Title: Visit Birmingham: Best of Birmingham Tourism | Expedia Travel Guide - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Birmingham](https://expedia.ca/Birmingham-Hotels.d6023342.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in Birmingham](https://expedia.ca/Birmingham-Vacation-Rentals.d6023342.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Flights to Birmingham](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Birmingham.d6023342.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Birmingham](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Birmingham.d6023342.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Birmingham Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Birmingham.d6023342.Car-Rental-Guide)[Birmingham Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Birmingham.d6023342.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Birmingham ## Travel Guide ![Victoria Square showing heritage architecture, flowers and a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6084149/193ccf75-dfd4-426b-9486-406ba8adb1f4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Victoria Square showing heritage architecture, flowers and a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6084149/193ccf75-dfd4-426b-9486-406ba8adb1f4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Birmingham](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6023342/17485185-c3ae-44c2-ae57-557c31529171.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Birmingham](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6023342/f5bfbde3-276c-403e-98f8-e8f61a674a5c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Stratford-upon-Avon featuring boating and a bay or harbour](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5703/91d75305-5bc3-404a-92bb-3a22d71d0d14.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Birmingham Where to stay Things to do #### The second-largest city in the U.K. is known for its museums and shopping, canals, food and music. Located in central England, Birmingham attracts visitors with its concert venues and shopping districts, art exhibitions, curry restaurants and chocolate factory. The city was at the heart of the industrial revolution in the 1700s and 1800s, with many advancements in technology and science developed in the city’s factories. Today, Birmingham is the second largest city in the United Kingdom. Getting around is made easy by an efficient public transport system of trains and buses. Explore the city’s canals – left over from the Industrial Revolution – by boat tour. Victoria Square is the focal point of the city many major attractions are within walking distance. Find Pre-Raphaelite masterpieces at the Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery. Shop for high-end clothing at The Mailbox, and admire the 18th-century architecture of Birmingham Cathedral. Learn about the impact of the Industrial Revolution at Thinktank Birmingham Science Museum. There are interactive activities for younger visitors, including a giant hamster wheel and square-wheeled wagon. Go to the Jewellery Quarter, just west of the city centre, to learn about a centuries-old industry and shop for handcrafted pieces. Head south of the centre to find chains stores and independent boutiques at the Bullring Shopping Centre. Birmingham’s music scene comes to life during the summer months. Enjoy free concerts during the Birmingham Jazz Festival. Listen to orchestras and world-famous musicians at Symphony Hall, a venue that hosts hundreds of events throughout the year.Take time to explore around 8,000 acres (3,237 hectares) of public green spaces. Sports enthusiasts will appreciate the golf courses and boating lakes at Sutton Park, north of the city centre. To the south, at Sarehole Mill, you can walk in the footsteps of J.R.R. Tolkien. Both are a short train ride from the city centre. Don’t miss out on Birmingham’s culinary scene, influenced by African, Caribbean, Chinese and Indian cultures. Visit the Curry Mile in the south of the city, so called for its large concentration of Indian restaurants, and get a chocolate hit during the tasting sessions at Cadbury World. ### Where to stay in Birmingham ![Bullring Shopping Centre](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6084073/b6d372d6-3323-4386-af83-c0fe83d362e8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Birmingham-Birmingham-City-Centre.dx6196039) ![Detail of the old church of Edgbaston in Birmingham, UK ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6231015/5a0e5650-51a9-439b-ba7e-8bebe6cb2a2e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Edgbaston 3.5/5(6 area reviews) Visitors often come to Edgbaston for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Hagley Road and Birmingham Botanical Gardens. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you catch a ride at Edgbaston Village Station. [](https://expedia.ca/Birmingham-Edgbaston.dx6231015) ![views from the towpath worcester and birmingham canal worestersh](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6231044/7f746136-ef51-4337-869f-b58f74e34eaf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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 Pendigo Lake, and jump on the metro at Air Rail Link Tram Stop to get around the city. [](https://expedia.ca/Birmingham-Marston-Green.dx6231044) ![The Council House, Coventry with the 90-metre spire of the war-ruined 14th-century St Michael's Cathedral visible behind. This building, built 1913-17, is a Grade II Listed Building in England.