Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Buxton February 2026 | Expedia.ca [Hotels in Buxton](https://expedia.ca/Buxton-Hotels.d4592.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Buxton](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Buxton.d4592.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Buxton Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Buxton.d4592.Car-Rental-Guide)[Buxton Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Buxton.d4592.Destination-Travel-Guides) # What to do in Buxton ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Buxton Types of activities [Buxton travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Buxton.dx4592) ![The Pavilion Gardens, Buxton, Derbyshire, UK; Shutterstock ID 685300546; Purchase Order: SP-1394 HA Batch 3 Part 1; Order Number: ; Client/Licensee: HomeAway; Other: To be paid with HA budget](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4592/85213c7a-b187-473c-8a71-88f476a977f5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The Pavilion Gardens, Buxton, Derbyshire, UK; Shutterstock ID 685300546; Purchase Order: SP-1394 HA Batch 3 Part 1; Order Number: ; Client/Licensee: HomeAway; Other: To be paid with HA budget](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4592/85213c7a-b187-473c-8a71-88f476a977f5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Victorian era Opera House that is still in use today. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4592/b51f0097-0223-4401-8385-a3af1d806a97.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Buxton Opera House is a 902 seat theatre located in The Square, Buxton, Derbyshire, England. It hosts the annual Buxton Festival and, from 1994 to 2013, the International Gilbert and Sullivan Festival as well as pantomime at Christmas, musicals and other entertainments year-round. Hosting live performances until 1927, the theatre then was used mostly as a cinema until 1976. In 1979, it was refurbished and reopened as a venue for live performance.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4592/f01ef42b-089d-41e1-ad14-24f85b8fcd07.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Buxton is a beautiful Spa Town in England which can be seen via this converted Milk Float that holds a maximum of 8 people. We took the hour long tour and it was very worthwhile! If your'e there, take time to drop into the Opera House where the tour starts from.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4592/ca1d0789-c6a5-4a78-a07d-c3f8c617360d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Buxton Attractions Let Expedia help you experience the best that Buxton has to offer! If you’re looking for fun itinerary ideas, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes. #### Activities and Tours Buxton is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Buxton to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind. If you’re planning a visit, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights. #### Buxton Attractions Expedia has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions to keep you entertained. In addition to scheduling local tours, booking reservations and scoring advance event tickets, Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, all on one consolidated travel itinerary, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Buxton. Looking for things to do can be time consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Buxton attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself Members save % or more when you book activities. --- ## Recommended things to do in Buxton | Number of things to do | 9 | | ------------------------------- | ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Indoor Illuminated 9 Hole Golf in Matlock Bath Peak District](/things-to-do/indoor-illuminated-9-hole-golf-in-matlock-bath-peak-district.a49451994.activity-details): CA $15 | | Top 5 things to do | [Idyllic England: Derbyshire & the Peak District from Manchester](/things-to-do/derbyshire-peak-district-pooles-cavern.a2220906.activity-details)[Indoor Illuminated 9 Hole Golf in Matlock Bath Peak District](/things-to-do/indoor-illuminated-9-hole-golf-in-matlock-bath-peak-district.a49451994.activity-details)[Peak District – Online Self-Guided Road Trip Plan](/things-to-do/peak-district-interactive-travel-guide.a48998383.activity-details)[Peak District (Yorkshire): Online Road Trip Guidebook](/things-to-do/peak-district-yorkshire-interactive-road-trip-guidebook.a48331054.activity-details)[Peak District Tour App, Hidden Gems Game and Big Britain Quiz (7 Day Pass) ...](/things-to-do/peak-district-tour-app-hidden-gems-game-and-big-britain-quiz-7-day-pass-uk.a4013795.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | | | With kids | [Idyllic England: Derbyshire & the Peak District from Manchester](/things-to-do/derbyshire-peak-district-pooles-cavern.a2220906.activity-details)[Indoor Illuminated 9 Hole Golf in Matlock Bath Peak District](/things-to-do/indoor-illuminated-9-hole-golf-in-matlock-bath-peak-district.a49451994.activity-details) | ## What to do in Buxton --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Buxton ![Victorian era Opera House that is still in use today. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4592/b51f0097-0223-4401-8385-a3af1d806a97.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Buxton Opera House You can make plans for a show at Buxton Opera House during your trip to Buxton. Check out the spas and top-notch restaurants in this quaint area. [](https://expedia.ca/Buxton-Opera-House-Buxton.d6087681.Vacation-Attraction) ![The Pavilion Gardens, Buxton, Derbyshire, UK, Shutterstock ID 685300546, Purchase Order: SP-1394 HA Batch 3 Part 1, Order Number: , Client/Licensee: HomeAway, Other: To be paid with HA budget](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6087683/32af3193-a5ef-4c4e-9096-bf89f1d7f568.