Eastside Travel Guide
Birmingham
Popular places to visit
Thinktank Birmingham Science Museum
Learn about Birmingham’s industrial past, discover ancient fossils and take an interactive journey into space at this science and education center.
St Martins in the Bull Ring
You can find out about the history of Birmingham when you stop by St Martins in the Bull Ring. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
The Custard Factory
You can find out about the history of Birmingham with a visit to The Custard Factory. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices.
Aston University
Explore the campus of Aston University during your trip to Birmingham. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its lively bars.
O2 Institute
O2 Institute is just one of the places to see in Birmingham, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its acclaimed theatre scene.
The Eastside Rooms
Learn about the events happening in The Eastside Rooms during your trip to Birmingham. Discover the area's entertainment choices and shops.
Things to do
Birmingham: Victorian Canals and Modern-Day Birmingham Tour
Birmingham: Slogging Gangs Guided Walking Tour
No. 1 Lounge at Birmingham Airport (BHX)
SEA LIFE Birmingham & Cadbury World Combo Ticket
Top hotels in Eastside
Clayton Hotel Birmingham
Easy check-in and clean room.
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Conference Aston Hotel - Birmingham City
Clean room great staff
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
Aloft Birmingham Eastside
Good check in experience, nice and modern area and room was spacious and good quality toiletries. Breakfast was good. I was surprise how good the overall experience I had. Thank you
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Aparthotel Adagio Birmingham City Centre
Great location, good value for money, spacious room with kitchenette. We did not try the breakfast. Reception staff were very pleasant, accommodating and professional. Would recommend and stay again.
Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025
Crowne Plaza Birmingham City Centre by IHG
Lovely Room, clean, nice toiletries, good location . Staff great
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
Leonardo Royal Hotel Birmingham
Breakfast selection was good but our group could not sit together, there were only 6 of us, as the staff were trying to close down a section of the restaurant for cleaning. We ended up on 3 separate tables, not very customer centric.
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Eastside
Colmore Business District
Noted for its shopping and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Colmore Business District. Top attractions like Birmingham Cathedral and Victoria Square are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Bull Street Station or Corporation Street Tram Stop to see more of the city.
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.
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.
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.
Aston
While Aston may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Aston Hall and Villa Park.