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635939576713/e106a67d-50df-44f4-bb83-f5030612233c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Coventry City Centre Coventry City Centre is noteworthy for its museums, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Coventry Transport Museum and Planet Ice Coventry. [](https://expedia.ca/Birmingham-Coventry-City-Centre.dx553248635939576713) ![Ikon Gallery featuring a square or plaza, night scenes and a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6084095/d91b1b6d-4b8a-40a0-acb5-c1eb179dd5d2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Birmingham-The-Westside.dx6231004) ![Digbeth showing outdoor art](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000662626/3cb79773-4968-40b3-b653-3f38dfa3421b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Digbeth Bars, shopping, and historic sites are some highlights of Digbeth. Make a stop by Hurst Street or Shopping District while you're exploring. [](https://expedia.ca/Digbeth.dx3000662626) - Birmingham Hotel Deals - Vacation Rentals in Birmingham ![ibis Styles Birmingham NEC and Airport](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2490000/2489300/2489218/eae9ba64_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### ibis Styles Birmingham NEC and Airport Bickenhill Lane Birmingham England CA $105 CA $126 total Feb 22 - Feb 23 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Birmingham. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (1,040 reviews) Clean tidy and modern. Only issue was trying to work out air con as the room was like a sauna and no instructions. Finally sorted after 4hrs Reviewed on Feb 3, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=2489218&PinnedHotelID=2489218&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6023342) ![The Arden Hotel & Leisure Club](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1190000/1184900/1184887/7d3fa632_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Arden Hotel & Leisure Club Coventry Road, Bickenhill Solihull England CA $118 CA $142 total Feb 15 - Feb 16 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Solihull. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (1,490 reviews) Friendly helpful staff 🙂 Reviewed on Feb 3, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F02%2F2026&endDate=16%2F02%2F2026&selected=1184887&PinnedHotelID=1184887&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6023342) ![Malmaison Birmingham](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7740000/7733800/7733742/2cb6fcaf_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Malmaison Birmingham 1 Wharfside Birmingham England CA $119 CA $142 total Feb 15 - Feb 16 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this boutique hotel in Birmingham. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,086 reviews) Excellent stay as always - friendly welcoming staff from check in to check out - a perfect stay - thank you. 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(1,175 reviews) Spacious and comfortable apartment. Parts of it were looking a little tired though and it could do with decorating. Otherwise fine. Breakfast was OK but a little expensive even at the discounted rate. Staff were friendly and helpful. Reviewed on Feb 4, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Birmingham-Hotels-Staycity-Aparthotels-Birmingham-Central-Newhall-Square.h12617521.Hotel-Information) ![Aparthotel Adagio Birmingham City Centre](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11460000/11451000/11450969/8577f99b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Aparthotel Adagio Birmingham City Centre 131 Digbeth Birmingham England Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Birmingham. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! 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They didn't actually offer stadium tours, but I sweet talked security and was allowed to explore the whole place unattended! ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/575/84b1f5c0-b464-4dce-b3e1-ff4313f7ed89.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Villa Park Catch an event at Villa Park during your trip to Birmingham. Discover the area's lively bars and its acclaimed theater scene. [](https://expedia.ca/Villa-Park-Birmingham.d6084151.Vacation-Attraction) ![Sat outside NEC Birmingham ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6231044/b3a459b6-9609-4ab0-8841-ed03e9c1f079.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### National Exhibition Centre Learn about the events happening at National Exhibition Centre during your trip to Birmingham. Discover the acclaimed theater scene and shops in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.ca/National-Exhibition-Centre-Marston-Green.d6046975.Vacation-Attraction) ![Birmingham City University, UK - Margaret Street campus.; Shutterstock ID 245154784; purchase_order: Comps; job: ; client: ; other:](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6084145/abca073a-bb86-4bb7-bae2-47c88c90c41c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### University of Birmingham Enjoy the collegiate vibe when you visit University of Birmingham, during your trip to Birmingham. Make time to visit the area's shops, or simply enjoy its lively bars. [](https://expedia.ca/University-Of-Birmingham-Birmingham.d6084145.Vacation-Attraction) ![Birmingham Town Hall UK](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6164483/451f8c3e-7a24-4cbe-b896-c82c63a766cb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Broad Street During your visit to Birmingham, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Broad Street. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed theater scene in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.ca/Broad-Street-Birmingham.d6164483.Vacation-Attraction) ![Bullring Shopping Centre which includes shopping and modern architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6084073/ddcc7db3-60f9-47db-a254-c15452debcf7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Bullring-Grand-Central-Birmingham-City-Centre.d6084073.Vacation-Attraction) ![Cadbury World showing signage, city views and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6084075/1c79be02-8ff4-445e-bdf8-6e8faf7aec40.