Convention Quarter Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Convention Quarter
Popular places to visit
International Convention Centre
Remarkably elegant and extremely well-equipped, Birmingham’s most ambitious venue hosts more than 350 different events every year.
Symphony Hall
Home to the celebrated City Of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra this, concert hall also attracts big-name musicians from across the world.
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 fascinating museums and shops.
Library of Birmingham
This new library is the largest library in Europe and houses vast collections of Shakespearean artefacts in its stunning contemporary building.
Birmingham Repertory Theatre
You can enjoy a show at Birmingham Repertory Theatre during your stay in Birmingham. Discover the area's fascinating museums and shops.
Hall of Memory War Memorial
This memorial is a peaceful space in the city center devoted to Birmingham residents who lost their lives in military service.
Activities
Birmingham: Slogging Gangs Guided Walking Tour
Birmingham: Victorian Canals and Modern-Day Birmingham Tour
SEA LIFE Birmingham & Cadbury World Combo Ticket
SEA LIFE Birmingham + Warwick Castle Combo Ticket
Our pick of the best Convention Quarter Hotel Deals
Crowne Plaza Birmingham City Centre by IHG
Nice hotel. Some parts of the room were dated. There was a strange sewage smell from the bathroom as soon as we entered the room and it stayed with us during our stay. Other than that, the hotel and room were nice.
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
Holiday Inn Express Birmingham - City Centre by IHG
Staff were all wonderful. Very clean rooms.
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
Hyatt Regency Birmingham
I booked this hotel primarily because it was advertised as family-friendly, with the pool being a major selling point. Unfortunately, when we arrived, we were told that no one under their 20s was allowed to use the pool. This was extremely disappointing, especially as we paid full price and this ...
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Leonardo Royal Hotel Birmingham
Room was clean with good amenities
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Birmingham Brindley Place
Very good hotel, the room was very clean and there was plenty of space for everything. We even stayed and had a meal in the Recess restaurant which was excellent.
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
Novotel Birmingham Centre
Room was ok, tv remote wasn’t fully working but that was no major issues and there were some marks on the bedding even though it was clean. Decor could do with a refresh and the room was very warm but a comfortable stay
Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Convention Quarter
Westside
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.
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 Chamberlain Clock and Museum of the Jewellery Quarter are spots to explore, and you can get around the greater Birmingham area at Jewellery Quarter Tram Stop.
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 Thinktank Birmingham Science Museum or O2 Institute.
