Peterborough itinerary

1 day in Peterborough

One day in Peterborough is enough for its centre and one real meal — here's how to spend it, plus what's genuinely on while you're there.

Your one day in Peterborough

With a single day, stay close to Peterborough's walkable centre: its best-known sights, a market or waterfront stretch, and one proper sit-down meal rather than rushing between many stops.

Check what's on below before you go — a live event on your day is the easiest way to fill an evening without extra planning.

What's on during your visit

August 2026

An event venue.

Mansfield Town

Weston Homes StadiumSat, Aug 22Events
A live music performance.

CUD

The Met LoungeFri, Aug 28Music

🎟️ From £28

September 2026

Kane Brown - Crowd Work King

Kane Brown - Crowd Work King

Key TheatreFri, Sep 18Culture & Art
Alan Davies - Think Ahead

Alan Davies - Think Ahead

New Theatre PeterboroughThu, Sep 24Culture & Art
Al Murray - All You Need Is Guv

Al Murray - All You Need Is Guv

The CressetThu, Sep 24Culture & Art

🎟️ From £35

A cultural venue set for a performance or exhibition.

HI ON MAIDEN -Somewhere back in Rio Tour 2026

The Met LoungeSat, Sep 19Culture & Art

🎟️ From £13

October 2026

A cultural venue set for a performance or exhibition.

Aurie Styla: Maverick

The Key TheatreFri, Oct 2Culture & Art

🎟️ From £22

A cultural venue set for a performance or exhibition.

DIS-OBEY

The Met LoungeSun, Oct 11Culture & Art

🎟️ From £10

Flo & Joan - With Feeling

Flo & Joan - With Feeling

Key TheatreFri, Oct 23Culture & Art

🎟️ From £33

Whitney Queen of the Night

Whitney Queen of the Night

New Theatre PeterboroughSun, Oct 25Music
Chris Ramsey: Here Man

Chris Ramsey: Here Man

The CressetThu, Oct 29Culture & Art
Scouting For Girls Live in Peterborough Cathedral

Scouting For Girls Live in Peterborough Cathedral

Peterborough CathedralFri, Oct 30Music
Alasdair Beckett-King: King of Crumbs

Alasdair Beckett-King: King of Crumbs

Key TheatreFri, Oct 30Culture & Art

November 2026

A cultural venue set for a performance or exhibition.

SKINNY LISTER - The Devil,The Heart,The Fight

The Met LoungeSun, Nov 1Culture & Art

🎟️ From £24

Classically Kate Bush

Classically Kate Bush

New Theatre PeterboroughSat, Nov 7Music
A cultural venue set for a performance or exhibition.

THE JAM UK - the ultimate Jam Tribute show

The Met LoungeSat, Nov 7Culture & Art

🎟️ From £13

A cultural venue set for a performance or exhibition.

Gary Delaney: Gary On Laughing

New TheatreWed, Nov 11Culture & Art

🎟️ From £32

NICK HEYWARD - The 12 Dates of Christmas

NICK HEYWARD - The 12 Dates of Christmas

Peterborough CathedralMon, Nov 16Music

🎟️ From £46

Susan Calman: Tall Tales

Susan Calman: Tall Tales

The CressetThu, Nov 19Culture & Art
The Amy Winehouse Band: Back to Black 20th Anniversary Tour

The Amy Winehouse Band: Back to Black 20th Anniversary Tour

New Theatre PeterboroughSat, Nov 21Music
Simon Brodkin: Unleashed

Simon Brodkin: Unleashed

New Theatre PeterboroughSun, Nov 22Culture & Art
Russell Howard - Don't Tell The Algorithm

Russell Howard - Don't Tell The Algorithm

New Theatre PeterboroughThu, Nov 26Culture & Art

🎟️ From £41

A cultural venue set for a performance or exhibition.

COURTNEY HADWIN + special guests

The Met LoungeFri, Nov 20Culture & Art

🎟️ From £18

Russell Howard - Don't Tell The Algorithm

Russell Howard - Don't Tell The Algorithm

New Theatre PeterboroughFri, Nov 27Culture & Art

🎟️ From £41

FAQ

Is 1 day enough for Peterborough?
A single day covers Peterborough's walkable centre comfortably; add a second day if you also want a day trip or a slower pace.
What's the best way to get around Peterborough in 1 day?
Stick to walking and local transport for the centre; for anywhere further out, check Peterborough's local transport options before you go.