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Victoria Square featuring a square or plaza, flowers and heritage architecture
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Aston Hall which includes a castle and heritage architecture
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The famous Holte End at Villa Park - home of Aston Villa. They didn't actually offer stadium tours, but I sweet talked security and was allowed to explore the whole place unattended!

Villa Park

Catch an event at Villa Park during your trip to Birmingham. Discover the area's lively bars and its acclaimed theater scene.

Villa Park
#Birmingham. More canals than Venice. Allegedly. #canal

Utilita Arena Birmingham

4/5(23 reviews)

Catch an event at Utilita Arena Birmingham during your trip to Birmingham. Make time to visit the area's shops, or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Utilita Arena Birmingham
Bullring Shopping Centre showing modern architecture and shopping

Bullring & Grand Central

4.5/5(77 reviews)

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.

Bullring & Grand Central
Birmingham

University of Birmingham

4/5(21 reviews)

Enjoy the collegiate vibe when you visit University of Birmingham, during your trip to Birmingham. Make time to visit the area's shops, or simply enjoy its lively bars.

University of Birmingham
Cadbury World featuring cbd, heritage architecture and signage

Cadbury World

4/5(10 reviews)

Learn about the history of one of the world’s biggest chocolate manufacturers and sample various products at this interactive chocolate and entertainment center.

Cadbury World
Broad Street

Broad Street

4/5(30 reviews)

During your visit to Birmingham, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Broad Street. Discover the lively bars and great live music in this walkable area.

Broad Street
International Convention Centre showing interior views and modern architecture

International Convention Centre

4.5/5(25 reviews)

Remarkably elegant and extremely well-equipped, Birmingham’s most ambitious venue hosts more than 350 different events every year.

International Convention Centre
The Mailbox featuring central business district, a city and night scenes

The Mailbox

4.5/5(22 reviews)

Shop for designer clothes, sample international cuisine at waterside restaurants and watch a television show broadcast, all at this multipurpose retail center.

The Mailbox
The Black Country Living Museum is an open-air museum of rebuilt historic buildings in Dudley in the West Midlands of England. The museum is close to the site where Thomas Dudley first mastered the technique of smelting iron with coal and essentially creating "the birthplace of the Industrial Revolution".

Black Country Living Museum

4/5(1 review)

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Black Country Living Museum during your travels in Dudley. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its great live music.

Black Country Living Museum

Discover the most popular landmarks and neighborhoods in Birmingham

Bullring Shopping Centre

Birmingham City Centre

4/5(116 area reviews)

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.

Birmingham City Centre
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Edgbaston

4.5/5(12 area reviews)

Visitors often come to Edgbaston for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Hagley Road and Birmingham Botanical Gardens. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you catch a ride at Edgbaston Village Station.

Edgbaston
Sat outside NEC Birmingham

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 Resorts World Birmingham, and jump on the metro at Air Rail Link Tram Stop to get around the city.

Marston Green
Coventry featuring night scenes

Coventry City Centre

3.5/5(4 area reviews)

Coventry City Centre is noteworthy for its museums, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Lady Godiva Statue and St Mary's Guildhall.

Coventry City Centre
Ikon Gallery which includes a square or plaza, night scenes and a city

Westside

4/5(16 area reviews)

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.

Westside
Birmingham City Centre

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.

Convention Quarter

Popular day trips from Birmingham

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Cannock

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Hinckley

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Kenilworth

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Lichfield

Sutton Park as well as an individual male

Sutton Coldfield

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West Bromwich

Warwick Castle which includes a castle, heritage architecture and views

Warwick

Wolverhampton which includes a fountain, heritage elements and a park

Wolverhampton

Frequently asked questions

Is Birmingham worth visiting?
Famous for its shopping and culture, discovering awesome things to do in Birmingham is a breeze. Make sure to add Utilita Arena Birmingham to your itinerary while here.
How do I spend a day in Birmingham?
Begin your day with a visit to Broad Street and Brindleyplace. Then, check out other parts of Birmingham for local restaurants and a little retail therapy.
What is the top tourist attraction in Birmingham?
The top tourist attraction in Birmingham is Utilita Arena Birmingham, so make sure to include it on your sightseeing itinerary.
Is three days enough to stay in Birmingham?
Three days will give you enough time to check out many city highlights, including Utilita Arena Birmingham, Broad Street and Brindleyplace. The average stay in Birmingham is two days. If you have the urge to extend your vacation, Stratford-upon-Avon isn't far away.
Is Birmingham a walkable city?
It all depends on what you want to do and see in Birmingham. Several key sights, such as Utilita Arena Birmingham and Broad Street, are reachable on foot. If you're up for a stroll through some of Birmingham's best neighborhoods, Birmingham City Centre is 0.32 kilometers away from downtown, while Westside is 2 kilometers away from the center and also within walking distance.
What are some activities to do in Birmingham with kids?
If you're looking for activities and sights for all of your group, we've got some great ideas for what to do in Birmingham with kids.

What to do in Birmingham for adults?
There are plenty of things to do in Birmingham, with experiences for adults of all ages. Cap off your day with a visit to National Exhibition Centre or Hagley Road.
Are there free things to do in Birmingham?
One of the top ways to discover free things to do in Birmingham is to speak with a local tour guide. You'll get insider tips on interesting neighborhoods, parks and other attractions you can experience without reaching into your pocket. Broad Street is one spot that doesn't charge an entrance fee.