Great Barr Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Activities

Tudor World Ghost Tour by Lantern light inside the building

Tudor World Ghost Tour by Lantern light inside the building

NZ$21
per adult
Tudor World Ghost Tour by Lantern light inside the building
SEA LIFE Birmingham & Cadbury World

SEA LIFE Birmingham & Cadbury World Combo Ticket

NZ$92
per adult
SEA LIFE Birmingham & Cadbury World Combo Ticket
The Sinister Side of Shakespeare's Stratford Walking Tour

The Sinister Side of Shakespeare's Stratford Ghost Walk

NZ$28
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
The Sinister Side of Shakespeare's Stratford Ghost Walk
SEA LIFE Birmingham + Warwick Castle

SEA LIFE Birmingham + Warwick Castle Combo Ticket

NZ$90
per adult
SEA LIFE Birmingham + Warwick Castle Combo Ticket
Shropshire: Alpaca Meet & Greet Intimate Alpaca Experience

Shropshire: Alpaca Meet & Greet Intimate Alpaca Experience

NZ$41
per adult
Shropshire: Alpaca Meet & Greet Intimate Alpaca Experience
Picture 7 for Activity Birmingham: Guided City Center Walking Tour

Birmingham: Guided City Center Walking Tour (10:30am & 2pm)

NZ$34
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Birmingham: Guided City Center Walking Tour (10:30am & 2pm)
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Our pick of the best Great Barr Hotel Deals

Forest of Arden Hotel & Country Club

Forest of Arden Hotel & Country Club

4 out of 5
Maxstoke Lane, Meriden Solihull England
The price is NZ$162 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
NZ$162
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Solihull. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,229 reviews)
"Dated, but clean and tidy property. Beautiful grounds and nice staff. The breakfast buffet provided various options. Price was reasonable and reflected property fairly. Paid £164 for a family room that slept four adults and included breakfast. Would not want to pay more than that."

Reviewed on 16 Aug 2026

Forest of Arden Hotel & Country Club
Genting Hotel & Spa at Resorts World Birmingham

Genting Hotel & Spa at Resorts World Birmingham

4 out of 5
Pendigo Way Birmingham England
The price is NZ$184 per night from 19 Aug to 20 Aug
NZ$184
19 Aug - 20 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Birmingham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 18 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
Genting Hotel & Spa at Resorts World Birmingham
Leonardo Royal Hotel Birmingham

Leonardo Royal Hotel Birmingham

4 out of 5
245 Broad Street Birmingham England
The price is NZ$155 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
NZ$155
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Birmingham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
Leonardo Royal Hotel Birmingham
Malmaison Birmingham

Malmaison Birmingham

4 out of 5
1 Wharfside Birmingham England
The price is NZ$155 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
NZ$155
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this boutique hotel in Birmingham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
Malmaison Birmingham
Holiday Inn Express Birmingham - City Centre by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Birmingham - City Centre by IHG

3.5 out of 5
19 Holiday Street Birmingham England
The price is NZ$119 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
NZ$119
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Birmingham. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,226 reviews)
"Great city centre location. Good breakfast."

Reviewed on 16 Aug 2026

Holiday Inn Express Birmingham - City Centre by IHG
Beautiful 1-bed Studio in Birmingham

Beautiful 1-bed Studio in Birmingham

3 out of 5
Birmingham England
Stay at this apartment in Birmingham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi. Popular attractions Utilita Arena Birmingham and Cadbury World are located nearby.
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Beautiful 1-bed Studio in Birmingham
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Our guide on where to stay in Great Barr

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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 Utilita Arena Birmingham and Birmingham Cathedral, and jump on the metro at Grand Central Tram Stop or Corporation Street Tram Stop to see more of the city.

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Edgbaston

Take time in Edgbaston to visit attractions like Hagley Road and Birmingham Botanical Gardens. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at Edgbaston Village Station to see more of the city.

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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 Pendigo Lake, and jump on the metro at Air Rail Link Tram Stop to get around the city.

A historic building with a clock tower, surrounded by modern architecture and trees.

Westside

Known for its fantastic nightlife and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Westside. Check out top attractions like Utilita Arena Birmingham and Broad Street, and jump on the metro at Five Ways Tram Stop or Brindley Place Tram Stop to see more of the city.

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Coventry City Centre

Coventry City Centre is noteworthy for its museums, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Coventry Transport Museum and Planet Ice Coventry.

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