City Centre Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
Wolverhampton Grand Theatre
Broadway musicals, interpretations of iconic operas and tributes to world-famous musicians are some of the highlights of this theater’s schedule.
Wolverhampton Art Gallery
From Georgian-era masterpieces to works by acclaimed pop artists, there are over 300 years of art and social history to discover at this superb museum.
National Exhibition Centre
Learn about the events happening in National Exhibition Centre during your trip to Birmingham. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene and shops in this walkable area.
Villa Park
Catch an event at Villa Park during your trip to Birmingham. Discover the area's lively bars and its entertainment choices.
International Convention Centre
Remarkably elegant and extremely well-equipped, Birmingham’s most ambitious venue hosts more than 350 different events every year.
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 walkable area.
Activities
West Bromwich: Bouldering Session in Boulder Central
The Hunt, an exciting cat-and-mouse game in Dudley
Our pick of the best City Centre Hotel Deals
Crowne Plaza Birmingham City Centre by IHG
Good
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
The Grand Hotel Birmingham
The early check in was most appreciated!
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Malmaison Birmingham
Room great, breakfast small room for tbe number of people, general queing for coffee etc
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
ibis budget Birmingham Centre
The room was small but clean, the bed was alright, parking was good £10 a night, breakfast was alright. For the money we paid it was a good deal.
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Holiday Inn Birmingham City Centre by IHG
When I went to my room and put on the sink tap to wash my hands the water was running brown substance even from bathroom. Was just told it’s ok as tank change, but Isn’t reassured with my concerns, wouldn’t recommend to be honest
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Holiday Inn Express Birmingham - City Centre by IHG
One of the better Holliday Express Inns We have stayed in. Very clean, staff friendly. Can’t fault anything.
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around City Centre
Great Barr
Visitors to Great Barr enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Sandwell Valley Country Park is worth a stop.
Perry Barr
While visiting Perry Barr, you might make a stop by sights like Birmingham Speedway and Birmingham Greyhound Stadium Perry Barr.
Edgbaston
Take time in Edgbaston to visit attractions like Hagley Road and Birmingham Botanical Gardens. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at Edgbaston Village Station to see more of the city.
Jewellery Quarter
Shopping, restaurants and theatres are just a few things travellers like about Jewellery Quarter. Sights like Museum of the Jewellery Quarter and TeamSport Indoor Karting Gosport are spots to explore, and you can get around the greater Birmingham area at Jewellery Quarter Tram Stop.
Harborne
Travellers enjoy Harborne for its parks and casinos. Consider checking out Hagley Road while you're in the area.
Westside
Known for its fantastic nightlife and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Westside. Check out top attractions like Utilita Arena Birmingham and Broad Street, and jump on the metro at Five Ways Tram Stop or Brindley Place Tram Stop to see more of the city.
