enjoy an awesome kayaking trip down the lovely River Derwent
Drive Dads Car
Parks & Gardens
Bluebells
Heights of Abraham
Darley Park
Kedleston Hall
Chaddesden Park
Alvaston Park
Allestree Park Derby
Elvaston Castle Country Park
Chester Green
Cathedral Green
Sinfin Moor Park and Nature Reserve
Derby Arboretum
Electric Daisy
Bass' Recreation Ground
Locko Park
BMX at Alvaston Park
Markeaton Park
Carsington Water
Melbourne Hall & Gardens
Chatsworth
Alton Towers Resort
The National Forest
Visit Peak District & Derbyshire
Gulliver's Kingdom
Sport & Leisure
Moorways Sports Village & Waterpark
Go Ape Buxton
Derby Arena
Track cycling session at Derby Arena
Golf at Delta Hotels by Marriott Breadsall Priory Country Club
Derbyshire County Cricket Club
Take a ride around a velodrome track at Derby Arena
Hollywood Bowl Derby
Jumpin Fun Inflatable Park Derby
We Are Padel Derby
Pride Park Stadium
BMX at Alvaston Park
Megazone Derby
The Escape Room Guys
Unescapable Escape Rooms
Spa Treatments at Breadsall Priory
Alter Rock Climbing Centre
Freddy's Play Kingdom
Make Your Escape
Escape Derby Gaol
Golf at Breadsall Priory
Derby Rugby Football Club
Oxygen Freejumping Derby
The Climbing Unit
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
Showcase Cinema De Lux
The Venue
The Blessington Carriage
Alpha Pro Creative
Derby Theatre
The Hairy Dog
Becketwell Live
The Flowerpot
Genting Club Riverlights
Derby QUAD & Cinema
BlueNote
Dubrek Studios
Bustler Derby
Electric Daisy
ODEON Luxe Derby
Glory Holes Derby
Arts & Culture
Purple Flag
Derby are delighted to retain Purple Flag 2023 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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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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