Sheldon 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.
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.
Villa Park
Catch an event at Villa Park during your trip to Birmingham. Discover the area's lively bars and its acclaimed theatre scene.
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 top-notch restaurants.
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 romantic area.
Things to do
Shropshire: Meet the Mini Moos Cow Cuddling Experience
Birmingham: Slogging Gangs Guided Walking Tour
The Sinister Side of Shakespeare's Stratford Walking Tour
Birmingham: Victorian Canals and Modern-Day Birmingham Tour
Top hotels in Sheldon
Crowne Plaza Birmingham City Centre by IHG
Good location, city centre in walking distance, great bars & restaurants.hotel Parking easy, secure & well priced. Hotel spotless, all staff were good, room good, an overall excellent experience, will use again
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
The Arden Hotel & Leisure Club
Great hotel with lovely staff and dinner is always fabulous. Only thing that
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Malmaison Birmingham
Spa (hot tub specifically) and gym indicated as part of the hotel, ie, not an extra fee. Chargeable amenities are always stated. This was not. And they wanted £15 lee person. Hotel admitted it was a mistake on Expedia however did not honour entry and said that "the spa is also not advertised as being ...
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Redwings Lodge Wolverhampton
We were in town to see the Wolves play. For this reason, the hotel was absolutely perfect. A very short walk to the stadium. However, the hotel was run down and the beds were atrocious. But again, because of the location, it was worth it.
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Holiday Inn Express Birmingham - City Centre by IHG
Close to the centre, decent location and parking for 11 quid.
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
ibis Styles Birmingham NEC and Airport
A1
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Sheldon
Marston Green
Well liked for its restaurants and museums, Marston Green is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like bp pulse LIVE and Pendigo Lake, and jump on the metro at Air Rail Link Tram Stop to get around the city.
Shirley
Shirley might not have many top sights, but Edgbaston Stadium and Cadbury World are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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 Midlands Arts Centre 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.
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.
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.
