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.
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 top-notch restaurants and acclaimed theatre scene in this walkable area.
Utilita Arena Birmingham
Catch an event at Utilita Arena Birmingham during your trip to Birmingham. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its lively bars.
International Convention Centre
Remarkably elegant and extremely well-equipped, Birmingham’s most ambitious venue hosts more than 350 different events every year.
Things to do
Birmingham: Victorian Canals and Modern-Day Birmingham Tour
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 Sheldon
The Arden Hotel & Leisure Club
Really good stay, excellent service especially from Lydia!
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Express Birmingham - City Centre by IHG
Room was spotless, staff were great, breakfast very average
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Malmaison Birmingham
Yes clean but shower gel was empty that’s lo
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
B&B HOTEL Birmingham Centre
Lovely hotel in the middle of the city. For a one night stop over it had everything I needed. Basic, clean with friendly staff
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Crowne Plaza Birmingham City Centre by IHG
Stayed for 2 nights . Check in very quick. Lovely young man on reception. Room Modern Tastefully decorated and comfortable, Upgraded to club room)spotlessly clean. However did need to change as very noisy due to possible aircon work on roof . Receptionist took us to another room even returned with ...
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
Clayton Hotel Birmingham
Room was clean. A little small for 3 people but we made do as 1 night. Could have done with another chair or 2 - there was just one at the desk. Parking is nearby 5-8min walk. Would be good if hotel provided clear directions for walking from the car park to the hotel.
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Sheldon
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.
Acocks Green
While visiting Acocks Green, you might make a stop by sights like Acocks Green Bowl and Megazone.
Shirley
Shirley might not have many top sights, but Touchwood Shopping Center and Edgbaston Stadium are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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 Midlands Arts Centre are a few top places to visit.
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.
