Eastside Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Aston University
Explore the campus of Aston University during your trip to Birmingham. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Thinktank Birmingham Science Museum
With four floors housing over 200 exhibits, this fascinating educational science centre will keep the whole family entertained for hours.
The Custard Factory
You can find out about the history of Birmingham with a visit to The Custard Factory. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices.
The Eastside Rooms
Learn about the events happening in The Eastside Rooms during your trip to Birmingham. Discover the area's entertainment choices and shops.
O2 Institute
O2 Institute is just one of the places to see in Birmingham, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's lively bars and its great live music.
Birmingham City University
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Birmingham City University during your trip to Birmingham. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its lively bars.
Activities
Birmingham: Victorian Canals and Modern-Day Birmingham Tour
Birmingham City Centre Daily Walking Tour (10:30am & 2pm)
SEA LIFE Birmingham & Cadbury World Combo Ticket
Birmingham: Discovering Birmingham Walking Tour
SEA LIFE Birmingham + Warwick Castle Combo Ticket
Our pick of the best Eastside Hotel Deals
Conference Aston Hotel - Birmingham City
"Comfy and clean."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Aparthotel Adagio Birmingham City Centre
"Nice"
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Aloft Birmingham Eastside
"W"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Clayton Hotel Birmingham
"nice staff"
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
ibis budget Birmingham Centre
"If you’re relying on laundry that it SAYS they have, they don’t have any. They tell you to walk down the street. And they did not care that they say they have laundry facilities on Expedia. Also the elevator was broken when we were there and there was a huge line to go up."
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Malmaison Birmingham
"Lovely room, comfy beds, spa was amazing"
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Eastside
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
