Great Barr Travel Guide

Birmingham

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Things to do

Picture 1 for Activity Birmingham: Victorian Canals to Today's City Walking Tour

Birmingham: Victorian Canals and Modern-Day Birmingham Tour

฿657
per adult
Birmingham: Victorian Canals and Modern-Day Birmingham Tour
Cadbury World Tickets

Cadbury World Tickets

฿986
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Cadbury World Tickets
SEA LIFE Birmingham & Cadbury World

SEA LIFE Birmingham & Cadbury World Combo Ticket

฿1,534
per adult
SEA LIFE Birmingham & Cadbury World Combo Ticket
Stratford-upon-Avon: Shakespeare's Birthplace Ticket

Stratford-upon-Avon: Shakespeare's Birthplace Ticket

฿1,096
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Stratford-upon-Avon: Shakespeare's Birthplace Ticket
The Sinister Side of Shakespeare's Stratford Walking Tour

The Sinister Side of Shakespeare's Stratford Ghost Walk

฿526
per adult
The Sinister Side of Shakespeare's Stratford Ghost Walk
Shropshire: Meet the Mini Moos Cow Cuddling Experience

Shropshire: Meet the Mini Moos Cow Cuddling Experience

฿855
per adult
Shropshire: Meet the Mini Moos Cow Cuddling Experience
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Top hotels in Great Barr

Genting Hotel & Spa at Resorts World Birmingham

Genting Hotel & Spa at Resorts World Birmingham

4 out of 5
Pendigo Way Birmingham England
The price is ฿2,812 per night from 16 Jul to 17 Jul
฿2,812
฿3,374 total
16 Jul - 17 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Birmingham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 18 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,015 reviews)
"Excellent all round we have been here a fair few times now never been disappointed"

Reviewed on 30 Jun 2026

Genting Hotel & Spa at Resorts World Birmingham
Holiday Inn Express Birmingham - City Centre by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Birmingham - City Centre by IHG

3.5 out of 5
19 Holiday Street Birmingham England
The price is ฿2,045 per night from 12 Jul to 13 Jul
฿2,045
฿2,454 total
12 Jul - 13 Jul
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! (2,153 reviews)
"Good night sleep, very helpful and friendly staff! Great location. 5 stars!"

Reviewed on 30 Jun 2026

Holiday Inn Express Birmingham - City Centre by IHG
Malmaison Birmingham

Malmaison Birmingham

4 out of 5
1 Wharfside Birmingham England
The price is ฿3,455 per night from 3 Jul to 4 Jul
฿3,455
฿4,146 total
3 Jul - 4 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this boutique hotel in Birmingham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,168 reviews)
"Clean, friendly staff, excellent bar / restaurant. Stayed in various hotels in this area & this is the best ."

Reviewed on 27 Jun 2026

Malmaison Birmingham
The Arden Hotel & Leisure Club

The Arden Hotel & Leisure Club

3 out of 5
Coventry Road, Bickenhill Solihull England
The price is ฿2,903 per night from 3 Jul to 4 Jul
฿2,903
฿3,484 total
3 Jul - 4 Jul
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! (1,619 reviews)
"Lovely hotel, convenient location for NEC Venue"

Reviewed on 30 Jun 2026

The Arden Hotel & Leisure Club
ibis budget Birmingham Centre

ibis budget Birmingham Centre

2.5 out of 5
1 Great Colmore Street Birmingham England
The price is ฿1,323 per night from 2 Jul to 3 Jul
฿1,323
฿1,588 total
2 Jul - 3 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Birmingham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,437 reviews)
"Comfortable room and staff were excellent & friendly Would recommend as a good value break"

Reviewed on 29 Jun 2026

ibis budget Birmingham Centre
The Grand Hotel Birmingham

The Grand Hotel Birmingham

4 out of 5
Colmore Row Birmingham England
The price is ฿4,267 per night from 12 Jul to 13 Jul
฿4,267
฿5,121 total
12 Jul - 13 Jul
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! (1,194 reviews)
"Clean room, good air con, nice breakfast. Nice and quiet, will stay here again"

Reviewed on 29 Jun 2026

The Grand Hotel Birmingham
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Where to stay in Great Barr

Find the best Great Barr areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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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.

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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.

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Coventry City Centre

Coventry City Centre is noteworthy for its museums, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Lady Godiva Statue and Coventry Transport Museum.

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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 Resorts World Birmingham, and jump on the metro at Air Rail Link Tram Stop to get around the city.

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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.

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