Lye Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
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.
Cadbury World
Savour sweet delights and learn about the history of one of the largest chocolate manufacturers in the world.
Villa Park
Catch an event at Villa Park during your trip to Birmingham. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its entertainment choices.
University of Birmingham
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 lively bars.
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.
Activities
The Sinister Side of Shakespeare's Stratford Walking Tour
Birmingham: Victorian Canals and Modern-Day Birmingham Tour
Birmingham: Slogging Gangs Guided Walking Tour
Stratford-upon-Avon: Anne Hathaway's Cottage Entry ticket
Stratford-upon-Avon: Shakespeare's Birthplace Ticket
Our pick of the best Lye Hotel Deals
The Arden Hotel & Leisure Club
Great location, large clean rooms, friendly staff, dated with noisy windows. Comfy bed, good shower, excellent WiFi. Close to NEC, train station and airport.
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
Crowne Plaza Birmingham City Centre by IHG
Great stay. Was able to check in early. Breakfast was as good as I’ve ever had! Thank you. Go Villa!
Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026
Forest of Arden Hotel & Country Club
Staff very friendly and helpful, food good at dinner and breakfast, and not overpriced. Bed comfortable and room quiet. Shower water pressure not great and breakfast coffee awful.
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
The Grand Hotel Birmingham
Lovely sized rooms. Only downside was the bar stopped serving food at 7pm.
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
Holiday Inn Express Birmingham - City Centre by IHG
Room a little tired, tv signal worked intermitantly and sink was blocked
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
Holiday Inn Birmingham City Centre by IHG
We use this hotel as it is central to theatre land and lots of great restaurants. Room was excellent, clean and very comfortable. The only downside was our complimentary mini bar had not been restocked after the previous occupancy. This was soon rectified following a call to reception. The staff ...
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Lye
Harborne
Travellers enjoy Harborne for its parks and casinos. Consider checking out Hagley Road while you're in the area.
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.
Bournville
Bournville is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Cadbury World and Selly Manor 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.
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.
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.