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Pavilion Gardens Explore the great outdoors at Pavilion Gardens, a lovely green space in Buxton. Check out the spas and top-notch restaurants in this quaint area. [](https://expedia.ca/Pavilion-Gardens-Buxton.d6087683.Vacation-Attraction) #### The Crescent You can find out about the history of Buxton with a visit to The Crescent. Check out the spas and lively bars in this quaint area. [](https://expedia.ca/The-Crescent-Buxton.d6087685.Vacation-Attraction) #### Derbyshire Dales National Nature Reserve Explore the great outdoors at Derbyshire Dales National Nature Reserve, a lovely green space in Buxton. Wander the gardens or discover the countryside in this quaint area. [](https://expedia.ca/Derbyshire-Dales-National-Nature-Reserve-Buxton.d553248635976197052.Vacation-Attraction) #### Goyt Valley You can take time to visit Goyt Valley during your travels to Buxton. Discover the beautiful countryside and lively bars in this quaint area. [](https://expedia.ca/Goyt-Valley-Buxton.d553248621555971421.Vacation-Attraction) #### Devonshire Dome You can learn about the history of Buxton with a trip to Devonshire Dome. Discover the beautiful countryside and spas in this quaint area. [](https://expedia.ca/Devonshire-Dome-Buxton.d553248621533024631.Vacation-Attraction) #### Poole's Cavern Enjoy the beautiful countryside and explore Poole's Cavern, a lovely green space in Buxton. Check out the spas and lively bars in this quaint area. [](https://expedia.ca/Pooles-Cavern-Buxton.d6087689.Vacation-Attraction) #### Buxton Baths You can do some window-shopping at Buxton Baths during your visit to Buxton. Check out the spas and top-notch restaurants in this quaint area. [](https://expedia.ca/Buxton-Baths-Buxton.d553248621533024634.Vacation-Attraction) #### Tideswell School of Food Enjoy the collegiate vibe at Tideswell School of Food as part of your travels around Tideswell. Discover the beautiful countryside and top-notch restaurants in this quaint area. [](https://expedia.ca/Tideswell-School-Of-Food-Buxton.d553248621532492703.Vacation-Attraction) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Day trip destinations from Buxton ![Walking down from Mount Snowdon on the Llanberis Path, Snowdonia, Gwynedd, Wales, UK - looking north towards the Clogwyn station, Llyn Padarn and Llanberis](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6141419/c4dfad58-52d9-4e37-ac3d-b9c553f55541.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### High Peak ![Hope valley and Mam Tor near Castleton. Peak District. England](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6144845/2a508829-3851-4b39-9f68-5d224eed9f41.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Hope Valley ![Tideswell from Conjoint Lane](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4592/ea280acb-bbb9-46fe-be8a-28e0918efb45.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) [Photo](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0) by [Peter Barr](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/28954) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ### Tideswell ![A panoramic view across the dales towards farmland from the path leading to Luds Church in Staffordshire in summertime](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6347643/06747a80-87c2-4b25-b943-84048df45e81.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Leek ![Site of Ecton station, Manifold Valley, 1993. View SE, towards Waterhouses: ex-North Stafford Railway, Manifold Light Railway, Waterhouses - Hulme End, which had a short life of 30 years and closed 12/3/34](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000009450/ad192f1f-f37d-4960-b8fe-0a088a16f58f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) [Photo](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0) by [Ben Brooksbank](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/44502) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ### Warslow ![New Mills, England, UK - July 2, 2018: A traditional mill factory, now home to Swizzels Matlow Confectionary (manufacturers of Love Hearts), stands on](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000010243/045e6a94-c156-46f9-9ed6-14eb2743bad3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Peak Forest ![Sycamore Inn & St Peter's Church, Parwich St Peter’s Church was built in 1873, but its style is from an earlier period. The previous church stood on the same site for over 800 years before it was removed to make way for this church.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000010251/a863f23a-75e0-4d08-a189-53ed27836313.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) [Photo](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0) by [Peter Tarleton](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/12907) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ### Parwich ![Footpath at Fern Dale](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000010482/cbee9f23-3671-4f25-b619-8244316cac02.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) [Photo](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0) by [Row17](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/17899) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ### Monyash ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Buxton worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Buxton? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Buxton? ### Is three days enough to stay in Buxton? ### What are some activities to do in Buxton with kids? > - [Idyllic England: Derbyshire & the Peak District from Manchester](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/derbyshire-peak-district-pooles-cavern.a2220906.activity-details) > - [Indoor Illuminated 9 Hole Golf in Matlock Bath Peak District](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/indoor-illuminated-9-hole-golf-in-matlock-bath-peak-district.a49451994.activity-details) ### What to do in Buxton for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Buxton? ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels and earn double points when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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