Shirley 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.
Villa Park
Catch an event at Villa Park during your trip to Birmingham. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed theatre scene.
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.
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.
The Mailbox
Shop for designer clothes, sample international cuisine at waterside restaurants and watch a television show broadcast, all at this multipurpose retail center.
Things to do
Birmingham: Slogging Gangs Guided Walking Tour
Shropshire: Meet the Mini Moos Cow Cuddling Experience
The Sinister Side of Shakespeare's Stratford Walking Tour
Birmingham: Victorian Canals and Modern-Day Birmingham Tour
Shropshire: Alpaca Meet & Greet Intimate Alpaca Experience
Top hotels in Shirley
Redwings Lodge Solihull
Staff - the most pleasant and courteous that I have met Joy, Hassan.
Reviewed on 4 Nov 2025
Crowne Plaza Birmingham City Centre by IHG
Nice room good location
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
Leonardo Royal Hotel Birmingham
Not my first time staying here and every time I’ve enjoyed my stay. The buffet breakfast has a delicious range and the staff are very nice. The beds are so comfy and the bathroom is gorgeous and super clean. However, I wish the housekeeping team were a tiny bit more attentive when providing their ...
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025
The Arden Hotel & Leisure Club
Clean comfortable room. Convenient location. Friendly staff
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
Holiday Inn Birmingham City Centre by IHG
Yes
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025
The Grand Hotel Birmingham
A beautiful hotel right in the heart of the city - loved how it has been renovated 😊
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Shirley
Acocks Green
While visiting Acocks Green, you might make a stop by sights like Acocks Green Bowl and Megazone.
Moseley
The bars and lake views are just a few features travellers like about Moseley. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, Moseley Bog and West Midlands Police Museum are a few top places to visit.
Bournville
Bournville is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Cadbury World and Selly Manor Museum.
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.
Selly Oak
Though Selly Oak may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Cadbury World and Chamberlain Clock.
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 Resorts World Birmingham, and jump on the metro at Air Rail Link Tram Stop to get around the city.