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cadbury World Learn about the history of one of the world’s biggest chocolate manufacturers and sample various products at this interactive chocolate and entertainment center. [](https://expedia.ca/Cadbury-World-Bournville.d6084075.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![Birmingham: Slogging Gangs Guided Walking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48280773/5168628d-5902-44fc-accc-2a687e5a9b65.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Birmingham: Slogging Gangs Guided Walking Tour CA $37 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/birmingham-slogging-gangs-guided-walking-tour.a48280773.activity-details) ![Warwick Castle Tickets](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/515674/5f9ae297-947f-4352-b74e-9bfe4ec5c272.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Warwick Castle Tickets CA $41 per adult **86%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/warwick-castle-tickets.a515674.activity-details) ![The Sinister Side of Shakespeare's Stratford Walking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48272879/833b2e1b-b78c-48d7-864b-ca5d92a42328.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### The Sinister Side of Shakespeare's Stratford Walking Tour CA $22 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/the-sinister-side-of-shakespeares-stratford-walking-tour.a48272879.activity-details) ![Stratford-upon-Avon: Tudor World Museum Entrance Ticket](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48235440/3a0e9c6c-2487-4e9a-a331-64b52e0c5b0b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Stratford-upon-Avon: Tudor World Museum Entrance Ticket CA $15 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/stratford-upon-avon-tudor-world-museum-entrance-ticket.a48235440.activity-details) ![Cotswolds Full-Day Tour From Birmingham](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46934658/27ad6825-2b54-498c-9165-0b98563f97aa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cotswolds Full-Day Tour From Birmingham CA $149 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/cotswolds-full-day-tour-from-birmingham.a46934658.activity-details) ![Distillery Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1013868/73f5e148-0f2e-45ff-9151-d2aa568d7f13.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Shakespeare Distillery Tour - 11am Ticket CA $36 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/shakespeare-distillery-tour-11am-ticket.a1013868.activity-details) [See all activities in Birmingham](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Birmingham.d6023342.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near Birmingham ![The river Severn at Bewdley, the riverside cafe is very popular with cyclists on weekends. #River](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4568/7271263f-cb9d-46ab-ae7e-f654ae8c42b8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Bewdley ![Bluebell wood near Bromsgrove West Mids](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4587/80e2ba03-017e-49a3-a5fd-52a7211dd540.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Bromsgrove ![A great local museum for everyone, visit the Black Country Museum which is used for some of the sets in the Peaky Blinders hit TV series. Go back in time with shops, a pub, works and the canal.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4627/534ef7cf-7b95-49b4-95da-e77bf9fef1ce.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Dudley ![Over 900 years old, part mediaeval fortress and Elizabethan mansion it’s an impressive place to visit. Maintained and run by English Heritage there is a restored garden to explore as well as the opportunity to climb the towers for views across the surrounding countryside. There are often regular events run here too to enjoy.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4667/2761699a-5968-41f2-872d-048494c6cdde.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Kenilworth ### Other places like Birmingham - Cities near Birmingham - Places of interest [Bewdley](https://expedia.ca/Bewdley.dx4568)[Bromsgrove](https://expedia.ca/Bromsgrove.dx4587)[Dudley](https://expedia.ca/Dudley.dx4627)[Kenilworth](https://expedia.ca/Kenilworth.dx4667)[Sutton Coldfield](https://expedia.ca/Sutton-Coldfield.dx4784)[West Bromwich](https://expedia.ca/West-Bromwich.dx4791)[Walsall](https://expedia.ca/Walsall.dx5459)[Warwick](https://expedia.ca/Warwick.dx5463)[Wolverhampton](https://expedia.ca/Wolverhampton.dx5484)[Rugby](https://expedia.ca/Rugby.dx5675)[Coventry](https://expedia.ca/Coventry.dx6704)[Coleshill](https://expedia.ca/Coleshill.dx177952)[Redditch](https://expedia.ca/Redditch.dx177967)[Hockley Heath](https://expedia.ca/Hockley-Heath.dx180817)[Royal Leamington Spa](https://expedia.ca/Royal-Leamington-Spa.dx180826)[Ansty](https://expedia.ca/Ansty.dx182435)[Oldbury](https://expedia.ca/Oldbury.dx601734)[Corley](https://expedia.ca/Corley.dx6084747)[Tipton](https://expedia.ca/Tipton.dx6145287)[Curdworth](https://expedia.ca/Curdworth.dx6231092)[Bickenhill](https://expedia.ca/Bickenhill.dx6231107) - [Villa Park ](https://expedia.ca/Villa-Park-Birmingham.d6084151.Vacation-Attraction) - [National Exhibition Centre ](https://expedia.ca/National-Exhibition-Centre-Marston-Green.d6046975.Vacation-Attraction) - [Bullring & Grand Central ](https://expedia.ca/Bullring-Grand-Central-Birmingham-City-Centre.d6084073.Vacation-Attraction) - [Cadbury World ](https://expedia.ca/Cadbury-World-Bournville.d6084075.Vacation-Attraction) - [The Mailbox ](https://expedia.ca/The-Mailbox-Birmingham-City-Centre.d6133263.Vacation-Attraction) - [Aston University ](https://expedia.ca/Aston-University-Birmingham-City-Centre.d6230686.Vacation-Attraction) - [Dudley Zoo and Castle ](https://expedia.ca/Dudley-Zoo-And-Castle-Birmingham.d6164781.Vacation-Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels and earn double points when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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