Alum Rock Travel Guide
Birmingham
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 lively bars.

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 family-friendly area.

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 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.

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.

Villa Park
Catch an event at Villa Park during your trip to Birmingham. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its great live music.
Things to do

From Birmingham Stonehenge and Bath Day Tour

From Birmingham: Stonehenge & Bath Day Tour
Top hotels in Alum Rock

Leonardo Royal Hotel Birmingham
Reviewed on 8 Sep 2025

The Grand Hotel Birmingham
Reviewed on 6 Sep 2025

Crowne Plaza Birmingham City Centre by IHG
Reviewed on 6 Sep 2025

Hampton by Hilton Birmingham Broad Street
Reviewed on 7 Sep 2025

The Arden Hotel & Leisure Club
Reviewed on 8 Sep 2025

Holiday Inn Express Birmingham - City Centre by IHG
Reviewed on 9 Sep 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Alum Rock

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 Millennium Point or Thinktank Birmingham Science Museum.

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 Villa Park and Birmingham Science Park Aston.

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.

Colmore Business District
Noted for its shopping and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Colmore Business District. Top attractions like Birmingham Cathedral and Corporation Street 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.