Title: City Centre Travel Guide: Best of City Centre, Birmingham Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in City Centre](https://expedia.co.uk/City-Centre-Hotels.d959931888332603392.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Birmingham](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Birmingham.d6023342.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Birmingham](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Birmingham.d6023342.Travel-Guide-Activities)[City Centre Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-City-Centre.d959931888332603392.Car-Hire-Guide)[City Centre Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/City-Centre.d959931888332603392.Holidays-City-Breaks) # City Centre Travel Guide ## Birmingham ![Wolverhampton which includes a statue or sculpture, heritage architecture and a church or cathedral](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5484/703fc90c-817c-4741-8153-9dd411185d97.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Wolverhampton Art Gallery featuring interior views and art](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6254426/3ca75b9c-dccc-4d71-81da-de0d3d930a57.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Wolverhampton Art Gallery featuring heritage elements](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6254426/a1075463-7ee8-4e1d-a947-46f68015b1bc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Wolverhampton Art Gallery featuring art and interior views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6254426/1fe22b85-8db3-430f-bb64-0252cc9b7336.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Wolverhampton which includes a park and heritage elements as well as a couple](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6254426/4b67359b-256b-4089-bab9-0a333bff4180.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit City Centre Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Birmingham travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Birmingham.dx6023342) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Wolverhampton](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6254461/22a0a9e3-7b5d-487a-8234-a540519b2abf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Wolverhampton Grand Theatre 4.5/5(3 reviews) Broadway musicals, interpretations of iconic operas and tributes to world-famous musicians are some of the highlights of this theater’s schedule. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Wolverhampton-Grand-Theatre-City-Centre.d6254461.Attraction) ![Wolverhampton which includes a garden, heritage architecture and a fountain](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6254426/91b66fff-5b76-4a5d-bc82-5d527b545ae9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Wolverhampton Art Gallery From Georgian-era masterpieces to works by acclaimed pop artists, there are over 300 years of art and social history to discover at this superb museum. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Wolverhampton-Art-Gallery-City-Centre.d6254426.Attraction) ![Sat outside NEC Birmingham ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6231044/b3a459b6-9609-4ab0-8841-ed03e9c1f079.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### National Exhibition Centre 4.5/5(550 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/National-Exhibition-Centre-Marston-Green.d6046975.Attraction) ![Cadbury World featuring heritage architecture, cbd and signage](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6084075/1c79be02-8ff4-445e-bdf8-6e8faf7aec40.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cadbury World 4/5(159 reviews) Learn about the history of one of the world’s biggest chocolate manufacturers and sample various products at this interactive chocolate and entertainment center. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cadbury-World-Bournville.d6084075.Attraction) ![The famous Holte End at Villa Park - home of Aston Villa. They didn't actually offer stadium tours, but I sweet talked security and was allowed to explore the whole place unattended! ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/575/84b1f5c0-b464-4dce-b3e1-ff4313f7ed89.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Villa Park 5/5(1 review) Catch an event at Villa Park during your trip to Birmingham. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its entertainment choices. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Villa-Park-Birmingham.d6084151.Attraction) ![Birmingham City University, UK - Margaret Street campus.; Shutterstock ID 245154784; purchase_order: Comps; job: ; client: ; other:](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6084145/abca073a-bb86-4bb7-bae2-47c88c90c41c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### University of Birmingham 4/5(160 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/University-Of-Birmingham-Edgbaston.d6084145.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Brewood Village Historical Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4500902/5cacbc96-ca2c-46c9-b018-385dee6c35a7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Brewood Village Historical Tour £10 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/brewood-village-historical-tour.a4500902.activity-details) ![Midlands: Cold War Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49848270/202bc746-c362-4329-b965-988f8e421781.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Midlands: Cold War Tour £10 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/midlands-cold-war-tour.a49848270.activity-details) ![Midlands: Bomber Command Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49849750/fbd66e77-661e-41d8-aaa8-bb4b1abb2d4d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Midlands: Bomber Command Tour £10 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/midlands-bomber-command-tour.a49849750.activity-details) ![ Join Dudley Canal and Caverns Boat Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51666686/ea460e37-8ad6-44ba-8152-2df029faeeab.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Join Dudley Canal and Caverns Boat Tour £13 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/join-dudley-canal-and-caverns-boat-tour.a51666686.activity-details) ![Birmingham: Slogging Gangs Guided Walking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48280773/5168628d-5902-44fc-accc-2a687e5a9b65.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Birmingham: Slogging Gangs Guided Walking Tour £20 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/birmingham-slogging-gangs-guided-walking-tour.a48280773.activity-details) ![Warwick Castle Tickets](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/515674/5f9ae297-947f-4352-b74e-9bfe4ec5c272.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Warwick Castle Tickets £25 per adult **86%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/warwick-castle-tickets.a515674.activity-details) [See all activities in Birmingham](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Birmingham.d6023342.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in City Centre ![Crowne Plaza Birmingham City Centre by IHG](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/10000/9978/cc247411_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Crowne Plaza Birmingham City Centre by IHG Central Square, Holliday Street Birmingham England Fully refundable £67 19 Apr - 20 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Birmingham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,158 reviews) Clean rooms Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=19%2F04%2F2026&endDate=20%2F04%2F2026&selected=9978&PinnedHotelID=9978&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=959931888332603392) ![Holiday Inn Express Birmingham - City Centre by IHG](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17740000/17730400/17730321/eca93aef_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Holiday Inn Express Birmingham - City Centre by IHG 19 Holiday Street Birmingham England £58 30 Mar - 31 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Birmingham. