Convention Quarter Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Convention Quarter
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Library of Birmingham
This landmark facility houses a wonderful collection of Shakespearian objects, along with preserved greeting cards and books.
Birmingham Repertory Theatre
You can enjoy a show at Birmingham Repertory Theatre during your stay in Birmingham. Discover the area's fascinating museums and shops.
Ikon Gallery
This dynamic gallery combines a passion for the avant-garde with a commitment to making contemporary art more accessible.
Activities
Birmingham: Victorian Canals and Modern-Day Birmingham Tour
Birmingham City Centre Daily Walking Tour (10:30am & 2pm)
Birmingham: Discovering Birmingham Walking Tour
Birmingham: The National Motorcycle Museum Ticket
Our pick of the best Convention Quarter Hotel Deals
Crowne Plaza Birmingham City Centre by IHG
"Great stay, friendly staff, refurbished hotel, brilliant buffet breakfast"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Holiday Inn Express Birmingham - City Centre by IHG
"Lovely check in and room/ facilities very good. 10 mins’ walk to/from New St station. Breakfast good choices/ options. Not much atmosphere for evening drink but minor matter as on the whole you will be out enjoying the city itself."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Leonardo Royal Hotel Birmingham
"Lovely welcome to the hotel, donuts and ice cold drinks were much needed after a long hot journey. Check-in was great, had a lovely lady run us through it. Rooms were immaculately clean. Coffee was exceptional and great for the next morning after a late night. The White Company toiletries were such ..."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Birmingham Brindley Place
Hyatt Regency Birmingham
"Excellent hotel, very comfortable bed."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Novotel Birmingham Centre
"Bar closes too early when an event is happening. 11:30pm is unacceptable! Wifi on both networks cannot manage Zoom meetings, so not a good hotel if you want to work. There is no air conditioning, just a some other older cooling system, that cannot cope. On the plus side, the food was really good ..."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Convention Quarter
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.
Birmingham City Centre
Known for its fantastic nightlife and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Birmingham City Centre. Check out top attractions like Birmingham Cathedral and Victoria Square, and jump on the metro at Grand Central Tram Stop or Corporation Street Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Theatreland Birmingham
Theatreland Birmingham is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Birmingham Hippodrome and The Arcadian while in the area.
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.
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.
Jewellery Quarter
Shopping, restaurants and theatres are just a few things travellers like about Jewellery Quarter. Sights like Museum of the Jewellery Quarter and Chamberlain Clock are spots to explore, and you can get around the greater Birmingham area at Jewellery Quarter Tram Stop.
