Title: Olton Travel Guide: Best of Olton, Birmingham Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Olton](https://expedia.co.uk/Olton-Birmingham-Hotels.0-n553248635975874637-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-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)[Olton Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Olton.d553248635975874637.Car-Hire-Guide)[Olton Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Olton.d553248635975874637.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Olton Travel Guide ## Birmingham ![The Grand Union passes Olton](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635975874637/2303d64e-a5f6-4038-882f-37bfdacd026a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635975874637/2303d64e-a5f6-4038-882f-37bfdacd026a.jpg) by [Row17](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/17899) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ![Olton Mere (3) Olton Mere is a large secluded expanse of water in the heart of Birmingham's eastern suburbs. The reservoir supplies water to the nearby Grand Union Canal and is also the home of Olton Mere Sailing Club. This photograph was taken by permission of British Waterways staff.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635975874637/bb89bf32-1f39-4ae8-8d5e-89b7c9706c6e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635975874637/bb89bf32-1f39-4ae8-8d5e-89b7c9706c6e.jpg) by [Andy F](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/32299) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ![Olton railway station photo-survey (12) Looking in the down (northbound) direction at Olton station. Note the overgrown disused platform to the left of the photo (see below). Olton station is on the ex-GWR (Great western Railway) London to Birmingham line. It serves the suburbs of Olton and Ulverley Green about six miles east-southeast of Birmingham city centre. The line was originally built with double track and Olton station had two facing platforms, one either side of the two through lines. However, in the early 1930s the GWR quadrupled the track in the Birmingham area to cope with greatly increased suburban traffic. After quadrupling, Olton station had two island platforms, one serving the two down lines, the other serving the two up lines. Today, the route is reduced to two tracks again and one of Olton's 1930s island platforms (the one on the east side of the site) serves the up and down lines. The other island platform is no longer accessible and is very overgrown. Olton station is operated by London Midland as part of Network West Midlands and is a designated rail/bus interchange point. The majority of train services are operated by London midland but some Chiltern Railways trains call at Olton.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635975874637/32215540-408d-43f6-bdd4-50cfe1901bd9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635975874637/32215540-408d-43f6-bdd4-50cfe1901bd9.jpg) by [Andy F](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/32299) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ![Olton Mere (12) Valve gear at Olton Mere, a large secluded expanse of water in the heart of Birmingham's eastern suburbs. The reservoir supplies water to the nearby Grand Union Canal and is also the home of Olton Mere Sailing Club. This photograph was taken by permission of British Waterways staff.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635975874637/580d977a-9066-4a07-85b5-8197114565f1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635975874637/580d977a-9066-4a07-85b5-8197114565f1.jpg) by [Andy F](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/32299) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ![Olton Mere (4) Olton Mere is a large secluded expanse of water in the heart of Birmingham's eastern suburbs. The reservoir supplies water to the nearby Grand Union Canal and is also the home of Olton Mere Sailing Club. This photograph was taken by permission of British Waterways staff.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635975874637/58d241a3-463c-4a8f-8272-68866e770861.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635975874637/58d241a3-463c-4a8f-8272-68866e770861.jpg) by [Andy F](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/32299) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ## Visit Olton Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Birmingham travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Birmingham.dx6023342) --- ### Popular places to visit ![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 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 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 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 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) ![Bullring Shopping Centre which includes shopping and modern architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6084073/ddcc7db3-60f9-47db-a254-c15452debcf7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Bullring-Grand-Central-Birmingham-City-Centre.d6084073.Attraction) ![Birmingham Town Hall UK](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6164483/451f8c3e-7a24-4cbe-b896-c82c63a766cb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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 family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Broad-Street-Westside.d6164483.Attraction) ### Things to do ![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) ![The Sinister Side of Shakespeare's Stratford Walking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48272879/833b2e1b-b78c-48d7-864b-ca5d92a42328.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### The Sinister Side of Shakespeare's Stratford Walking Tour £12 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/the-sinister-side-of-shakespeares-stratford-walking-tour.a48272879.activity-details) ![Picture 1 for Activity Birmingham: Victorian Canals to Today's City Walking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4562817/b8c74e5a-c582-49ea-a178-803d1b31cf79.