Derriford
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.
Royal Citadel
This 17th-century stronghold was a bastion of military strength. Explore the walls and fortifications with a guided tour.
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.
Things to do
The Hunt, an exciting cat-and-mouse game in Plymouth
Plymouth: Self Guided City Walk and Interactive Treasure Hunt
2-Day Tour of King Arthur's Cornwall in Tintagel, Boscastle and Dartmoor from Glastonbury
Top hotels in Derriford
Future Inn Plymouth
Room was nice
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Double Room @ Derriford Stays by Pureserviced
AVOID. Difficult to know where to start. This apartment was mis-sold, as it is student accommodation (10 bedrooms per flat). Each guest has shared access to the common room, housing the kitchen and sofa. On check in (after a long on-line book in process (crashing server)), the common room was inhabited ...
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2025
Leonardo Hotel Plymouth
Buffet breakfast has a good choice
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Crowne Plaza Plymouth by IHG
Very good
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Copthorne Hotel Plymouth
All the staff were very responsive and helpful.i had lost my phone charger and they went out of the way to try to find it and to charge my phone up for me.
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Moxy Plymouth
Small funky hotel. Good vibes and good location
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025
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 China Fleet Country Club 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 Home Park and Drake Circus.
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 China Fleet Country Club 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.
