Alvaston Travel Guide
Derby
Popular places to visit
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.
Elvaston Castle
Take a leisurely stroll around the grounds of a stately home to admire its formal gardens, enjoy a picnic on the lush lawns and spot varied wildlife.
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.
Melbourne Hall
Tour the well-appointed rooms of the manor house of a 900-year-old estate and go for a stroll around its ornamental garden.
Elvaston Castle Country Park
Explore the great outdoors at Elvaston Castle Country Park, a lovely green space in Derby. Visit the spas and lively bars in this quaint area.
Quad
Watch Hollywood blockbusters, browse rotating art exhibitions and create your own works of art at workshops inside a contemporary steel-and-glass building.
Things to do
Daily Nottingham City Centre Walking Tour (10:30am)
Explore Nottingham, The Legends Culture, And History
Nottingham Walking Tour with a Local Guide
Fun and Flexible Treasure Hunt Around Nottingham with Hidden Gems
Private Nottingham Walking Tour with Local Guide
Shared Gin, Vodka & Rum Making Experience at Nelson's Distillery
Top hotels in Alvaston
The Orchard Hotel & Restaurant
No breakfast taken during stay
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
Leonardo Hotel Nottingham
Lovely stay conveniently located. Nice room but no water or biscuits and towel was not replaced restaurant not open so complimentary vouchers not much use. Staff very nice and breakfast nice.
Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025
Park Plaza Nottingham
The reception staff were very friendly and helpful, breakfast had plenty of choice and rooms were big and beds comfy
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Nottingham-Gateway
We have stayed at this hotel many times when visiting family and are always so impressed by the friendly helpful staff at reception. The hotel is always very clean and the rooms are large with an enormous bed! Breakfast is excellent too.
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
B&B HOTEL Derby
Modern hotel close to the railway station. Clean, comfortable, well appointed. Staff I encountered were excellent.
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Radisson Blu Hotel East Midlands Airport
We sll was happy to stay there for 4 days me and my family we are happy.
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Alvaston
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.
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.
St Peters Quarter
While visiting St Peters Quarter, you might make a stop by sights like Derbion and Derbion.
Derby City Centre
If you're spending some time in Derby City Centre, Quad and Derby Theatre are top sights worth seeing.
Cathedral Quarter
While visiting Cathedral Quarter, you might make a stop by sights like Derby Museum and Art Gallery and Derby Computer Museum.
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.
