Westside Travel Guide
Birmingham
Popular places to visit
International Convention Centre
Remarkably elegant and extremely well-equipped, Birmingham’s most ambitious venue hosts more than 350 different events every year.
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 romantic area.
Symphony Hall
Listen to the City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra and watch world-famous rock and pop musicians at this concert hall.
The Mailbox
Shop for designer clothes, sample international cuisine at waterside restaurants and watch a television show broadcast, all at this multipurpose retail center.
Brindleyplace
After visiting Brindleyplace, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Birmingham. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its lively bars.
National SEA LIFE Centre
Make time in your itinerary to visit the sea life who live at National SEA LIFE Centre during your trip to Birmingham. Discover the area's acclaimed theatre scene and shops.
Things to do
Birmingham: Victorian Canals and Modern-Day Birmingham Tour
Birmingham City Centre Daily Walking Tour (10:30am & 2pm)
SEA LIFE Birmingham & Cadbury World Combo Ticket
Birmingham: Discovering Birmingham Walking Tour
Top hotels in Westside
ibis budget Birmingham Centre
"Stayed there with friends for a concert and it was perfect for us, rooms are small but its just somewhere to sleep so it was absolutely fine! The staff were very helpful! Cheap as chips for 2 rooms less than 60 quid between 5 of us!! And a tenner for parking overnight! Can't go wrong, if we are ever ..."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Crowne Plaza Birmingham City Centre by IHG
"Super location, easy to find. Our room was clean, modern and the beds were very comfy. All staff were lovely, overall a great hotel."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Malmaison Birmingham
"The room was good a couple of niggly issues that we did mention to reception. The staff were all very pleasant and helpful.The breakfast was really good ,the continental was varied ,fresh and tasty.The cooked breakfast i had was good."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Holiday Inn Express Birmingham - City Centre by IHG
"The staff were extremely helpful. I can't remember there names but my glasses broke when I was there and I can't see without my glasses I needed a temporary fix to get me home. I spoke to Reception to ask for a bit of sellotape or glue and she called the maintenance guy who patched then up til I ..."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Leonardo Royal Hotel Birmingham
"Great stay at the Royal Leonardo hotel in Birmingham. Great room, booked an executive room which was worth the little bit extra. Quiet,clean and friendly staff on checking in. The location is excellent near to Brindly Place for good restaurants, within walking distance to Bullring and central areas(New ..."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
B&B HOTEL Birmingham Centre
"Great location. Good price. Spacious room. Sadly, the air-conditioning was useless and the room temp never fell below 26 despite being on for hours (because it reprogrammed). Opening the windows meant you could hear a very busy road and roadworks that started at 6am. Staff were excellent in the main. ..."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Westside
Convention Quarter
Known for its fantastic nightlife and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Convention Quarter. Check out top attractions like Symphony Hall and Library of Birmingham, and jump on the metro at Library Tram Stop or Brindley Place Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Theatreland Birmingham
Theatreland Birmingham is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Birmingham Hippodrome and The Arcadian while in the area.
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.
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.
Jewellery Quarter
Shopping, restaurants and theatres are just a few things travellers like about Jewellery Quarter. Sights like Museum of the Jewellery Quarter and Chamberlain Clock are spots to explore, and you can get around the greater Birmingham area at Jewellery Quarter Tram Stop.
