Birmingham
Birmingham
Birmingham, a vibrant city in the heart of England, offers an enticing blend of history, culture, and modernity. As a bustling metropolis, it boasts impressive architecture, including the iconic Birmingham Cathedral and the stunning Library of Birmingham. The city's rich industrial heritage comes alive at the Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, while the vibrant Jewellery Quarter offers a glimpse into the city's craftsmanship.
Visitors can indulge in world-class shopping at the Bullring, explore the picturesque canals, and savour diverse culinary delights. With its lively arts scene, thriving nightlife, and warm Midlands hospitality, Birmingham promises an unforgettable experience for every tourist.
Discover the midlands largest plant collection (over 10,000!) at one of the UK’s most significant botanical gardens. Explore 15 acres of Grade II* listed landscape featuring four Victorian glasshouses.
Winterbourne House & Garden
Winterbourne House is a unique Arts and Craft heritage attraction – set within seven acres of beautiful botanic gardens. Minutes from Birmingham city centre, Winterbourne is a hidden gem – home to beautiful antiques and over 6,000 plant species. Wander through the woodland walk, stroll through the hazelnut tunnel or simply soak up the tranquillity of this perfectly English Edwardian home.
Web: www.has.bham.ac.uk/botanic
Aston Hall
Magnificent Jacobean mansion with period room settings and stunning gardens.
Trinity Rd, Birmingham B6 6JD Tel: +44 121 348 8100,
Email: astonhall@birminghammuseums.org.uk
www.birminghammuseums.org.uk/aston
Offers discounted rates for groups of 10 or more.
Barber Institute of Fine Arts
Home to an outstanding collection of fine art from the 13th century to the present.
University of Birmingham, Birmingham B15 2TS
Tel: +44 121 414 7333, Email: info@barber.org.uk
www.barber.org.uk
Educational groups receive discounted entry rates.
Birmingham Back to Backs
A glimpse into the lives of the ordinary people who helped make Birmingham an extraordinary city.
50-54 Inge St, Birmingham B5 4TE
Tel: +44 121 666 7671, Email: backtobacks@nationaltrust.org.uk
www.nationaltrust.org.uk/birmingham-back-to-backs
Groups of 15+ get discounted entry rates.
Birmingham Botanical Gardens
Discover over 10,000 plants at one of the UK’s most significant historical botanical gardens. Explore 15 acres of Grade II* listed landscape and diverse gardens.
Westbourne Rd, Birmingham B15 3TR Tel: +44 121 454 1860,
www.birminghambotanicalgardens.org.uk
Birmingham Cathedral
A Grade I listed church, renowned for its stained glass windows.
Colmore Row, Birmingham B3 2QB
Tel: +44 121 262 1840, Email: cathedraloffice@birminghamcathedral.com
www.birminghamcathedral.com
Group tours can be arranged at a discounted rate.
Birmingham Hippodrome
A world-class theatre hosting a range of performances, including ballet, opera, and comedy.
Hurst St, Birmingham B5 4TB
Tel: +44 844 338 5000, Email: feedback@birminghamhippodrome.com
www.birminghamhippodrome.com
Offers discounted rates for groups of 10 or more.
Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery
Renowned for its collection of Pre-Raphaelite paintings and historic artefacts.
Chamberlain Square, Birmingham B3 3DH
Tel: +44 121 348 8000, Email: BMAG.Enquiries@birminghammuseums.org.uk
www.birminghammuseums.org.uk/bmag
Discounts available for groups of 10 or more.
Birmingham Wildlife Conservation Park
Home to a unique collection of animals from across the world, including red pandas and lemurs.
Pershore Rd, Birmingham B5 7RL
Tel: +44 121 472 7775, Email: wildlifeconservationpark@birmingham.gov.uk
www.birmingham.gov.uk/conservationpark
Group discounts for 10 or more people.
Black Country Living Museum
An open-air museum telling the story of the world's first industrial landscape.
Tipton Rd, Dudley, Birmingham DY1 4SQ
Tel: +44 121 557 9643, Email: info@bclm.com
www.bclm.co.uk
Offers discounted rates for groups of 15 or more.
Blakesley Hall
A beautiful timber-framed house built in 1590, with period room settings and stunning gardens.
Blakesley Rd, Birmingham B25 8RN
Tel: +44 121 348 8120, Email: blakesley.hall@birminghammuseums.org.uk
www.birminghammuseums.org.uk/blakesley
Group rates available for 10 or more visitors.
Cadbury World
Interactive and immersive experience into the world of chocolate, based at the historic Cadbury's site.
Linden Rd, Birmingham B30 1JR
Tel: +44 121 393 6004, Email: cadburyworldgeneralenquiries@mdlz.com
www.cadburyworld.co.uk
Offers discounted rates for educational and corporate groups of 25 or more.
Castle Bromwich Hall Gardens
An English Baroque garden, restored to its 18th-century condition with over 10 acres to explore.
Chester Rd, Birmingham B36 9BT
Tel: +44 121 749 4100, Email: admin@cbhgt.org.uk
www.cbhgt.org.uk
Group discounts available for 10 or more visitors.
Eastside City Park
Birmingham's first new city park in over 130 years, with a modern design and scenic spaces.
