Derriford Travel Guide
Plymouth
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 top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices in this family-friendly area.
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.
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.
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.
Royal Citadel
This 17th-century stronghold was a bastion of military strength. Explore the walls and fortifications with a guided tour.
Top hotels in Derriford
Future Inn Plymouth
Clean room, staff were helpful free parking, and a good choice of breakfast
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Moxy Plymouth
Great location to stay with a clean rooms and comfy bed
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Copthorne Hotel Plymouth
Great size room, easy check in, secure affordable parking
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
St. Mellion Estate
When anyone walk the floor was noisy not in the room only but in the hallway
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Leonardo Hotel Plymouth
The rooms haven't really been updated since the hotel first opened. The windows barely work as double glazed anymore, letting in the cold and noise. I wouldn't like to stay here in winter. I'm sorry, but just putting a heavy curtain in front is not enough. I love the place for it's location and many ...
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
New Continental Hotel, Sure Hotel Collection by Best Western
The location of the hotel is good, close to city centre, railway station and The Barbican. Car parking is good and reasonable price. Reception is very welcoming and staff very helpful. Our double room seemed a little dated in furniture and underneath the desk were a lot of biscuit crumbs which then ...
Reviewed on 3 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 Drake Circus, located nearby.
Southway
While Southway isn't home to many top sights, Home Park and Buckland Abbey 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 Saltram House and Home Park.
Whitleigh
While Whitleigh isn't home to many top sights, Home Park and Drake Circus are some notable places to visit nearby.
Mainstone
Mainstone might not have many top sights, but Saltram House and Home Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
