Colmore Business District Travel Guide
Birmingham
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Popular places to visit
Birmingham Cathedral
Visit this 18th-century church to admire Baroque architecture, see work by a Pre-Raphaelite artist and listen to choral concerts.
Birmingham Town Hall
Not just a site of historical importance, this Birmingham icon remains a hub of modern culture in the United Kingdom’s proud second city.
Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery
This museum in the city center houses the world’s biggest collection of Pre-Raphaelite paintings, as well as important artifacts from across history.
Chamberlain Square
A museum and art gallery, historical buildings, a food court and a Christmas market all make this public square a focal point of Birmingham’s city center.
Birmingham Christmas Market
During your visit to Birmingham, you can do some window-shopping at Birmingham Christmas Market. Experience the area's great live music and fascinating museums.
Birmingham Council House
After visiting Birmingham Council House, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Birmingham. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed theatre scene.
Things to do
SEA LIFE Birmingham & Cadbury World Combo Ticket
Birmingham: Victorian Canals and Modern-Day Birmingham Tour
From Birmingham Stonehenge and Bath Day Tour
From Birmingham: Stonehenge & Bath Day Tour
Top hotels in Colmore Business District
The Grand Hotel Birmingham
Amazing
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Holiday Inn Express Birmingham - Snow Hill by IHG
Great location, staff helpful, comfy beds, food good.
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Hotel du Vin & Bistro Birmingham
Beautiful building, great location. Interior well kept although renovations are needed... Overall, great stay
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
ibis budget Birmingham Centre
Odour in the room. Very poor breakfast.
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Malmaison Birmingham
Hotels.com offered an upgrade to a suite which I accepted and was confirmed in writing. Upon check-in was told that Hotels.com frequently do this even if the property is fully booked. Very disappointing. Room was ok. Quiet. Awful smell emanating from the toilet though.
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Forest of Arden Hotel & Country Club
Our stay was very relaxing, luckily the weather helped with this. I would recommend booking the superior room for the stay very spacious and clean. Bathroom was a bit outdated, but didn’t bother us. Staff are very friendly, welcoming and accommodating which were more important. Had known you can ...
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Colmore Business District
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.
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.
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.
Jewellery Quarter
Shopping, restaurants and theatres are just a few things travellers like about Jewellery Quarter. Sights like Museum of the Jewellery Quarter and Chamberlain Clock are spots to explore, and you can get around the greater Birmingham area at Jewellery Quarter Tram Stop.
Westside
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.
