Lickey Travel Guide
Birmingham





Popular places to visit

Lickey Hills Country Park
After visiting Lickey Hills Country Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Birmingham. Discover the lively bars and entertainment choices in this walkable area.

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.

International Convention Centre
Remarkably elegant and extremely well-equipped, Birmingham’s most ambitious venue hosts more than 350 different events every year.

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.

Villa Park
Catch an event at Villa Park during your trip to Birmingham. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its entertainment choices.

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

Birmingham: Slogging Gangs Guided Walking Tour

The Sinister Side of Shakespeare's Stratford Ghost Walk

Birmingham: Victorian Canals and Modern-Day Birmingham Tour

Stratford-upon-Avon: Anne Hathaway's Cottage Entry ticket

Stratford-upon-Avon: Tudor World Museum Entrance Ticket
Top hotels in Lickey

Crowne Plaza Birmingham City Centre by IHG
Easy to find, good location, check in and check out was easy, room was clean and spacious and comfortable, breakfast was good and tasty, staff were helpful and friendly
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026

The Arden Hotel & Leisure Club
U get what you pay for , negatives - no fridge [should be standard in all hotels] , loads of marks and dust and scratches everywhere, Tv is only assigned to hotel screen so can’t watch anything. Postivites are it has a spa and it’s close to NEC and that’s about it
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026

Forest of Arden Hotel & Country Club
Having previously played golf here and it is a lovely course I was staying because of a 2 day business trip running workshops nearby Check in was fine, staff were friendly. First disappointment no water in a room costing over £200. I think that is poor. Main issue was with the restaurant. I had booked ...
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026

The Grand Hotel Birmingham
Lovely hotel, gorgeous room & delicious breakfast
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026

Holiday Inn Express Birmingham - City Centre by IHG
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Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026

Holiday Inn Birmingham City Centre by IHG
We had a great stay at this hotel.
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Lickey

Bournville
Bournville is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Cadbury World and Selly Manor Museum.

Harborne
Travellers enjoy Harborne for its parks and casinos. Consider checking out Hagley Road while you're in the area.

Moseley
The bars and lake views are just a few features travellers like about Moseley. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, Moseley Bog and West Midlands Police Museum are a few top places to visit.

Edgbaston
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.

Shirley
Shirley might not have many top sights, but The Shire Country Park and Touchwood Shopping Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Westside
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.
