Ben & James guidebook of Birmingham
Shopping & local tourism
One of Birmingham's main (if not the main) central transportation hubs. Providing access links all of the country, along with the majority of connecting links to main tourist connections across the West Midlands.
Situation on the door step of Birmingham's Bullring Shopping Centre, its architecture is truly not one to be missed.
The Bullring Shopping Centre, one of the most renowned shopping centres in the UK, boasts level upon level of high-end shopping experiences. From fine dining restaurants to the luxuriously designed Selfridges.
232 locals recommend
Bullring & Grand Central Birmingham
Moor StreetOne of Birmingham's main (if not the main) central transportation hubs. Providing access links all of the country, along with the majority of connecting links to main tourist connections across the West Midlands.
Situation on the door step of Birmingham's Bullring Shopping Centre, its architecture is truly not one to be missed.
The Bullring Shopping Centre, one of the most renowned shopping centres in the UK, boasts level upon level of high-end shopping experiences. From fine dining restaurants to the luxuriously designed Selfridges.
Located on the picturesque Birmingham canal, the mailbox boasts everything from boutique cinema screen to the rather lavish Harvey Nichols department store.
The Mailbox allows for a romantic walks down the canal, followed by a top class meal, surrounded by the ambience of local entertainment.
78 locals recommend
Mailbox Birmingham
Royal Mail StreetLocated on the picturesque Birmingham canal, the mailbox boasts everything from boutique cinema screen to the rather lavish Harvey Nichols department store.
The Mailbox allows for a romantic walks down the canal, followed by a top class meal, surrounded by the ambience of local entertainment.
Birmingham’s Jewellery Quarter is home to more than 100 retailers, diamond dealers & jewellers, workshops, and the well renowned Museum of Jewellery Quarter. The Jewellery Quarter is also home to Birmingham’s St. Pauls Square - including original Georgian buildings, the 18th Century St. Paul’s Church, trendy bars, art galleries, indie stores, and modern & classic eateries. The Jewellery Quarter is real gem, not to be missed.
63 locals recommend
Jewellery Quarter
Birmingham’s Jewellery Quarter is home to more than 100 retailers, diamond dealers & jewellers, workshops, and the well renowned Museum of Jewellery Quarter. The Jewellery Quarter is also home to Birmingham’s St. Pauls Square - including original Georgian buildings, the 18th Century St. Paul’s Church, trendy bars, art galleries, indie stores, and modern & classic eateries. The Jewellery Quarter is real gem, not to be missed.
Beautiful walks around stunning gardens, picturesque scenery, glass house experiences with Tropical, Sub-Tropical and Mediterranean climates, bandstands and even encompasses as a Wedding Venue. All spread across 15 acres of landscaped Victorian park gardens.
39 locals recommend
Botanical Gardens station
Beautiful walks around stunning gardens, picturesque scenery, glass house experiences with Tropical, Sub-Tropical and Mediterranean climates, bandstands and even encompasses as a Wedding Venue. All spread across 15 acres of landscaped Victorian park gardens.
Visits the origins of some of the most famous chocolate in the world. There's also the potential for some freebies, say no more..!
201 locals recommend
Cadbury World
69 Linden RdVisits the origins of some of the most famous chocolate in the world. There's also the potential for some freebies, say no more..!
Entertainment & Exhibition Venues
Hosting some of the biggest stars and events from across the globe. The Birmingham Arena showcases some of the best entertainment shows, gaming events, and sporting contests. Located just 15minutes walk from Birmingham's Grand Central Station, visitors travelling to an event at the Arena, will not be disappointed.
The arena is surrounded by local bars, restaurants and canals. Being a stones throw away from Brindley Place, one of our personal favourites in the area.
68 locals recommend
Utilita Arena Birmingham
King Edwards RoadHosting some of the biggest stars and events from across the globe. The Birmingham Arena showcases some of the best entertainment shows, gaming events, and sporting contests. Located just 15minutes walk from Birmingham's Grand Central Station, visitors travelling to an event at the Arena, will not be disappointed.
The arena is surrounded by local bars, restaurants and canals. Being a stones throw away from Brindley Place, one of our personal favourites in the area.
Located on the doorstep of Birmingham Airport (BHX), the NEC is one of the best renowned Exhibition Centres in the UK. Boasting excellent facilities, grounds (including a lake), a Bare Grills experience, & the all new Resorts World - including Casino, Cinema, Shopping centre, Spa, Restaurants & Bars, and Hotel.
116 locals recommend
NEC, National Exhibition Centre
Pendigo WayLocated on the doorstep of Birmingham Airport (BHX), the NEC is one of the best renowned Exhibition Centres in the UK. Boasting excellent facilities, grounds (including a lake), a Bare Grills experience, & the all new Resorts World - including Casino, Cinema, Shopping centre, Spa, Restaurants & Bars, and Hotel.
Sightseeing
A small local wildlife conservation park, a great (cheap) local attraction to keep the little one (and big ones) entertained for the afternoon.
26 locals recommend
Birmingham Wildlife Conservation Park
Pershore RoadA small local wildlife conservation park, a great (cheap) local attraction to keep the little one (and big ones) entertained for the afternoon.
Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery Shop
Chamberlain SquareThinktank Birmingham Science Museum
Curzon StreetLEGOLAND Discovery Centre & LEGO Store Birmingham
King Edwards RoadNational SEA LIFE Centre Birmingham
Brindley Place