Selly Oak Travel Guide
Birmingham
Popular places to visit
Villa Park
Catch an event at Villa Park during your trip to Birmingham. Discover the area's lively bars 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Birmingham: Slogging Gangs Guided Walking Tour
Shropshire: Meet the Mini Moos Cow Cuddling Experience
Birmingham: Victorian Canals and Modern-Day Birmingham Tour
Shropshire: Alpaca Meet & Greet Intimate Alpaca Experience
Stratford-upon-Avon: Anne Hathaway's Cottage Entry ticket
Top hotels in Selly Oak
Crowne Plaza Birmingham City Centre by IHG
The staff and food was delish
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
The Arden Hotel & Leisure Club
We didn’t have breakfast in the hotel but had coffees and an evening bar meal which was very good and great value for money
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Malmaison Birmingham
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Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Aparthotel Birmingham
Clean and nice room, very modern. Helpful reception staff.
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Holiday Inn Express Birmingham - City Centre by IHG
Lovely warm bedroom on entry.
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
B&B HOTEL Birmingham Centre
Clean room polite staff
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Selly Oak
Harborne
Travellers enjoy Harborne for its parks and casinos. Consider checking out Hagley Road while you're in the area.
Edgbaston
Take time in Edgbaston to visit attractions like Hagley Road and Birmingham Botanical Gardens. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at Edgbaston Village Station to see more of the city.
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.
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.
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.
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.
