Eastside Travel Guide
Birmingham
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
Learn about Birmingham’s industrial past, discover ancient fossils and take an interactive journey into space at this science and education center.
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.
Things to do
Birmingham: Slogging Gangs Guided Walking Tour
Birmingham: Victorian Canals and Modern-Day Birmingham Tour
Birmingham: SEA LIFE + LEGOLAND Discovery Centre Combo Ticket
Cotswolds Full-Day Tour From Birmingham
Birmingham Tour App, Hidden Gems Game and Big Britain Quiz (1 Day Pass) UK
Fun, Flexible Treasure Hunt Around Birmingham with Cryptic Clues & Hidden Gems
Top hotels in Eastside
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
Everything was perfect
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026
Clayton Hotel Birmingham
Great
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026
Aparthotel Adagio Birmingham City Centre
As a lot of the previous reviews have mentioned, the reception staff were so welcoming and couldn't do enough for you. Thanks Linda and Andrew! I got a complimentary upgrade to a 'superior suite' which was lovely. Decent size lounge, well equipped kitchen, comfy bed, all nice and warm, clean, well ...
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026
The Arden Hotel & Leisure Club
Sauna and pool were nice, staff friendly and helpful. Rooms are a bit tired and could do with being updated.
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026
ibis Styles Birmingham NEC and Airport
Nice clean room, helpfum staff
Reviewed on 9 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.
