Colmore Business District Travel Guide
Birmingham
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Popular places to visit
Birmingham Town Hall
Not just a site of historical importance, this Birmingham icon remains a hub of modern culture in the United Kingdom’s proud second city.
Birmingham Cathedral
Visit this 18th-century church to admire Baroque architecture, see work by a Pre-Raphaelite artist and listen to choral concerts.
Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery
This museum in the city center houses the world’s biggest collection of Pre-Raphaelite paintings, as well as important artifacts from across history.
Chamberlain Square
A museum and art gallery, historical buildings, a food court and a Christmas market all make this public square a focal point of Birmingham’s city center.
Birmingham Christmas Market
During your visit to Birmingham, you can do some window-shopping at Birmingham Christmas Market. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices.
Birmingham Council House
After visiting Birmingham Council House, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Birmingham. Discover the area's lively bars and its great live music.
Things to do
Birmingham: Victorian Canals and Modern-Day Birmingham Tour
Birmingham: Slogging Gangs Guided Walking Tour
SEA LIFE Birmingham & Cadbury World Combo Ticket
Birmingham: SEA LIFE + LEGOLAND + Cadbury World Combo Ticket
Top hotels in Colmore Business District
The Grand Hotel Birmingham
I think we got a cheeky little upgrade because the room was huge! Spotless, the soaps and things smelt gorgeous. Beautiful little touches in the room too. Staff so friendly and courteous, can’t do enough to help. Breakfast was delicious and plentiful. Would love to stay again.
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Aparthotel Birmingham
The apartment was perfect, clean warm and inviting. Check in staff very pleasant. A fantastic place to stay when in Birmingham
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Express Birmingham - Snow Hill by IHG
Comfy room, great shower. Everything you needed. The breakfast was a free for all but was expected as busy
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Hotel du Vin & Bistro Birmingham
Attentive and helpful staff
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Crowne Plaza Birmingham City Centre by IHG
The room was clean and functional regretfully. The air-conditioning was very noisy and clunky, but this was reported at the beginning of the stay.
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
The Arden Hotel & Leisure Club
Lovely clean room, comfortable bed, spacious room,
Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Colmore Business District
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.
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 Industry and Genius, and jump on the metro at Library Tram Stop or Brindley Place Tram Stop to see more of 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.
Jewellery Quarter
Shopping, restaurants and theatres are just a few things travellers like about Jewellery Quarter. Sights like Chamberlain Clock and Museum of the Jewellery Quarter are spots to explore, and you can get around the greater Birmingham area at Jewellery Quarter Tram Stop.
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.
