Eastside Travel Guide
Birmingham
Popular places to visit
Aston University
Explore the campus of Aston University during your trip to Birmingham. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Thinktank Birmingham Science Museum
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Thinktank Birmingham Science Museum during your trip to Birmingham. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
The Custard Factory
You can find out about the history of Birmingham with a visit to The Custard Factory. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices.
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
Enjoy a fun-filled day at Cadbury World as part of your trip to Birmingham. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
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.
Top hotels in Eastside
Aloft Birmingham Eastside
What a lovely, modern, clean hotel in Central Birmingham with friendly, helpful staff. Inexpensive too. Why stay in a Premier Inn when you can stay here?!
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Conference Aston Hotel - Birmingham City
The room.was clean and staff very helpfull
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Clayton Hotel Birmingham
We’ve stayed here a couple of times, always been great. We were upgraded to a junior suite in arrival which was lovely. Room was spacious, clean and with great amenities. Breakfast was spot on. Will stay again.
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
Aparthotel Adagio Birmingham City Centre
Comfortable, very quiet, clean and spacious room. The hotel is close to the Bull Ring and New Street Station and was convenient for my stay. It felt secure as well.
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Crowne Plaza Birmingham City Centre by IHG
Room was very spacious and clean good selection of tea coffee. Staff were very friendly and approachable
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
The Arden Hotel & Leisure Club
Friendly staff lovely room and a very tasty evening meal. Really convenient for the NEC and you get free parking. Will definitely be back.
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Eastside
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.
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.
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.
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.
Aston
While Aston may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Aston Hall and Villa Park.
