Lye 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 acclaimed theatre scene and shops in this walkable area.
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.
Villa Park
Catch an event at Villa Park during your trip to Birmingham. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its entertainment choices.
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 lively bars and great live music in this family-friendly area.
Things to do
Birmingham: Victorian Canals and Modern-Day Birmingham Tour
Stratford-upon-Avon: Shakespeare's Birthplace Ticket
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 Lye
Crowne Plaza Birmingham City Centre by IHG
location is great 5 mins walk from town
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
The Arden Hotel & Leisure Club
Only a few little things There was no menu in our room or how to order for room service . Room was a little on the small side but clean We only had on set of towels and there was two of us Staff where friendly and polite There was some grout missing the bathroom and a little paint on the door would ...
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Forest of Arden Hotel & Country Club
Overall very good, room was quiet as on a separate corridor which was good. Briefly used the pool but the hot tub was emptied for cleaning
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Redwings Lodge Wolverhampton
Good value hotel which is upgrading the rooms at the moment. Our room had obviously been recently renovated and was brilliant with everything you would want from a small hotel room. Great shower/ all modern sockets with usb/ good tv with internet connection/ air conditioning which was very good. ...
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
The Grand Hotel Birmingham
Super super hotel... staff were exceedingly helpful
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Holiday Inn Express Birmingham - City Centre by IHG
After our disastrous check in and room allocation (see previous review) all was good - location could be better so won’t use this hotel again
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Lye
Harborne
Travellers enjoy Harborne for its parks and casinos. Consider checking out Hagley Road while you're in the area.
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.
Selly Oak
Though Selly Oak may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Cadbury World and Selly Manor Museum.
Bournville
Bournville is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Cadbury World and Selly Manor Museum.
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.
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.
