Walmley 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 entertainment choices and shops in this walkable area.
Villa Park
Catch an event at Villa Park during your trip to Birmingham. Discover the area's lively bars and its acclaimed theatre scene.
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.
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 top-notch restaurants.
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.
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
Top hotels in Walmley
The Arden Hotel & Leisure Club
The staff were very friendly and welcoming.
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
ibis Styles Birmingham NEC and Airport
The room (224) was spotless. The staff were very helpful and polite. The location is very convenient for the NEC.
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
Malmaison Birmingham
Perfect, super comfortable room
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
Holiday Inn Express Birmingham - City Centre by IHG
Staff were pleasant and helpful. The amenities were nicely presented.
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
Redwings Lodge Wolverhampton
Room was really clean and tidy. Staff were brilliant. Looks like the place is having a real refurb, nice place to stay
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Crowne Plaza Birmingham City Centre by IHG
Nice staff
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Walmley
Erdington
Restaurants and museums are just a few things travellers like about Erdington. A stop by New Hall Mill is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.
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 Villa Park and Aston Hall.
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.
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.
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.
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.
