Derriford Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
National Marine Aquarium
Discover the creatures that live deep in the world’s oceans and learn about the importance of conservation at the largest aquarium in the U.K.
Hoe Park
After visiting Hoe Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Plymouth. Discover the lively bars and entertainment choices in this family-friendly area.
Royal Citadel
This 17th-century stronghold was a bastion of military strength. Explore the walls and fortifications with a guided tour.
Plymouth Gin Distillery
Sip on expertly made gin in a historic distillery that has been making spirits for over two centuries in the same spot on Plymouth’s waterfront.
Mayflower Steps
Among the fishing boats of Plymouth’s harbor is a memorial to the settlers who went on to found one of the first American colonies.
Elizabethan House
Step inside this wonderfully preserved house to see how a merchant or sea captain would have lived in the 1500s, a time when Plymouth was a prosperous port city.
Activities
Discover Plymouth: Self Guided Walk & Interactive Treasure Hunt
2-Day Tour of King Arthur's Cornwall in Tintagel, Boscastle and Dartmoor from Glastonbury
Our pick of the best Derriford Hotel Deals
Future Inn Plymouth
Restaurant food and staff very good.comfortable accommodation.
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Moxy Plymouth
Nice trendy hotel …chilled vibes . Easy check in . Good security…your room card allows lift access. Room Morden & well designed . Comfy bed …choice of pillow .BIG white fluffy towels changed daily …great shower . Bathroom product provided as well as tea and coffe making facilities. Just right
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Copthorne Hotel Plymouth
Staff were helpful and very polite. Room was a bit cramped and not very well laid out.
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Luxury Beach House Rental with Hot Tub, 30 meters to Beach
Amazing place to stay! Very clean & welcoming. We were very comfortable & had everything we needed for a lovely week away with the family
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Leonardo Hotel Plymouth
All was very good, nice clean comfortable room nice breakfast but the car parking arrangements were farcical. I tried to pay on arrival in the car park but the one machine would not make a charge against of the 4 cards I presented... I tried to pay in reception on checkout but could not I tried to ...
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
St. Mellion Estate
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Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Derriford
Crown Hill
Crown Hill is well liked for many features, particularly its restaurants, seaside views and golf courses. Though there may not be top sights in Crown Hill, consider stopping by Home Park or The Box, located nearby.
Southway
While Southway isn't home to many top sights, Derriford Health & Leisure Centre and Home Park are some notable places to visit nearby.
Widewell
While there might not be top attractions in Widewell, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Buckland Abbey and Home Park.
Estover
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Estover and surrounding area, you can visit Home Park and The Box.
Whitleigh
While Whitleigh isn't home to many top sights, Home Park and The Box are some notable places to visit nearby.
Mainstone
Mainstone might not have many top sights, but Home Park and The Box are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
