Popular places to visit
Utilita Arena Birmingham
Catch an event at Utilita Arena Birmingham during your trip to Birmingham. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
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.
Villa Park
Catch an event at Villa Park during your trip to Birmingham. Discover the area's lively bars and its acclaimed theatre scene.
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.
Cadbury World
Savour sweet delights and learn about the history of one of the largest chocolate manufacturers in the world.
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
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
Tudor World Ghost Tour by Lantern light inside the building
Stratford-upon-Avon: Tudor World Museum Entrance Ticket
Our pick of the best Sheldon Hotel Deals
Crowne Plaza Birmingham City Centre by IHG
Very helpful and friendly staff. Very good room for family with the two double beds. Recommend the chicken balti if eating at the bar. Close to centre so easy walk in and to Utilita Arena. Would recommend.
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Leonardo Royal Hotel Birmingham
Good size room that was clean with good amenities. Friendly and helpful staff. Good breakfast but could be more organised.
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
The Arden Hotel & Leisure Club
Staff very helpful, even though we only had the bar food, it was excellent.
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
Genting Hotel & Spa at Resorts World Birmingham
Huge room and very comfortable
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025
Holiday Inn Express Birmingham Star City by IHG
Friendly staff. Large, clean rooms. Great breakfast.
Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025
Malmaison Birmingham
Spacious clean room
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Sheldon
Marston Green
Well liked for its restaurants and museums, Marston Green is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like bp pulse LIVE and Resorts World Birmingham, and jump on the metro at Air Rail Link Tram Stop to get around the city.
Acocks Green
While visiting Acocks Green, you might make a stop by sights like Acocks Green Bowl and Megazone.
Shirley
Shirley might not have many top sights, but Shirley Golf Club and Edgbaston Stadium are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Coleshill
Visitors to Coleshill appreciate its restaurants. A visit to Maxstoke Park Golf Club and bp pulse LIVE might round out your trip if you're looking to see more of the area.
Digbeth
Bars, shopping and historical sites are just a few things travellers enjoy about Digbeth. Check out Hurst Street or Shopping District while you're exploring the area.
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 Thinktank Birmingham Science Museum or O2 Institute.
