Birmingham City Centre Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
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.
International Convention Centre
Remarkably elegant and extremely well-equipped, Birmingham’s most ambitious venue hosts more than 350 different events every year.
Symphony Hall
Listen to the City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra and watch world-famous rock and pop musicians at this concert hall.
The Mailbox
Shop for designer clothes, sample international cuisine at waterside restaurants and watch a television show broadcast, all at this multipurpose retail center.
Birmingham Hippodrome
You can get tickets for a performance at Birmingham Hippodrome on your trip to Birmingham. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its fascinating museums.
Things to do
Birmingham: Slogging Gangs Guided Walking Tour
Birmingham: Victorian Canals and Modern-Day Birmingham Tour
Cotswolds Full-Day Tour From Birmingham
From Birmingham: Cotswolds Full-Day Tour
SEA LIFE Birmingham + LEGOLAND Discovery Centre Birmingham + Warwick Castle
Top hotels in Birmingham City Centre
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
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
Holiday Inn Birmingham City Centre by IHG
A lovely 2 night stay in snowy Birmingham. Room clean and refreshed during my stay.
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Birmingham City Centre
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.
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.
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.
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.
