Popular places to visit
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.
Utilita Arena Birmingham
Catch an event at Utilita Arena Birmingham during your trip to Birmingham. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its lively bars.
Villa Park
Catch an event at Villa Park during your trip to Birmingham. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed theatre scene.
Bullring & Grand Central
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.
Cadbury World
Enjoy interactive displays, learn about the history and sample the delicious chocolate and sweet treats at one of the largest chocolate manufacturers in the world.
The Mailbox
This chic retail gallery offers designer clothing, lifestyle goods, waterside restaurants and a television studio. p>
Activities
Birmingham: Slogging Gangs Guided Walking Tour
The Sinister Side of Shakespeare's Stratford Walking Tour
Birmingham: Victorian Canals and Modern-Day Birmingham Tour
Birmingham City Centre Daily Walking Tour (10:30am & 2pm)
Our pick of the best Aston Hotel Deals
Crowne Plaza Birmingham City Centre by IHG
Very good rooms and good service
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
Leonardo Royal Hotel Birmingham
Not my first time staying here and every time I’ve enjoyed my stay. The buffet breakfast has a delicious range and the staff are very nice. The beds are so comfy and the bathroom is gorgeous and super clean. However, I wish the housekeeping team were a tiny bit more attentive when providing their ...
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025
The Arden Hotel & Leisure Club
Been staying at the Arden for 20 + years. High standards maintained with pleasant attentive staff. Food, both in restaurant for evening meal, and breakfast, good.
Reviewed on 5 Nov 2025
Holiday Inn Birmingham City Centre by IHG
Easy for conference & excellent services but internal lifts too slow due to being too busy. Not enough room at breakfast. Overcrowded. 1 Coffee machine not working .i would prefer tradittea/coffee pot with waiting staff to refill. Area is too crowded.
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025
The Grand Hotel Birmingham
Fantastic location, rooms were very nice.
Reviewed on 4 Nov 2025
Genting Hotel & Spa at Resorts World Birmingham
Absolutely love this hotel first time I’ve been there I definitely will be rebooking
Reviewed on 4 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Aston
Colmore Business District
Noted for its shopping and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Colmore Business District. Top attractions like Birmingham Cathedral and Corporation Street 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.
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.
Jewellery Quarter
Shopping, restaurants and theatres are just a few things travellers like about Jewellery Quarter. Sights like Museum of the Jewellery Quarter and Pen Museum are spots to explore, and you can get around the greater Birmingham area at Jewellery Quarter Tram Stop.
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.
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.
