Birmingham City Centre Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Bullring & Grand Central
During your trip to Birmingham, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Bullring & Grand Central. Discover the area's lively bars and its acclaimed theatre scene.
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.
International Convention Centre
Learn about the events happening in International Convention Centre during your trip to Birmingham. Experience the area's fascinating museums and entertainment choices.
Symphony Hall
You can enjoy a show at Symphony Hall on your trip to Birmingham. Discover the area's great live music and shops.
The Mailbox
During your trip to Birmingham, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at The Mailbox. Experience the area's fascinating museums and great live music.
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.
Top hotels in Birmingham City Centre
ibis budget Birmingham Centre
Beds were very uncomfortable and the hotel was very noisy
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Malmaison Birmingham
The hotel itself was nice, and the rooms were comfortable. However, when we arrived around 5 PM, we were told that the spa was already closed and would only reopen at 10 AM the next day. We also found it very odd that, despite staying at the hotel, guests still had to pay £15 for just 2 hours of ...
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
The Grand Hotel Birmingham
Great stay
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Conference Aston Hotel - Birmingham City
Perfect down to the last detail, such as steel kettle instead of plastic or good block out curtains. Very nice staff. Uber clean.
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Crowne Plaza Birmingham City Centre by IHG
Lovely large clean rooms. Very comfortable beds. Quiet as well. Staff friendly and helpful. Large gym space but equipment needs updating.
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Holiday Inn Express Birmingham - City Centre by IHG
Very close to ICC and convenient for getting back after late night events
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Birmingham City Centre
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.
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.
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.
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 Millennium Point or Thinktank Birmingham Science Museum.
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.
Jewellery Quarter
Shopping, restaurants and theatres are just a few things travellers like about Jewellery Quarter. Sights like Museum of the Jewellery Quarter and Chamberlain Clock are spots to explore, and you can get around the greater Birmingham area at Jewellery Quarter Tram Stop.
