Selly Oak Travel Guide

Birmingham

A river with a boat docked on the right, a building with graffiti, and trees along the riverbank.
A narrowboat docked under a brick bridge with lush greenery on either side.
A canal with a bridge, surrounded by greenery and a pathway.
A narrow path beside a canal with a graffiti-covered wall and a bicycle leaning against it.
A narrow waterway flanked by dense foliage.
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Things to do

Picture 1 for Activity Birmingham: Victorian Canals to Today's City Walking Tour

Birmingham: Victorian Canals and Modern-Day Birmingham Tour

฿669
per adult
Birmingham: Victorian Canals and Modern-Day Birmingham Tour
Cadbury World Tickets

Cadbury World Tickets

฿1,003
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Cadbury World Tickets
Birmingham: Slogging Gangs Guided Walking Tour

Birmingham: Slogging Gangs Guided Walking Tour

฿892
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Birmingham: Slogging Gangs Guided Walking Tour
SEA LIFE Birmingham & Cadbury World

SEA LIFE Birmingham & Cadbury World Combo Ticket

฿1,366
per adult
SEA LIFE Birmingham & Cadbury World Combo Ticket
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Birmingham: Guided City Center Walking Tour (10:30am & 2pm)

฿669
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Birmingham: Guided City Center Walking Tour (10:30am & 2pm)
Birmingham City Centre Daily Walking Tour

Birmingham City Centre Daily Walking Tour (10:30am & 2pm)

฿624
per adult
Birmingham City Centre Daily Walking Tour (10:30am & 2pm)
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Top hotels in Selly Oak

Beautiful 1-bed Studio in Birmingham

Beautiful 1-bed Studio in Birmingham

3 out of 5
Birmingham England
Stay at this apartment in Birmingham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi. Popular attractions Utilita Arena Birmingham and Cadbury World are located nearby.
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Beautiful 1-bed Studio in Birmingham
Leonardo Royal Hotel Birmingham

Leonardo Royal Hotel Birmingham

4 out of 5
245 Broad Street Birmingham England
The price is ฿2,819 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
฿2,819
฿3,383 total
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Birmingham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
Leonardo Royal Hotel Birmingham
Malmaison Birmingham

Malmaison Birmingham

4 out of 5
1 Wharfside Birmingham England
The price is ฿2,952 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
฿2,952
฿3,543 total
25 Oct - 26 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this boutique hotel in Birmingham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,220 reviews)
"There was a beer can in the bin and a sweet wrapper on the bedside table. Although we paid £550 for two nights if we wanted to use the spa it was a further £15/person for one hour! The property and rooms were lovely but I feel for the price a few tweaks are needed!"

Reviewed on 26 Sept 2026

Malmaison Birmingham
Genting Hotel & Spa at Resorts World Birmingham

Genting Hotel & Spa at Resorts World Birmingham

4 out of 5
Pendigo Way Birmingham England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿3,243 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
฿3,243
฿3,892 total
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Birmingham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 18 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,031 reviews)
"Once again I can honestly say my stay was five star, no problems at all. The staff were all so helpful from reception to cleaning personnel. I have booked my next stay in December already that says it all!!!! Happy Christmas"

Reviewed on 26 Sept 2026

Genting Hotel & Spa at Resorts World Birmingham
The Arden Hotel & Leisure Club

The Arden Hotel & Leisure Club

3 out of 5
Coventry Road, Bickenhill Solihull England
The price is ฿2,464 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
฿2,464
฿2,956 total
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Solihull. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,678 reviews)
"Our room was a bit dated but spotless. Staff efficient. Bar very relaxing"

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2026

The Arden Hotel & Leisure Club
Holiday Inn Express Birmingham - City Centre by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Birmingham - City Centre by IHG

3.5 out of 5
19 Holiday Street Birmingham England
The price is ฿2,138 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
฿2,138
฿2,565 total
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Birmingham. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Holiday Inn Express Birmingham - City Centre by IHG
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Where to stay in Selly Oak

Find the best Selly Oak areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A modern spherical building with a reflective surface, surrounded by a busy urban street with traffic lights and a pedestrian overpass.

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.

A tall church with a pointed spire, surrounded by trees.
Photo by Chris Denny
Open Photo by Chris Denny

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.

A historic church with a tall spire and large arched windows.
Photo by Jules & Jenny
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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.

A historic building with ornate architecture, a fountain with a statue, and festive lights.

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.

A historic building with a clock tower, surrounded by modern architecture and trees.

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.

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