Sparkhill Travel Guide
Birmingham
Popular places to visit
Utilita Arena Birmingham
Catch an event at Utilita Arena Birmingham during your trip to Birmingham. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its lively bars.
Villa Park
Catch an event at Villa Park during your trip to Birmingham. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed theatre scene.
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.
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.
The Mailbox
Shop for designer clothes, sample international cuisine at waterside restaurants and watch a television show broadcast, all at this multipurpose retail center.
Things to do
Birmingham: Victorian Canals and Modern-Day Birmingham Tour
Birmingham: Slogging Gangs Guided Walking Tour
Birmingham City Centre Daily Walking Tour (10:30am & 2pm)
No. 1 Lounge at Birmingham Airport (BHX)
Top hotels in Sparkhill
Crowne Plaza Birmingham City Centre by IHG
Nice room good location
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
Leonardo Royal Hotel Birmingham
Not my first time staying here and every time I’ve enjoyed my stay. The buffet breakfast has a delicious range and the staff are very nice. The beds are so comfy and the bathroom is gorgeous and super clean. However, I wish the housekeeping team were a tiny bit more attentive when providing their ...
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025
The Arden Hotel & Leisure Club
Clean comfortable room. Convenient location. Friendly staff
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
Holiday Inn Birmingham City Centre by IHG
Yes
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025
Genting Hotel & Spa at Resorts World Birmingham
Warm and friendly hotel staff, the room was amazing! The bed super comfortable and the L-shaped sofa to watch tv, was nice too. Breakfast was also great, highly recommend, no disappointments. Obviously the use of the spa was great.
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
The Grand Hotel Birmingham
Really nice building, good staff
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Sparkhill
Moseley
The bars and lake views are just a few features travellers like about Moseley. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, Moseley Bog and West Midlands Police Museum are a few top places to visit.
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.
Acocks Green
While visiting Acocks Green, you might make a stop by sights like Acocks Green Bowl and Megazone.
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.
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 Millennium Point or Thinktank Birmingham Science Museum.
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.
