Westside Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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.
Broad Street
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.
The Mailbox
This upmarket shopping centre is the perfect place for some retail therapy or an atmospheric canal-side meal.
Brindleyplace
After visiting Brindleyplace, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Birmingham. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its lively bars.
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.
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 Westside Hotel Deals
ibis budget Birmingham Centre
"a perfect location with great parking."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Crowne Plaza Birmingham City Centre by IHG
"Great stay, friendly staff, refurbished hotel, brilliant buffet breakfast"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Malmaison Birmingham
"The hotel is looking dated and tired. The bar and public area are nice enough but the rooms really need updating. My room had hardly any water pressure. It was difficult to brush my teeth let alone take a shower."
Reviewed on 29 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
Hampton by Hilton Birmingham Broad Street
"Great stay have stayed at this hotel several times, breakfast good, staff pleasant, good location. Normally I love the bed/pillows but the room thistime was lumpy but wouldn't put me off going again 😀"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Westside
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 Library of Birmingham, and jump on the metro at Library Tram Stop or Brindley Place 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.
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.
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.
