Sparkhill 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.
Villa Park
Catch an event at Villa Park during your trip to Birmingham. Discover the area's lively bars 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.
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.
International Convention Centre
Remarkably elegant and extremely well-equipped, Birmingham’s most ambitious venue hosts more than 350 different events every year.
Things to do
Birmingham: Slogging Gangs Guided Walking Tour
Birmingham: Victorian Canals and Modern-Day Birmingham Tour
From Birmingham Stonehenge and Bath Day Tour
From Birmingham: Stonehenge & Bath Day Tour
From Birmingham: Cotswolds Full-Day Tour
Top hotels in Sparkhill
The Arden Hotel & Leisure Club
Very good staff, clean and tidy hotel
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
ibis Styles Birmingham NEC and Airport
Staff were all brilliant, a bit of building work going on but didn't affect us. Only negative things were that there was no information in the room on how to control the heating and there were no extra pillows in the room.
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Malmaison Birmingham
The hotel has no discounted parkinh - parking is £25 per night The rooms are outdated and dark.
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Holiday Inn Express Birmingham - City Centre by IHG
Fresh and new rooms. Great breakfast. Friendly staff
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026
Redwings Lodge Wolverhampton
Room was really clean and tidy. Staff were brilliant. Looks like the place is having a real refurb, nice place to stay
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Crowne Plaza Birmingham City Centre by IHG
Clean room, spacious and lovely breakfast
Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Sparkhill
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.
Acocks Green
While visiting Acocks Green, you might make a stop by sights like Acocks Green Bowl and Megazone.
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.
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.
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.
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.
