Top things to do in Birmingham
Attractions, tours and activities in Birmingham
Birmingham: the city's best neighbourhoods
Find a great area to stay in Birmingham
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Jewellery Quarter
0.9 miles from city centre
Arrive bare-necked and leave dripping with diamonds. This semi-residential area holds over a hundred jewellery stores. Buy truly outrageous gems from Mitchel and Co., or find an artisan to craft your perfect bespoke piece – which usually sell for much less than popular retailers. For divine inspiration, stop by the Museum of the Jewellery Quarter.
Places to stay from £19 per night
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The Westside
0.9 miles from city centre
Westside has gone from blah to hurrah! In mere decades, it rocketed from fun-free industrial zone to an entertainment free-for-all. Walk the series of Canals in the Gas Street Basin, shop it up on Broad Street, get literary inspiration in the new Library of Birmingham, or stare at the Rubick's cube that is "The Cube".
Places to stay from £42 per night
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Chinatown
0.6 miles from city centre
Chinatown had us fooled – it’s nowhere near as big as China, but the breadth of restaurants here is truly staggering. Luscious Asian cuisines are ripe for the picking, with restaurants that sell everything from bento boxes to egg foo yong. The area is plonked amidst a series of trendy nightclubs, just a stone’s throw from New Street Station.
Places to stay from £29 per night
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Gay Village Birmingham
0.7 miles from city centre
Out and proud, or just ready to get loud? Hit Hurst Street's nightspots for a howler of a glitter-filled evening. Drag queens, leather kings and fun-loving locals create a jubilant atmosphere. From cocktails to cabarets - and with nary a dowdy outfit in sight, thanks to the Bullring Mall next door - the village never runs out of steam.
Places to stay from £38 per night
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Theatreland Birmingham
0.6 miles from city centre
Get a box seat at the best theatres in town. The Hippodrome, New Alexandra Theatre and the Old Rep represent the triumverate of noteworthy theatres in the area. From touring productions to musicals, foot tap the night away in style. After curtain call, head to one of the area's swanky restaurants.
Places to stay from £25 per night
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Digbeth
0.6 miles from city centre
Do you dig? Birmingham’s creative quarter is a laid-back place to dive into the city’s heritage. The Typhoo Tea HQ and Wharf and Banana Warehouse underline the area’s industrial roots, which have given way to a hip café culture. Explore the vintage boutiques in the legendary Custard Factory, or snap funky street art like the mosaicked JFK Mural.
Places to stay from £13 per night
About Birmingham
Including tips for the best time to visit Birmingham
Renowned for its network of canals and constantly changing skyline, Birmingham blends heritage with modernity. From historical museums to contemporary architecture, the city is burgeoning with things to do.
The cultural highlights of Birmingham are on full display at its museums. Stroll through the city centre to visit Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, where you’ll find pre-Raphaelite artworks, original Leonardo Da Vinci drawings and ancient artefacts from around the world. A tour of the Museum of the Jewellery Quarter and the Coffin Works museum will provide insights into the city's industrial past. On a trip to Cadbury World, you can snack on chocolate bars while wandering the premises and even buy chocolate-themed souvenirs to take home.
On your Birmingham holiday, you’ll find a plethora of activities to keep you engaged and entertained. A leisurely walk around the canal quarter – dotted with lively pubs and restaurants – is a great way to spend the evening. Pack up a picnic and head to the Birmingham Botanical Gardens or drive to the National SEA LIFE Centre Birmingham nearby, which is well-known for its 360-degree oceanic tunnel offering views of sharks, jellyfish and other marine life.
It's quite easy to indulge in retail therapy at Birmingham. Bullring & Grand Central, with its iconic structure, is a giant of a mall that offers a range of clothing, dining and entertainment options. For an upscale shopping experience, head to Mailbox Birmingham or the Great Western Arcade, which is housed in a Victorian building.
Tonight
From £415 per night
Next weekend
From £113 per night
| Most popular time to visit | October–December |
| Cheapest time to visit | January–March |
| Local currency | GBP |
| Language | English |
| Average weekend price | £103 per night |
| Average weekday price | £103 per night |
| Typical stay | 1 night |
Points of interest in Birmingham
Stay near the top sightseeing spots in Birmingham
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Broad Street
1 miles from city centre
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Bullring Shopping Centre
0.4 miles from city centre
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The Mailbox
0.7 miles from city centre
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O2 Academy Birmingham
0.7 miles from city centre
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Symphony Hall
0.8 miles from city centre
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Villa Park
1.9 miles from city centre
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Brindleyplace
1 miles from city centre
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Hurst Street
0.6 miles from city centre
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Birmingham Christmas Market
0.5 miles from city centre
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The Arcadian Centre
0.6 miles from city centre
Birmingham reviews
What other travellers say about Birmingham
I've lived in Birmingham most of my life but moved to...
22 April 2024
I've lived in Birmingham most of my life but moved to Wales last year. Its ok to visit but not to live there. As the crime rate has shot up. Its now very expensive to live there. I'm glad to be out of it.
Birmingham is a busy and growing city with a lot of...
12 April 2024
Birmingham is a busy and growing city with a lot of development going on. But there are great museums, a sea life centre, Legoland, a lot to see. The best thing is that it´s within a day's trip to Leicester, Coventry, Warwick, Stratford, and many more splendid places.
This property is a scam!
5 April 2024
This property is a scam! We are not very happy for it was so dirty and disgusting! It was totally different from the picrure to the actual place!!! All bedsheets and duveys are so dirty,stinky and blood stain! The kitchen is full of mess and rubbish! The sitting area are full of chewing gums! The toilet bowl is full of poo! The sink a lot of hair!!!! A normal people cannot stay on that kind of place! Booking.com should give us a full refund!!!!which they never did!
Since building the tram ways into Birmingham is has made it...
31 March 2024
Since building the tram ways into Birmingham is has made it safe for pedestrians but taken away the vibe the buzz of socialising and pushed it into down town Birmingham where the train station is. Watch your pockets get drained by over pricing your pocket, we were over charged for a meal by £30 they blamed it on the technology they were using.
Fantastic compact City, with everything you would need for a...
25 March 2024
Fantastic compact City, with everything you would need for a short stay. It was so easy to navigate and the bars, restaurants and hotel we experienced were top notch. The canal area with it's lively restaurants is a real buzz, if you like that! We came from Ireland and it really was a hop and a skip to get right to the centre of the City from our own doorstep. I would highly recommend Birmingham for a visit if you like shopping, restaurants and very friendly people. We will be back!
Extremely impressed by Birmingham and ideal for a short...
24 March 2024
Extremely impressed by Birmingham and ideal for a short break. The canal, Westside area has been completely redeveloped. There are many restaurants, theatres, a concert hall and arena all around the canal area. It’s all beautifully clean, modern with lots to see and do. It’s only a short walk to the Bull Ring offering a great selection of shops and places to eat. Central Birmingham has been reinvented over the last decade! Well worth a visit.
Popular places to stay in Birmingham
Stay in some of the best accommodation Birmingham has to offer
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Apex Lofts Suite - Modern 2 bed with rooftop terrace Birmingham City Centre, Birmingham
From £162.60 per night
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Birmingham Fully Furnished Modern Home with Free Parking, Private Garden, Sleep 9 - 5 minutes drive to City Centre Pets are allowed Birmingham City Centre, Birmingham
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Elite luxury apartment Jewellery Quarter, Birmingham
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OneFiveSix - Unique Apartments Jewellery Quarter, Birmingham
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The Grand Hotel Birmingham Business District, Birmingham
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