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,000 reviews) very friendly staff, room was lovely and housekeeping was great Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=30%2F03%2F2026&endDate=31%2F03%2F2026&selected=17730321&PinnedHotelID=17730321&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=959931888332603392) ![The Grand Hotel Birmingham](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57260000/57252600/57252550/6de0f83d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Grand Hotel Birmingham Colmore Row Birmingham England £126 12 Apr - 13 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Birmingham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,144 reviews) Lovely sized rooms. Only downside was the bar stopped serving food at 7pm. Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F04%2F2026&endDate=13%2F04%2F2026&selected=57252550&PinnedHotelID=57252550&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=959931888332603392) ![Holiday Inn Birmingham City Centre by IHG](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/1800/1772/36bc2659_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Holiday Inn Birmingham City Centre by IHG Smallbrook Birmingham England £63 2 Apr - 3 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Birmingham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews) We use this hotel as it is central to theatre land and lots of great restaurants. Room was excellent, clean and very comfortable. The only downside was our complimentary mini bar had not been restocked after the previous occupancy. This was soon rectified following a call to reception. The staff ... Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=02%2F04%2F2026&endDate=03%2F04%2F2026&selected=1772&PinnedHotelID=1772&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=959931888332603392) ![Malmaison Birmingham](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7740000/7733800/7733742/e82d9806_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Malmaison Birmingham 1 Wharfside Birmingham England £80 29 Mar - 30 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this boutique hotel in Birmingham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,092 reviews) Malmaison is conveniently located a few blocks away from the main train station for Birmingham, and this is in the middle of all the action in the central city, even part of the Mailbox mall with a movie theater and excellent restaurant-bar-pub choices. Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=29%2F03%2F2026&endDate=30%2F03%2F2026&selected=7733742&PinnedHotelID=7733742&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=959931888332603392) ![Aloft Birmingham Eastside](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57680000/57679100/57679060/d4631816_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Aloft Birmingham Eastside 4 Woodcock Street Birmingham England £63 2 Apr - 3 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Birmingham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (975 reviews) Spacious clean room. Very quiet on the 6th floor - slept brilliantly. Nice breakfast. Lovely staff. Parking nearby was reasonably priced. Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=02%2F04%2F2026&endDate=03%2F04%2F2026&selected=57679060&PinnedHotelID=57679060&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=959931888332603392) [See all 3,688 properties in City Centre](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=25%2F03%2F2026&endDate=26%2F03%2F2026®ionId=959931888332603392) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check City Centre hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=959931888332603392&startDate=2026-03-24&endDate=2026-03-25)[24 Mar - 25 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=959931888332603392&startDate=2026-03-24&endDate=2026-03-25) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=959931888332603392&startDate=2026-03-25&endDate=2026-03-26)[25 Mar - 26 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=959931888332603392&startDate=2026-03-25&endDate=2026-03-26) [This weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=959931888332603392&startDate=27%2F03%2F2026&endDate=29%2F03%2F2026)[27 Mar - 29 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=959931888332603392&startDate=27%2F03%2F2026&endDate=29%2F03%2F2026) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=959931888332603392&startDate=03%2F04%2F2026&endDate=05%2F04%2F2026)[3 Apr - 5 Apr](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=959931888332603392&startDate=03%2F04%2F2026&endDate=05%2F04%2F2026) --- ### Other neighbourhoods around City Centre ![Beautiful aerial view of the Dinton Pastures Country Park, Black and White Swan Lake, and Winnersh Triangle](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/500519/9d605d69-9594-4a45-a0aa-642cc6fd0875.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Great Barr 4/5(8 area reviews) Visitors to Great Barr enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Sandwell Valley Country Park is worth a stop. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Birmingham-Great-Barr.dx500519) ![Detail of the old church of Edgbaston in Birmingham, UK ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6231015/5a0e5650-51a9-439b-ba7e-8bebe6cb2a2e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Edgbaston 3.5/5(334 area reviews) Take time in Edgbaston to visit attractions like Hagley Road and Birmingham Botanical Gardens. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at Edgbaston Village Station to see more of the city. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Birmingham-Edgbaston.dx6231015) ![Jewellery Quarter showing street scenes and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6160969/9a4c87ce-f5a2-42b0-8a5a-7e43fc0c2806.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Birmingham-Jewellery-Quarter.dx6160969) ![www.alamy.com](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634859592877/ceaeee2b-a066-4ed0-9afd-ac1f35a200b6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Harborne Travellers enjoy Harborne for its parks and casinos. Consider checking out Hagley Road while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Birmingham-Harborne.dx553248634859592877) ![Ikon Gallery showing a square or plaza, a city and night scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6084095/d91b1b6d-4b8a-40a0-acb5-c1eb179dd5d2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Westside 4/5(65 area reviews) Known for its fantastic nightlife and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Westside. Check out top attractions like Broad Street and National SEA LIFE Centre, and jump on the metro at Five Ways Tram Stop or Brindley Place Tram Stop to see more of the city. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Birmingham-Westside.dx6231004) ![Birmingham City Centre](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6084045/21234ffd-fe56-4622-ae63-c8cfe7d777dd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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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