Westside Travel Guide
Birmingham
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Popular places to visit
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 family-friendly area.
Symphony Hall
Listen to the City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra and watch world-famous rock and pop musicians at this concert hall.
International Convention Centre
Remarkably elegant and extremely well-equipped, Birmingham’s most ambitious venue hosts more than 350 different events every year.
The Mailbox
Shop for designer clothes, sample international cuisine at waterside restaurants and watch a television show broadcast, all at this multipurpose retail center.
Brindleyplace
After visiting Brindleyplace, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Birmingham. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its lively bars.
National SEA LIFE Centre
Make time in your itinerary to visit the sea life who live at National SEA LIFE Centre during your trip to Birmingham. Discover the area's acclaimed theatre scene and shops.
Things to do
SEA LIFE Birmingham & Cadbury World Combo Ticket
Birmingham: Victorian Canals and Modern-Day Birmingham Tour
From Birmingham: Stonehenge & Bath Day Tour
From Birmingham Stonehenge and Bath Day Tour
Top hotels in Westside
Crowne Plaza Birmingham City Centre by IHG
"Clean comfortable room Excellent breakfast"
Reviewed on 15 Jun 2026
Malmaison Birmingham
"Quite disappointed. Took a little longer than expected with check in. Appreciate it was after 11, however, the bar was still operating and thus noisy. I enquired if there was an event due to the volume. Check in team asked if I had been before, I explained I had not but then had to keep asking about ..."
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
Holiday Inn Express Birmingham - City Centre by IHG
"Beautifully maintained property, quite stunning from a distance. The room and bathroom were excellent, spacious and with every facility. The inclusive breakfast was brilliant value included within the room rate. The receptionist when we arrived Sat evening was great and knew what he was doing. They ..."
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
ibis budget Birmingham Centre
"Great value for money,I was given one of the recently renovated rooms on the 2nd floor, looking fresh and practical, definitely recommended"
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
Leonardo Royal Hotel Birmingham
"Great stay, excellent location"
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Birmingham Brindley Place
"Room was clean staff were amazing only down aude is the air conditioning in the room was,awful had to have fans going as they were not giving any cool air out"
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Westside
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.
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.
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.
Coventry City Centre
Coventry City Centre is noteworthy for its museums, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Lady Godiva Statue and Coventry Transport Museum.
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.
