Alum Rock Travel Guide
Birmingham
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Birmingham: Victorian Canals and Modern-Day Birmingham Tour
Stratford-upon-Avon: Shakespeare's Birthplace Ticket
Birmingham: Slogging Gangs Guided Walking Tour
Tudor World Ghost Tour by Lantern light inside the building
The Sinister Side of Shakespeare's Stratford Walking Tour
Stratford-upon-Avon: Tudor World Museum Entrance Ticket
Top hotels in Alum Rock
Crowne Plaza Birmingham City Centre by IHG
Definitely stop again
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
The Arden Hotel & Leisure Club
Excellent Hotel, easy walk to the nec, good facilities, car parking good, bar and resturant were excellent, especially the food.
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Redwings Lodge Wolverhampton
Good value hotel which is upgrading the rooms at the moment. Our room had obviously been recently renovated and was brilliant with everything you would want from a small hotel room. Great shower/ all modern sockets with usb/ good tv with internet connection/ air conditioning which was very good. ...
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Forest of Arden Hotel & Country Club
Overall very good, room was quiet as on a separate corridor which was good. Briefly used the pool but the hot tub was emptied for cleaning
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Holiday Inn Express Birmingham - City Centre by IHG
After our disastrous check in and room allocation (see previous review) all was good - location could be better so won’t use this hotel again
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
B&B HOTEL Birmingham Centre
Clean room. Looks exactly like the pictures advertised.
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Alum Rock
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.
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 Aston Hall and Villa Park.
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.
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.
