Eastside Travel Guide
Birmingham
Popular places to visit
Aston University
Explore the campus of Aston University during your trip to Birmingham. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Thinktank Birmingham Science Museum
Learn about Birmingham’s industrial past, discover ancient fossils and take an interactive journey into space at this science and education center.
The Custard Factory
You can find out about the history of Birmingham with a visit to The Custard Factory. Experience the area's entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene.
The Eastside Rooms
Learn about the events happening in The Eastside Rooms during your trip to Birmingham. Discover the area's acclaimed theatre scene and shops.
O2 Institute
O2 Institute is just one of the places to see in Birmingham, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed theatre scene.
St Martins in the Bull Ring
You can find out about the history of Birmingham when you stop by St Martins in the Bull Ring. 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
From Birmingham: Stonehenge & Bath Day Tour
From Birmingham Stonehenge and Bath Day Tour
From Birmingham: Cotswolds Full-Day Tour
Top hotels in Eastside
Aloft Birmingham Eastside
Spacious clean room. Very quiet on the 6th floor - slept brilliantly. Nice breakfast. Lovely staff. Parking nearby was reasonably priced.
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
Conference Aston Hotel - Birmingham City
Small but perfectly formed They even gave me a mini fridge
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
Clayton Hotel Birmingham
Great location, stayed here many times. Staff are great.
Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026
Aparthotel Adagio Birmingham City Centre
Great little hotel, lovely rooms with all facilities you need for a longer stay. Reception staff were really pleasant too
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
The Arden Hotel & Leisure Club
An easy walk from the airport to the hotel. As usual, staff are very friendly and helpful. Food in restaurant is excellent.
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Crowne Plaza Birmingham City Centre by IHG
Staff very efficient and helpful, rooms all clean and facilities clean. Breakfast was amazing, beautifully cooked nothing too much trouble and afain staff so helpful.
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Eastside
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.
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.
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.
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.
