What to do in Derby

Activities, attractions and tours

Derby Cathedral showing a city, night scenes and heritage architecture
Derby which includes a square or plaza
Quad which includes a square or plaza and modern architecture
Derby Museum and Art Gallery which includes art and interior views
Elvaston Castle which includes a castle, heritage architecture and a garden

Derby Attractions

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Places of interest in Derby

Derby is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Derby, and make it a breeze to explore Derby and the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Derby to make sure that you enjoy your holiday to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

If you’re planning a visit to Derby, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights in Derby.

Derby attractions

Derby has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions in Derby to keep you entertained. Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Derby.

Looking for things to do in Derby can be time-consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine of Derby or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Derby attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. Happy trails!


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What to do in Derby


Popular places to visit

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Pride Park

4/5(52 area reviews)

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.

Pride Park
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Darley Abbey

4.5/5(4 area reviews)

Darley Abbey might not have many top sights, but Derby Cathedral and Kedleston Hall are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Darley Abbey

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.

Alvaston
Derby showing night scenes, a bridge and heritage architecture

Derby City Centre

If you're spending some time in Derby City Centre, Derby Cathedral and Derby Theatre are top sights worth seeing.

Derby City Centre
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Chellaston

4/5(9 area reviews)

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.

Chellaston
Derby showing night scenes, a bridge and heritage architecture

Cathedral Quarter

While visiting Cathedral Quarter, you might make a stop by sights like Derby Cathedral and Derby Museum and Art Gallery.

Cathedral Quarter

 

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