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Birmingham: Victorian Canals and Modern-Day Birmingham Tour £15 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/birmingham-victorian-canals-and-modern-day-birmingham-tour.a4562817.activity-details) ![Stratford-upon-Avon: Anne Hathaway's Cottage Entry ticket](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48376444/203e2a61-c2ab-40d9-a74a-cfc67f5e916a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Stratford-upon-Avon: Anne Hathaway's Cottage Entry ticket £15 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/stratford-upon-avon-anne-hathaways-cottage-entry-ticket.a48376444.activity-details) ![Stratford-upon-Avon: Tudor World Museum Entrance Ticket](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48235440/3a0e9c6c-2487-4e9a-a331-64b52e0c5b0b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Stratford-upon-Avon: Tudor World Museum Entrance Ticket £8 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/stratford-upon-avon-tudor-world-museum-entrance-ticket.a48235440.activity-details) [See all activities in Birmingham](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Birmingham.d6023342.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Olton ![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=553248635975874637) ![The Arden Hotel & Leisure Club](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1190000/1184900/1184887/7d3fa632_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Arden Hotel & Leisure Club Coventry Road, Bickenhill Solihull England £80 30 Mar - 31 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Solihull. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,541 reviews) Hotel is very tired, I was under the impression that I had booked a superior room however there was nothing superior about the room I stayed in, cracked toilet, cracked tiles just generally shabby. Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=30%2F03%2F2026&endDate=31%2F03%2F2026&selected=1184887&PinnedHotelID=1184887&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975874637) ![Forest of Arden Hotel & Country Club](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/28600/28506/f9a4cb84_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Forest of Arden Hotel & Country Club Maxstoke Lane, Meriden Solihull England £76 2 Apr - 3 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this spa hotel in Solihull. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,129 reviews) Quite simply, BRILLIANT! Set in a beautiful country location this hotel is so peaceful, yet only a few minutes drive from the NEC, Meriden and the motorway network. Every member of staff is polite, courteous and helpful. The whole hotel has a certain opulence. The rooms are a good size without being ... Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=02%2F04%2F2026&endDate=03%2F04%2F2026&selected=28506&PinnedHotelID=28506&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975874637) ![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! (1,995 reviews) Sufficient stay and great value for money 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=553248635975874637) ![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=553248635975874637) ![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! (1,000 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=553248635975874637) [See all 4,432 properties in Olton](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=26%2F03%2F2026&endDate=27%2F03%2F2026®ionId=553248635975874637) 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 Olton hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975874637&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=553248635975874637&startDate=2026-03-25&endDate=2026-03-26) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975874637&startDate=2026-03-26&endDate=2026-03-27)[26 Mar - 27 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975874637&startDate=2026-03-26&endDate=2026-03-27) [This weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975874637&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=553248635975874637&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=553248635975874637&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=553248635975874637&startDate=03%2F04%2F2026&endDate=05%2F04%2F2026) --- ### Other neighbourhoods around Olton ![St Thomas More Church, Sheldon, Birmingham, England. This impressive Roman Catholic church is situated on the corner of Sheaf Lane and Three Horseshoes Lane.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634859592583/986c9c9a-1d5a-4aef-9255-142acc613d75.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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 Elmdon Park or bp pulse LIVE. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Birmingham-Sheldon.dx553248634859592583) ![Narrowboats moored on the Birmingham Canal at Tipton in summertime](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635977995900/7951aa1a-e529-42f7-abc2-db70296b668b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Shirley 4.5/5(6 area reviews) Shirley might not have many top sights, but The Shire Country Park and Edgbaston Stadium are two attractions nearby that you can check out. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Birmingham-Shirley.dx553248635977995900) ![Night lights of Moseley.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/575/8df194b8-72bb-4d9a-8ffd-9de6e754b50f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Moseley 4.5/5(2 area reviews) 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 Midlands Arts Centre are a few top places to visit. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Birmingham-Moseley.dx553248634859586749) ![views from the towpath worcester and birmingham canal worestersh](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6231044/7f746136-ef51-4337-869f-b58f74e34eaf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Birmingham-Marston-Green.dx6231044) ![Digbeth showing outdoor art](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000662626/3cb79773-4968-40b3-b653-3f38dfa3421b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Birmingham-Digbeth.dx3000662626) ![Birmingham, England #myphotos #aroundtheworld ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/575/7075d11c-839a-4a56-b8b4-3ba41cb2a084.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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 Millennium Point or Thinktank Birmingham Science Museum. 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