Popular places to visit
National Exhibition Centre
Learn about the events happening in National Exhibition Centre during your trip to Birmingham. Discover the entertainment choices and shops in this walkable area.
Villa Park
Catch an event at Villa Park during your trip to Birmingham. Discover the area's lively bars and its acclaimed theatre scene.
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.
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.
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.
Broad Street
During your visit to Birmingham, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Broad Street. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed theatre scene in this romantic area.
Activities
Birmingham: Slogging Gangs Guided Walking Tour
The Sinister Side of Shakespeare's Stratford Walking Tour
Birmingham: Victorian Canals and Modern-Day Birmingham Tour
Stratford-upon-Avon: Tudor World Museum Entrance Ticket
Our pick of the best Nechells Hotel Deals
Holiday Inn Express Birmingham Star City by IHG
Great staff, clean. & spacious rooms, lovely breakfast, free parking.
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
Crowne Plaza Birmingham City Centre by IHG
Lovely large clean room, excellent staff. Amazing breakfast.6
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
The Arden Hotel & Leisure Club
We’ve stayed here 3 times now and we love our stay but unfortunately the breakfast this morning wasn’t the best and very slow , everything had gone and waited a while before it was replenished and we had to go as we was attending the nec so we left hungry. Tea was warm and the juice had run out. ...
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
Malmaison Birmingham
Nice large room and very welcoming receptionist
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026
Redwings Lodge Wolverhampton
Room was lovely, staff very friendly, parking price very good and £10 for a late check out it was brilliant, we will defintely stay again 😀
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
Holiday Inn Express Birmingham - City Centre by IHG
Lovely staff lovely hotel just lovely only down side was food at night ordered a pizza and it was cold as was the fries :(
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Nechells
Aston
While Aston may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Aston Hall and Villa Park.
Erdington
Restaurants and museums are just a few things travellers like about Erdington. A stop by New Hall Mill is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.
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.
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.
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.
Jewellery Quarter
Shopping, restaurants and theatres are just a few things travellers like about Jewellery Quarter. Sights like Museum of the Jewellery Quarter and Chamberlain Clock are spots to explore, and you can get around the greater Birmingham area at Jewellery Quarter Tram Stop.
