Selly Oak 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 entertainment choices 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.
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.
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.
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 top-notch restaurants and acclaimed theatre scene in this romantic area.
Things to do
Shropshire: Meet the Mini Moos Cow Cuddling Experience
The Sinister Side of Shakespeare's Stratford Ghost Walk
Shropshire: Alpaca Meet & Greet Intimate Alpaca Experience
SEA LIFE Birmingham & Cadbury World Combo Ticket
Top hotels in Selly Oak
Charming 1-bed Studio in Birmingham
ibis budget Birmingham Centre
"Stayed there with friends for a concert and it was perfect for us, rooms are small but its just somewhere to sleep so it was absolutely fine! The staff were very helpful! Cheap as chips for 2 rooms less than 60 quid between 5 of us!! And a tenner for parking overnight! Can't go wrong, if we are ever ..."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Crowne Plaza Birmingham City Centre by IHG
"Super location, easy to find. Our room was clean, modern and the beds were very comfy. All staff were lovely, overall a great hotel."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Malmaison Birmingham
"The room was good a couple of niggly issues that we did mention to reception. The staff were all very pleasant and helpful.The breakfast was really good ,the continental was varied ,fresh and tasty.The cooked breakfast i had was good."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
The Arden Hotel & Leisure Club
"We stayed here for a couple of nights while my partner visited the convention at the nec. We had lovely weather but unfortunately the hotel is quite dated and has no air conditioning in the rooms. Some hotels that don’t have air conditioning do put fans/heaters in the rooms but no fans were provided ..."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Genting Hotel & Spa at Resorts World Birmingham
"The Genting was always a favourite stopover when traveling through England as it breaks up the trip from London to Yorkshire. The hotel is still quite nice compared to others in the area but doesn’t seem to have been maintained to the high standards it once was. The spa experience was still great, ..."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Selly Oak
Bournville
Bournville is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Cadbury World and Selly Manor Museum.
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.
