Maypole 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 Maypole

The Arden Hotel & Leisure Club
Sauna and pool were nice, staff friendly and helpful. Rooms are a bit tired and could do with being updated.
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026

ibis Styles Birmingham NEC and Airport
Nice clean room, helpfum staff
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026

Malmaison Birmingham
Fantastic staff and room
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026

Holiday Inn Express Birmingham - City Centre by IHG
Room was lovely - very clean. Comfortable bed and good shower. Staff were lovely and breakfast very good.
Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026

Redwings Lodge Wolverhampton
Dearsr hotel
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026

Crowne Plaza Birmingham City Centre by IHG
Room was cleaned. Bathroom floor in the corners could have been cleaned better. Staff, Catering were good and amenities.
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Maypole

Shirley
Shirley might not have many top sights, but Touchwood Shopping Center and Edgbaston Stadium are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Bournville
Bournville is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Cadbury World and Selly Manor Museum.

Acocks Green
While visiting Acocks Green, you might make a stop by sights like Acocks Green Bowl and Megazone.

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 Edgbaston Stadium.

Digbeth
Bars, shopping and historical sites are just a few things travellers enjoy about Digbeth. Check out Hurst Street or Shopping District while you're exploring the area.

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.