Curzon Street, Birmingham, B4 7AP
Tel: +44 121 303 6666, Email: parks@birmingham.gov.uk
www.birmingham.gov.uk/eastsidepark
Discounts available for large group events.
Electric Cinema
The oldest working cinema in the UK, offering a mix of mainstream, independent, foreign, and classic films.
47-49 Station St, Birmingham B5 4DY
Tel: +44 121 643 7879, Email: info@theelectric.co.uk
www.theelectric.co.uk
Offers discounted rates for groups of 10 or more.
Ikon Gallery
An internationally acclaimed contemporary art venue located in the scenic Brindleyplace, Birmingham.
1 Oozells St, Birmingham B1 2HS
Tel: +44 121 248 0708, Email: hello@ikon-gallery.org
www.ikon-gallery.org
Discounted rates for educational groups.
Jewellery Quarter
A historic and vibrant gem with over 200 listed buildings and home to jewellery makers, shops, museums, and art galleries.
Vyse Street, Birmingham B18 6NF
Tel: +44 121 233 2814, Email: info@jewelleryquarter.net
www.jewelleryquarter.net
Offers discounted group tours.
Library of Birmingham
Europe's largest public library, with stunning architecture, a large collection of books, and panoramic views of the city.
Centenary Square, Broad St, Birmingham B1 2ND
Tel: +44 121 242 4242, Email: enquiries@libraryofbirmingham.com
www.libraryofbirmingham.com
Group study spaces can be booked at discounted rates.
Martineau Gardens
A beautiful community garden offering a tranquil oasis with a variety of plant species and a wildlife area.
27 Priory Rd, Birmingham B5 7UG
Tel: +44 121 440 7430, Email: info@martineau-gardens.org.uk
www.martineau-gardens.org.uk
Group discounts for 10 or more visitors.
National SEA LIFE Centre
An aquatic attraction with over 60 displays of freshwater and marine life.
The Waters Edge, Birmingham B1 2HL
Tel: +44 871 423 2110, Email: SLBirmingham@merlinentertainments.biz
www.visitsealife.com/birmingham
Offers discounted rates for groups of 10 or more.
Old Rep Theatre
Historic theatre offering a variety of performances from drama to dance.
Station St, Birmingham B5 4DY
Tel: +44 121 359 9444, Email: info@oldreptheatre.co.uk
www.oldreptheatre.co.uk
Offers discounted rates for educational and corporate groups.
Pen Museum
Devoted to the history of Birmingham's 19th-century steel pen trade, set in a former pen factory.
60 Frederick St, Birmingham B1 3HS
Tel: +44 121 236 9834, Email: enquiries@penmuseum.org.uk
www.penmuseum.org.uk
Discounted entry for groups of 10 or more.
RBSA Gallery
One of the oldest art societies in the UK, showcasing historical and contemporary artworks in diverse media.
4 Brook St, Birmingham B3 1SA
Tel: +44 121 236 4353, Email: rbsagallery@rbsa.org.uk
www.rbsa.org.uk
Offers discounted rates for educational groups.
Sarehole Mill
A historic watermill in Hall Green, Birmingham, known for its connection with author J.R.R. Tolkien.
Cole Bank Rd, Birmingham B13 0BD
Tel: +44 121 348 8160, Email: sareholemill@birminghammuseums.org.uk
www.birminghammuseums.org.uk/sarehole
Group rates available for 10 or more visitors.
The Coffin Works
A museum in the Jewellery Quarter, giving insight into the funeral trade and the Newman Brothers' factory.
13-15 Fleet St, Birmingham B3 1JP
Tel: +44 121 233 4790, Email: newmanbrothers@coffinworks.org
www.coffinworks.org
Offers discounted rates for groups of 10 or more.
Thinktank Birmingham Science Museum
A modern museum blending science and technology with interactive exhibits and historic collections.
Millennium Point, Curzon St, Birmingham B4 7XG
Tel: +44 121 348 8000, Email: thinktank.enquiries@birminghammuseums.org.uk
www.birminghammuseums.org.uk/thinktank
Offers discounted rates for educational and corporate groups.
Tudor World
An award-winning museum in a Grade II* listed building showing life in the time of William Shakespeare.
40 Sheep St, Stratford-upon-Avon, Birmingham CV37 6EE
Tel: +44 1789 298070, Email: info@tudorworld.com
www.tudorworld.com
Group discounts available for 10 or more visitors.
Villa Park Stadium
Historic stadium and the home of Aston Villa FC, offering guided tours of the grounds.
Trinity Rd, Birmingham B6 6HE
Tel: +44 333 323 1874, Email: ticketsales@avfc.co.uk
www.avfc.co.uk
Offers discounted rates for group tours.
Warstone Lane Cemetery
Historic cemetery in the Jewellery Quarter, home to catacombs, memorials and beautiful views over Birmingham.
Warstone Ln, Birmingham B18 6NN
Email: parks@birmingham.gov.uk
www.birmingham.gov.uk/warstonelanecemetery
Group tours can be arranged at a discounted rate.
Winterbourne House and Garden
A beautiful Edwardian Arts and Crafts house with a botanic garden, set in seven acres of beautiful landscape.
58 Edgbaston Park Rd, Birmingham B15 2RT
Tel: +44 121 414 3003, Email: enquiries@winterbourne.org.uk
www.winterbourne.org.uk
Offers discounted rates for groups of 10 or more.