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 entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene.
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.
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 top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed theatre scene.
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 lively bars.
Activities
Birmingham: Slogging Gangs Guided Walking Tour
Birmingham: Victorian Canals and Modern-Day Birmingham Tour
Birmingham: SEA LIFE + LEGOLAND Discovery Centre Combo Ticket
Birmingham Scavenger Hunt Interactive Walking Activity
Our pick of the best Eastside Hotel Deals
Conference Aston Hotel - Birmingham City
Clean; comfy bed; helpful staff; fab breakfast
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
Aloft Birmingham Eastside
Room was fine, clean and tidy on arrival. We didn’t visit the restaurant so can't comment on dinner/breakfast etc. Bar was good with the usual drinks on offer, priced as you would expect for a hotel. Staff were brilliant, polite, helpful, engaging and patient. We arrived very early, staff were happy ...
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Clayton Hotel Birmingham
Room was clean and staff helpful.
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Aparthotel Adagio Birmingham City Centre
Great little hotel, lovely rooms with all facilities you need for a longer stay. Reception staff were really pleasant too
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
Crowne Plaza Birmingham City Centre by IHG
Hello the room was nice however it would be nice to have slippers staff were lovely bathroom could be cleaner some towels had black marks on them
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026
The Arden Hotel & Leisure Club
I stayed here for one night as was attending a concert at BP pulse which is walking distance. Staff was friendly, really liked the lounge area, breakfast had a good variety. Rooms were good enough, perhaps could have been a little bit longer (I am 6 foot 3!) but overall, an excellent stay with no ...
Reviewed on 30 Mar 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 Aston Hall and Villa Park.
