Things To Do in Birmingham, England

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Birmingham Attractions

If trades excite you, no doubt you've heard of Great Britain's Birmingham, the Workshop of the World. If you're thinking about making a trip to the Second City, Expedia is your free travel guide with plenty of resources on attractions in Birmingham. Affectionately known as Brum to local residents, you'll want to make a stop at all of the must see places when on your Birmingham excursions. Looking for things to do in Birmingham? Look to expedia.ca to take Birmingham tours and find Birmingham activities.

Birmingham is bursting with flavor, with pubs, clubs, and wine bars interspersed among the giants of industry. For the chocolate lover, Cadbury World is one of the top tourist destinations. Need a walk down Memory Lane? The Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery will give you plenty of food for thought. The Birmingham Botanical Gardens and Birmingham Nature Centre are perfect for the outdoor enthusiast. Pop over to Blakesley Hall to see Tudor architecture and one of the oldest buildings still standing in the city. If your lie in all things spiritual, the Birmingham Oratory had best be on your list as you take out your map of the city.

Looking for more spots to fill your itinerary? Say no more. Expedia is only the click of a button away with suggestions for Birmingham attractions. Do you like all things that glitter? You'll want to venture into the Museum of the Jewellery Quarter. The Sarehole Mill is a historic site. Once a water mill, it has been converted into a museum. The Clent Hills will provide you with an excellent walking tour where you can see standing stones that call to mind the famed Stonehenge.

See as much as you can and be prepared to come back for more in Birmingham before your expand your travels to other favorites in Great Britain. The British Isles await you and expedia.ca is a great travel coordinator. Find the deals for your flight and discounts on rooms as well. Make all of your travel plans with ease and get ready to pack in as much fun as you can.


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Bullring Shopping Centre

Birmingham City Centre

4/5(39 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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Edgbaston

3.5/5(6 area reviews)

Edgbaston is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Hagley Road and Birmingham Botanical Gardens while you're in town.

Edgbaston
Coventry featuring night scenes

Coventry City Centre

Coventry City Centre is noteworthy for its museums, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Coventry Cathedral and Coventry Transport Museum.

Coventry City Centre
Ikon Gallery which includes a square or plaza, night scenes and a city

Westside

4.5/5(3 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
Jewellery Quarter which includes heritage architecture and street scenes

Jewellery Quarter

Shopping, restaurants, and theaters are just a few things travelers like about Jewellery Quarter. Sights like Museum of the Jewellery Quarter and Royal Birmingham Society of Artists are spots to explore, and you can get around the greater Birmingham area at Jewellery Quarter Tram Stop.

Jewellery Quarter
Digbeth showing outdoor art

Digbeth

Bars, shopping, and historic sites are some highlights of Digbeth. Make a stop by Hurst Street or Shopping District while you're exploring.

Digbeth

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