Derby City Centre Travel Guide
Derby
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Popular places to visit
Derby Cathedral
Famed for the panoramic views from its soaring clock tower, this ancient religious landmark is also home to a series of striking medieval graves.
Quad
Watch Hollywood blockbusters, browse rotating art exhibitions and create your own works of art at workshops inside a contemporary steel-and-glass building.
Derby Museum and Art Gallery
From the paintings of Joseph Wright to Roman coins and a dedication to Bonnie Prince Charlie, this museum presents a valuable insight into local history.
Donington Park Racing Circuit
You can take time to visit Donington Park Racing Circuit during your travels to Castle Donington. Visit the spas and top-notch restaurants in this quaint area.
Pride Park Stadium
Catch an event at Pride Park Stadium during your trip to Derby. Visit the spas and top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.
Kedleston Hall
You can learn about the history of Derby with a stop at Kedleston Hall. Visit the spas and lively bars in this relaxing area.
Things to do
Daily Nottingham City Centre Walking Tour (10:30am)
Fun and Flexible Treasure Hunt Around Nottingham with Hidden Gems
Top hotels in Derby City Centre
Leonardo Hotel Derby
Clean room. Breakfast good. Slightly brusque receptionist.
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Cathedral Quarter Hotel - Derby
Friendly, great breakfast and lovely hotel and great location .
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025
Holiday Inn Derby Riverlights by IHG
Customer service and food was excellent, highly recommend
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
The Orchard Hotel & Restaurant
Clean and new
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Nottingham-Gateway
Clean comfortable room, extremely helpful staff and fantastic breakfast for a very reasonable price 🤗
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026
St James Hotel, BW Premier Collection
The room was fine. The staff not so much though. The check-in staff member was not very friendly, nor overly helpful when asked about parking. Thankfully I will not have to return there anytime soon.
Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Derby City Centre
St Peters Quarter
While visiting St Peters Quarter, you might make a stop by sights like Derbion and Derbion.
Cathedral Quarter
While visiting Cathedral Quarter, you might make a stop by sights like Derby Computer Museum and Derby Museum and Art Gallery.
Pride Park
Pride Park is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Pride Park Stadium or Derby Arena.
Darley Abbey
Darley Abbey might not have many top sights, but Kedleston Hall and Derbyshire County Cricket Club are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Alvaston
Alvaston might not have many top sights, but Elvaston Castle and Elvaston Castle Country Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Chellaston
While there might not be top attractions in Chellaston, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Elvaston Castle and Elvaston Castle Country Park.
