Eastside Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Aston University
Explore the campus of Aston University during your trip to Birmingham. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Thinktank Birmingham Science Museum
Delve into Birmingham’s fascinating industrial past, take an interactive space journey and discover the effects that chocolate has on the brain – all under one roof.
The Custard Factory
You can find out about the history of Birmingham with a visit to The Custard Factory. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices.
O2 Institute
O2 Institute is just one of the places to see in Birmingham, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's lively bars and its entertainment choices.
The Eastside Rooms
Learn about the events happening in The Eastside Rooms during your trip to Birmingham. Discover the area's acclaimed theatre scene and shops.
St Martins in the Bull Ring
You can find out about the history of Birmingham when you stop by St Martins in the Bull Ring. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
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 Eastside Hotel Deals
Aloft Birmingham Eastside
Nice room, good breakfast _ ticked all the boxes. Careful around parking as a lot of tickets were being issued in and around area
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Conference Aston Hotel - Birmingham City
Clean, nice and friendly staff
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
Clayton Hotel Birmingham
Clean nice rooms and nice customer service.
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026
Aparthotel Adagio Birmingham City Centre
Great accommodation Ideally situated. Actually preferred this to staying in a hotel Would definitely recommend
Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026
The Arden Hotel & Leisure Club
Free parking, dog friendly and stones throw to BP Pulse. The hotel was spacious and bright. Food 5* staff 5* rooms 5* and very reasonable prices for food and drink, rooms a god price too. I will definitely stay the again, very happy customers 😊
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
ibis Styles Birmingham NEC and Airport
Functional hotel currently being upgraded. Check in was very good, rooms clean and decent breakfast all for a reasonable price. Purpose of staying was for attending a gig at the BP Arena part of the NEC which was about 15 minute walk away.
Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Eastside
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.
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.
Digbeth
Bars, shopping and historical sites are just a few things travellers enjoy about Digbeth. Check out Hurst Street or Shopping District while you're exploring 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.
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 Villa Park and Aston Hall.
