Aston Travel Guide
Popular places to visit
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.
Utilita Arena Birmingham
Catch an event at Utilita Arena Birmingham during your trip to Birmingham. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Cadbury World
Learn about the history of one of the world’s biggest chocolate manufacturers and sample various products at this interactive chocolate and entertainment center.
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.
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 lively bars.
The Mailbox
Shop for designer clothes, sample international cuisine at waterside restaurants and watch a television show broadcast, all at this multipurpose retail center.
Things to do
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Other neighbourhoods around Aston
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.
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 Millennium Point or Thinktank Birmingham Science Museum.
Jewellery Quarter
Shopping, restaurants and theatres are just a few things travellers like about Jewellery Quarter. Sights like Museum of the Jewellery Quarter and Royal Birmingham Society of Artists are spots to explore, and you can get around the greater Birmingham area at Jewellery Quarter Tram Stop.
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.
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 Library of Birmingham, and jump on the metro at Library Tram Stop or Brindley Place Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Southside
While visiting Southside, you might make a stop by sights like Hurst Street and Birmingham Hippodrome.
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- National Exhibition Centre
- West Midland Safari Park
- Bullring & Grand Central
- Utilita Arena Birmingham
- Cadbury World
- Broad Street
- University of Birmingham
- The Mailbox
- Resorts World Birmingham
- International Convention Centre
- Coventry Building Society Arena
- Villa Park
- University of Warwick
- O2 Academy Birmingham
- Drayton Manor Theme Park
- Birmingham Hippodrome
- Black Country Living Museum
- Symphony Hall
- Aston University
- Edgbaston Stadium
- Victoria Square
- Coventry University
- Belfry Golf Club
- National Memorial Arboretum
- Brindleyplace
- Hagley Road
- Twycross Zoo
- Molineux Stadium
- Birmingham Botanical Gardens
- The Alexandra Theatre
- StarCity