Derby City Centre Travel Guide
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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 lively bars in this relaxing area.
Pride Park Stadium
Catch an event at Pride Park Stadium during your trip to Derby. Visit the spas and lively bars in this quaint 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.
Things to do
Daily Nottingham City Centre Walking Tour (10:30am)
Explore Nottingham, The Legends Culture, And History
Watson Fothergill Walk: Architecture of Victorian Nottingham Guided Tour
Nottingham Walking Tour with a Local Guide
Fun and Flexible Treasure Hunt Around Nottingham with Hidden Gems
Private Nottingham Walking Tour with Local Guide
Top hotels in Derby City Centre
Leonardo Hotel Derby
Beds comfortable. Property clean and breakfast nice. Bedroom was quite dated.
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
Holiday Inn Derby Riverlights by IHG
Good room
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
Cathedral Quarter Hotel - Derby
The Orchard Hotel & Restaurant
Wonderful hotel, such vfm especially good if you have children at University of Nottingham accommodation
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Leonardo Hotel Nottingham
Lovely hotel with equally competent staff that nothing was to much trouble. I will definitely stay here again.
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Park Plaza Nottingham
Nice big rooms with everything you need including a mini fridge. Staff all very friendly and helpful, we got a complimentary early check in as a Radison member so that was a nice surprise. Hotel is in a good location minutes from the market square. We always stay here when visiting Nottingham
Reviewed on 6 Apr 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 Chapel Street Arts Centre 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.
