Derby Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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

Where to stay in Derby

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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
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

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

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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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
Radisson Blu Hotel East Midlands Airport
Radisson Blu Hotel East Midlands Airport
4 out of 5
Herald Way, Pegasus Business Park, East Midlands Airport, Derby, England
The price is 2.266.744 ₫ per night from 18 Jul to 19 Jul
2.266.744 ₫
2.720.093 ₫ total
18 Jul - 19 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Derby. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
Room with a view
"Great visit ,room was not quiet ready ,but was given a complimentary coffee! Room great for my visit,great staff and helpful."

Reviewed on 24 Jun 2025

Radisson Blu Hotel East Midlands Airport
Aston Court Derby City Centre by Belvilla
Aston Court Derby City Centre by Belvilla
3 out of 5
Midland Road, Derby, England
The price is 1.279.517 ₫ per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
1.279.517 ₫
1.535.421 ₫ total
6 Jul - 7 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Derby. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions intu Derby and Derby Theatre ...
7.8/10 Good! (607 reviews)
"Great"

Reviewed on 19 Jun 2025

Aston Court Derby City Centre by Belvilla
Leonardo Hotel Derby
Leonardo Hotel Derby
4 out of 5
King Street, Derby, England
The price is 1.771.640 ₫ per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
1.771.640 ₫
2.125.968 ₫ total
6 Jul - 7 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Derby. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Central"

Reviewed on 18 Jun 2025

Leonardo Hotel Derby
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Deluxe Studio Apartments
Deluxe Studio Apartments
3 out of 5
Douglas Street, Derby, England
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Derby. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and laundry facilities. Popular attractions intu Derby and Derbion are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (7 reviews)
Lovely
"Lovely little place - would stay again 🙂"

Reviewed on 5 Dec 2024

Deluxe Studio Apartments
Borrowfield Lodge
Borrowfield Lodge
3 out of 5
Nottingham Road, Spondon, Derby, England
Stay at this 3-star property in Derby. Enjoy free parking, daily housekeeping and a computer station. Popular attractions Donington Park Racing Circuit and Elvaston ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (16 reviews)
"A very nicely laid out room and bathroom very quiet. communication for entry and exit very clear"

Reviewed on 30 May 2025

Borrowfield Lodge
The Stay Company Friar Gate
The Stay Company Friar Gate
4 out of 5
62 - 64 Friar Gate, Derby, England
Stay at this 4-star apartment in Derby. Enjoy free Wi-Fi and housekeeping. Popular attractions Kedleston Hall and Derby Cathedral are located nearby.
9.2/10 Wonderful! (97 reviews)
"Easy to find and access, good gated parking, lovely and clean apartment, the milk and cereal was a welcoming and thoughtful touch, would recommend and would stay again"

Reviewed on 17 Mar 2025

The Stay Company Friar Gate
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Derby

3.9
Guest rating
5 - Excellent
55
5 - Excellent 19%
4 - Good
154
4 - Good 53%
3 - Okay
73
3 - Okay 25%
2 - Disappointing
5
2 - Disappointing 2%
1 - Terrible
2
1 - Terrible 1%

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller

We did visit Annie’s burger shack which was amazing

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

It was perfect for a Short break - shopping town centre was good. Loads of lovely dog friendly eateries - Exeter Arms lovely ambience, cosy and great food. The Silk Mill - cosy and good value meals. Farley Park for doggie was beautiful.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Small university city. Very walkable place. Lots of shops and restaurants. Good transport links.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller

Didn’t visit derby

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Only came to visit family as I used to live here 25+ years ago.

4/5 - Good

Hanida

Didn’t actually spend any time in Derby.

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