Aston Travel Guide
Birmingham
Popular places to visit
National Exhibition Centre
Learn about the events happening in National Exhibition Centre during your trip to Birmingham. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene 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 entertainment choices.
International Convention Centre
Remarkably elegant and extremely well-equipped, Birmingham’s most ambitious venue hosts more than 350 different events every year.
Broad Street
During your visit to Birmingham, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Broad Street. Discover the lively bars and great live music in this walkable area.
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.
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.
Things to do
Shropshire: Alpaca Meet & Greet Intimate Alpaca Experience
The Sinister Side of Shakespeare's Stratford Ghost Walk
Birmingham: Victorian Canals and Modern-Day Birmingham Tour
Stratford-upon-Avon: Tudor World Museum Entrance Ticket
Birmingham City Centre Daily Walking Tour (10:30am & 2pm)
Top hotels in Aston
Crowne Plaza Birmingham City Centre by IHG
Breakfast was hot and plenty of choice. Room was clean and offered tea & coffee making facilities and water. Parking was available below hotel but expensive at £24 part or full 24 hours.
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
The Grand Hotel Birmingham
Breakfast was amazing and the staff were very attentive.
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Malmaison Birmingham
Room great, breakfast small room for tbe number of people, general queing for coffee etc
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Genting Hotel & Spa at Resorts World Birmingham
From the parking, to reception staff, the room cleanliness and overall facilities, we had an outstanding stay. Thankyou. It was a great quick getaway for not wanting to travel far in the midlands.
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
ibis budget Birmingham Centre
Small but perfectly adequate room which was clean and comfortable. A good budget choice well positioned for central Birmingham.
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
The Arden Hotel & Leisure Club
Friendly and helpful staff on arrival. Room was spacious, clean and fresh. Couldn’t hear any noise from road or aircraft. Beds were comfy and lovely fresh towels. Bar was well stocked and reasonable priced. Didn’t have food but it did look delicious. Really convenient for BP Pulse Arena, only about ...
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Aston
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 Moor Street Railway Station.
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.
Jewellery Quarter
Shopping, restaurants and theatres are just a few things travellers like about Jewellery Quarter. Sights like Museum of the Jewellery Quarter and TeamSport Indoor Karting Gosport 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 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.
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.
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.
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