Sparkhill Travel Guide
Birmingham
Popular places to visit
National Exhibition Centre
Learn about the events happening in National Exhibition Centre during your trip to Birmingham. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene and shops in this walkable area.
International Convention Centre
Remarkably elegant and extremely well-equipped, Birmingham’s most ambitious venue hosts more than 350 different events every year.
Villa Park
Catch an event at Villa Park during your trip to Birmingham. Discover the area's lively bars and its entertainment choices.
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.
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 walkable 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 lively bars.
Things to do
Birmingham: Slogging Gangs Guided Walking Tour
Birmingham: Victorian Canals and Modern-Day Birmingham Tour
Birmingham City Centre Daily Walking Tour (10:30am & 2pm)
From Birmingham: Cotswolds Full-Day Tour
Birmingham Scavenger Hunt Interactive Walking Activity
Top hotels in Sparkhill
Crowne Plaza Birmingham City Centre by IHG
Wonderful stay at Crowne Plaza. Everything was perfect. The room was clean and the bed was super comfortable. Breakfast was 10/10. The best thing about the experience was the staff. A big thank you to everyone for making us feel so welcome (especially Finn and Hans at Reception). Service at breakfast ...
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
The Grand Hotel Birmingham
The hotel in general was ok. Having to book a table in the bar was not ideal when we wanted a quick drink. Room cleaning was really late and after spending a day out expected room to be clean when we arrived back at 4,30pm - it was not. Not much step free access , so not ideal if got mobility issues. ...
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
The Arden Hotel & Leisure Club
Very friendly and helpful staff. Room very noisy and decor a bit tired
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Forest of Arden Hotel & Country Club
Overall a good stay with an amazing breakfast. Let down a little by only being given 2 towels for a 4 person room (reception did fix this straight away) and the WiFi being significantly slower than the 25mbps advertised which was one of the reasons why we chose that hotel
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Holiday Inn Express Birmingham - City Centre by IHG
Great Location, right next to the canal. Plenty of bars and restaurants on the doorstep. All the staff were really helpful. Internet very good, hotel clean and tidy. Breakfast was also very good with plenty of options. All in all a great stay and will use again for our next stay in birmingham.
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Malmaison Birmingham
Slightly dated rooms. Overall a good hotel in a great location
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Sparkhill
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
