Birmingham City Centre Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Bullring & Grand Central
An ultra-modern complex, this shopping destination is built on the site of a centuries-old marketplace, continuing Birmingham’s tradition of commerce and ambition.
Broad Street
During your visit to Birmingham, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Broad Street. Discover the lively bars and great live music in this family-friendly area.
International Convention Centre
Remarkably elegant and extremely well-equipped, Birmingham’s most ambitious venue hosts more than 350 different events every year.
Symphony Hall
Take in the cream of the musical world at this fabulous concert venue, considered one of the finest of its kind in the world.
The Mailbox
This upmarket shopping centre is the perfect place for some retail therapy or an atmospheric canal-side meal.
National SEA LIFE Centre
Make time in your itinerary to visit the sea life who live at National SEA LIFE Centre during your trip to Birmingham. Discover the area's acclaimed theatre scene and shops.
Activities
Birmingham: Victorian Canals and Modern-Day Birmingham Tour
Birmingham: Slogging Gangs Guided Walking Tour
SEA LIFE Birmingham & Cadbury World Combo Ticket
Birmingham: Discovering Birmingham Walking Tour
SEA LIFE Birmingham + Warwick Castle Combo Ticket
Our pick of the best Birmingham City Centre Hotel Deals
Crowne Plaza Birmingham City Centre by IHG
Our hotel stay was lovely staff very friendly and helpful, our room was on the 4th floor very quiet family room, beds very comfortable & pillows lovely sheets room clean good choice on teas coffees & hot chocolate with biscuits and mint chocolate coins. The TV channel choice was really good. Great ...
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
The Grand Hotel Birmingham
Clean room, staff are really friendly.
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Holiday Inn Express Birmingham - City Centre by IHG
Staff
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
B&B HOTEL Birmingham Centre
Clean comfortable rooms and good location within 5 minute walk of grand central. Only knocking a point off due to thin walls between rooms making noise a bit of an issue. Otherwise a pleasant stay
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Holiday Inn Birmingham City Centre by IHG
Excellent location
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
Malmaison Birmingham
Friendly and efficient staff. Amazing water pressure. Quiet. Very comfy bed & pillows and fluffy towels.
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Birmingham City Centre
Colmore Business District
Noted for its shopping and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Colmore Business District. Top attractions like Birmingham Cathedral and Victoria Square are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Bull Street Station or Corporation Street Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Chinese Quarter
Chinese Quarter is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Birmingham Hippodrome and The Arcadian while in the area.
Convention Quarter
Known for its fantastic nightlife and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Convention Quarter. Check out top attractions like Symphony Hall and Industry and Genius, and jump on the metro at Library Tram Stop or Brindley Place Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Eastside
Eastside is popular for its lively bars, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Millennium Point or Thinktank Birmingham Science Museum.
Westside
Known for its fantastic nightlife and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Westside. Check out top attractions like Broad Street and National SEA LIFE Centre, and jump on the metro at Five Ways Tram Stop or Brindley Place Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Jewellery Quarter
Shopping, restaurants and theatres are just a few things travellers like about Jewellery Quarter. Sights like Chamberlain Clock and Museum of the Jewellery Quarter are spots to explore, and you can get around the greater Birmingham area at Jewellery Quarter Tram Stop.
Birmingham City Centre Travel Guide
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