Alum Rock Travel Guide
Birmingham
Visit Alum Rock
Things to do
Stratford-upon-Avon: Shakespeare's Birthplace Ticket
Birmingham: Victorian Canals and Modern-Day Birmingham Tour
SEA LIFE Birmingham & Cadbury World Combo Ticket
Tudor World Ghost Tour by Lantern light inside the building
SEA LIFE Birmingham + Warwick Castle Combo Ticket
Top hotels in Alum Rock
Leonardo Royal Hotel Birmingham
"This is my second time staying here this year and the experience was still top tier. I was able to also use the gym the second time around and it had great facilities. My room was comfortable and smelled great and the bathroom was also spacious with wonderful amenities. a wonderful experience all ..."
Reviewed on 19 Sept 2026
Genting Hotel & Spa at Resorts World Birmingham
Malmaison Birmingham
Holiday Inn Express Birmingham - City Centre by IHG
"Excellent stay. Exceptional value for money. Clean and modern with a good breakfast included. Highly recommend"
Reviewed on 19 Sept 2026
Village Hotel Birmingham Walsall
"Terrible from get go- my travel partner is in a wheelchair and the elevator was broken the entire time we were there. Had to get her a different room in the holiday inn across the street. I made my way up 3 flights of stairs to the room every single time. No staff around at check in. It’s self serve. ..."
Reviewed on 19 Sept 2026
The Arden Hotel & Leisure Club
"This hotel was really lovely, open, spacious and welcoming. The staff were very friendly and helpful, and the gym and pool facilities were great. There was plenty of parking and it’s a short walk to the NEC."
Reviewed on 18 Sept 2026
Where to stay in Alum Rock
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 Utilita Arena Birmingham and Birmingham Cathedral, and jump on the metro at Grand Central Tram Stop or Corporation Street Tram Stop to see more of the city.
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.
Coventry City Centre
Coventry City Centre is noteworthy for its museums, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Coventry Transport Museum and Planet Ice Coventry.
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.
Westside
Known for its fantastic nightlife and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Westside. Check out top attractions like Utilita Arena Birmingham and Broad Street, and jump on the metro at Five Ways Tram Stop or Brindley Place Tram Stop to see more of the city.
