Westside Travel Guide
Birmingham





Popular places to visit

International Convention Centre
Learn about the events happening in International Convention Centre during your trip to Birmingham. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums.

Broad Street
During your visit to Birmingham, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Broad Street. Discover the lively bars and great live music in this walkable area.

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 acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices.

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.

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 Westside

Crowne Plaza Birmingham City Centre by IHG
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Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026

Malmaison Birmingham
Everything was perfect. Zero faults found.
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026

Holiday Inn Express Birmingham - City Centre by IHG
Great hotel in a great location. Good breakfast included. Decent WiFi too. Perfect for a quick city break.
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026

ibis budget Birmingham Centre
Very convenient, even though the hotel is going through a major refurbishment!
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026

The Cube Hotel Birmingham
The check-in was quick and easy. The room was lovely and big and had a lovely view looking out over Birmingham. The extras ordered were loved by my wife as they were a surprise for her. The bathroom had a bit of damage but it did not matter ie damage to bottom of bathroom door, a tiny bit of paint ...
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026

Leonardo Royal Hotel Birmingham
Excellent welcoming staff… Bank holiday cava on arrival! Bar and restaurant staff good. Room very clean .. few issues with slowish lift but patience is a virtue…
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Westside

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 Birmingham Repertory Theatre, and jump on the metro at Library Tram Stop or Brindley Place Tram Stop to see more of the city.

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.

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.

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.

Jewellery Quarter
Shopping, restaurants and theatres are just a few things travellers like about Jewellery Quarter. Sights like TeamSport Indoor Karting Gosport and Chamberlain Clock are spots to explore, and you can get around the greater Birmingham area at Jewellery Quarter Tram Stop.

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.
