Popular places to visit
Villa Park
Catch an event at Villa Park during your trip to Birmingham. Discover the area's lively bars and its acclaimed theatre scene.
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 lively bars.
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.
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 walkable area.
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.
International Convention Centre
Remarkably elegant and extremely well-equipped, Birmingham’s most ambitious venue hosts more than 350 different events every year.
Things to do
Birmingham: Slogging Gangs Guided Walking Tour
Shropshire: Meet the Mini Moos Cow Cuddling Experience
Birmingham: Victorian Canals and Modern-Day Birmingham Tour
The Sinister Side of Shakespeare's Stratford Walking Tour
Top hotels in Aston
Crowne Plaza Birmingham City Centre by IHG
Really nice room, newly refurbished, great bed and very clean. Fantastic breakfast, lots of choice and super efficient and friendly staff. Slow draining bath and slightly noisy heating make this a four star review, but really enjoyed our stay.
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
The Arden Hotel & Leisure Club
Really good stay, excellent service especially from Lydia!
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Malmaison Birmingham
Brilliant stay
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Express Birmingham - City Centre by IHG
Clean rooms
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
B&B HOTEL Birmingham Centre
Lovely hotel in the middle of the city. For a one night stop over it had everything I needed. Basic, clean with friendly staff
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Clayton Hotel Birmingham
Staff were excellent. Hotel clean. Room comfortable
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Aston
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 Thinktank Birmingham Science Museum or O2 Institute.
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 Chamberlain Clock and Museum of the Jewellery Quarter are spots to explore, and you can get around the greater Birmingham area at Jewellery Quarter Tram Stop.
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.
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.
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.
