Handsworth Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

View of the St Michael's Church, Handsworth in Birmingham
View of the St Michael's Church, Handsworth in Birmingham

Popular places to visit

The famous Holte End at Villa Park - home of Aston Villa. They didn't actually offer stadium tours, but I sweet talked security and was allowed to explore the whole place unattended!

Villa Park

Catch an event at Villa Park during your trip to Birmingham. Discover the area's lively bars and its acclaimed theatre scene.

Villa Park
Cadbury World featuring signage, heritage architecture and cbd

Cadbury World

3.5/5(4 reviews)

Savour sweet delights and learn about the history of one of the largest chocolate manufacturers in the world.

Cadbury World
Birmingham Town Hall UK

Broad Street

4/5(8 reviews)

During your visit to Birmingham, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Broad Street. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed theatre scene in this romantic area.

Broad Street
Bullring Shopping Centre featuring modern architecture and shopping

Bullring & Grand Central

4/5(22 reviews)

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.

Bullring & Grand Central
Sat outside NEC Birmingham

National Exhibition Centre

4.5/5(8 reviews)

Learn about the events happening in National Exhibition Centre during your trip to Birmingham. Discover the entertainment choices and shops in this walkable area.

National Exhibition Centre
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University of Birmingham

4/5(1 review)

Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University of Birmingham during your travels in Birmingham. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

University of Birmingham

Activities

Picture 1 for Activity Birmingham: Victorian Canals to Today's City Walking Tour

Birmingham: Victorian Canals and Modern-Day Birmingham Tour

AU$29
per adult
Birmingham: Victorian Canals and Modern-Day Birmingham Tour
The Sinister Side of Shakespeare's Stratford Walking Tour

The Sinister Side of Shakespeare's Stratford Walking Tour

AU$23
per adult
The Sinister Side of Shakespeare's Stratford Walking Tour
Birmingham: Slogging Gangs Guided Walking Tour

Birmingham: Slogging Gangs Guided Walking Tour

AU$39
per adult
Birmingham: Slogging Gangs Guided Walking Tour
Warwick Castle Tickets

Warwick Castle Tickets

AU$43
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Warwick Castle Tickets
Wilfred Warden will make sure you never want to leave!

Tudor World Ghost Tour by Lantern light inside the building

AU$18
per adult
Tudor World Ghost Tour by Lantern light inside the building
Stratford-upon-Avon: Tudor World Museum Entrance Ticket

Stratford-upon-Avon: Tudor World Museum Entrance Ticket

AU$16
per adult
Stratford-upon-Avon: Tudor World Museum Entrance Ticket
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Our pick of the best Handsworth Hotel Deals

ibis Styles Birmingham NEC and Airport

ibis Styles Birmingham NEC and Airport

3 out of 5
Bickenhill Lane Birmingham England
The price is AU$134 per night from 15 Feb to 16 Feb
AU$134
15 Feb - 16 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Birmingham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,056 reviews)
Functional hotel currently being upgraded. Check in was very good, rooms clean and decent breakfast all for a reasonable price. Purpose of staying was for attending a gig at the BP Arena part of the NEC which was about 15 minute walk away.

Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026

ibis Styles Birmingham NEC and Airport
The Arden Hotel & Leisure Club

The Arden Hotel & Leisure Club

3 out of 5
Coventry Road, Bickenhill Solihull England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$118 per night from 9 Mar to 10 Mar
AU$118
9 Mar - 10 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Solihull. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,492 reviews)
Free parking, dog friendly and stones throw to BP Pulse. The hotel was spacious and bright. Food 5* staff 5* rooms 5* and very reasonable prices for food and drink, rooms a god price too. I will definitely stay the again, very happy customers 😊

Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026

The Arden Hotel & Leisure Club
Malmaison Birmingham

Malmaison Birmingham

4 out of 5
1 Wharfside Birmingham England
The price is AU$153 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
AU$153
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this boutique hotel in Birmingham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,100 reviews)
Room was spotless, bed was comfy. Highly recommend

Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026

Malmaison Birmingham
Holiday Inn Express Birmingham - City Centre by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Birmingham - City Centre by IHG

3.5 out of 5
19 Holiday Street Birmingham England
The price is AU$113 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
AU$113
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Birmingham. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,931 reviews)
Perfect

Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026

Holiday Inn Express Birmingham - City Centre by IHG
Crowne Plaza Birmingham City Centre by IHG

Crowne Plaza Birmingham City Centre by IHG

4 out of 5
Central Square, Holliday Street Birmingham England
The price is AU$151 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
AU$151
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Birmingham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,135 reviews)
Member of staff at book in very good.

Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026

Crowne Plaza Birmingham City Centre by IHG
Genting Hotel & Spa at Resorts World Birmingham

Genting Hotel & Spa at Resorts World Birmingham

4 out of 5
Pendigo Way Birmingham England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$174 per night from 9 Mar to 10 Mar
AU$174
9 Mar - 10 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Birmingham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 18 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
Lovely hotel

Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026

Genting Hotel & Spa at Resorts World Birmingham
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Other neighbourhoods around Handsworth

Jewellery Quarter featuring street scenes and heritage architecture

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.

Jewellery Quarter
Sonnendurchfluteter Aston Park in Birmingham, Großbritannien

Aston

While Aston may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Aston Hall and Villa Park.

Aston
Interior of Birmingham Cathedral taken earlier today. Taken on a Sony a6000 with 7artisans fisheye lens.

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.

Colmore Business District
Birmingham City Centre

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.

Convention Quarter
Ikon Gallery featuring night scenes, a city and a square or plaza

Westside

3.5/5(2 area reviews)

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.

Westside
Bullring Shopping Centre

Birmingham City Centre

4/5(27 area reviews)

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.

Birmingham City Centre

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