Olton Travel Guide
Birmingham
Popular places to visit
Villa Park
Catch an event at Villa Park during your trip to Birmingham. Discover the area's lively bars and its acclaimed theatre scene.
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.
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.
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 walkable area.
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.
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.
Things to do
Birmingham: Slogging Gangs Guided Walking Tour
Birmingham: Victorian Canals and Modern-Day Birmingham Tour
The Sinister Side of Shakespeare's Stratford Walking Tour
Birmingham: SEA LIFE + LEGOLAND Discovery Centre Combo Ticket
Stratford-upon-Avon: Tudor World Museum Entrance Ticket
Top hotels in Olton
Crowne Plaza Birmingham City Centre by IHG
The room was clean and functional regretfully. The air-conditioning was very noisy and clunky, but this was reported at the beginning of the stay.
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
The Arden Hotel & Leisure Club
Great location for an overnight stay before flying from Birmingham airport
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026
Malmaison Birmingham
Excellent stay as always - friendly welcoming staff from check in to check out - a perfect stay - thank you.
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
ibis Styles Birmingham NEC and Airport
Clean tidy and modern. Only issue was trying to work out air con as the room was like a sauna and no instructions. Finally sorted after 4hrs
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
Holiday Inn Express Birmingham - City Centre by IHG
Rooms were clean . Food was yummy and lots of different options for breakfast. The staff were really friendly and welcoming - Even gave us the option if we wanted a room on the top floor or bottom. Close to the shopping centre and restaurants
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026
Forest of Arden Hotel & Country Club
Just what we would expect for a 4* hotel, clean, well decorated, friendly staff. The breakfast was good, but not amazing. The swimming pool and spa facilities were great, the gym was very well equipped. We had a lovely surprise when we came back to our room on the second day; it was my daughter’s ...
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Olton
Acocks Green
While visiting Acocks Green, you might make a stop by sights like Acocks Green Bowl and Megazone.
Sheldon
Sheldon is well liked for its parks. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Birmingham area, you might plan a trip to bp pulse LIVE or Resorts World Birmingham.
Shirley
Shirley might not have many top sights, but Touchwood Shopping Center and Edgbaston Stadium are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Marston Green
Well liked for its restaurants and museums, Marston Green is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like bp pulse LIVE and Pendigo Lake, and jump on the metro at Air Rail Link Tram Stop to get around the city.
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.
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 O2 Institute.
