Explore the Jewellery Quarter
Jewellery Quarter 2 hrs
Browse independent jewellers and historic workshops.
Where to stay
Hotels in Birmingham
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At a glance
Climate
Temperate
Languages
English
Local currency
GBP
(GBP)
Local time
(GMT+1)
Ideal trip length
2–4 days
Cost level
3 of 5 · our research
Suggested area to stay
City Centre
Tap water
Generally described as safe to drink
Tipping
Optional, 10% for good service
What this place is for
History
95 · Outstanding
Culture
90 · Outstanding
Food
90 · Outstanding
Family
75 · Good
Our own 0–100 ratings for this one destination. They describe a city; they are not a league table of cities.
Food to try
Balti
Fish and Chips
Sunday Roast
Curry
When to visit Birmingham
How good each month is here, on this destination's own scale. It compares months within this city, never one city against another.
Best months: July, August
Busiest: Jul-Aug
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Jan40
Cold, grey, some rain
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Feb45
Cold, grey, some rain
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Mar55
Cool, improving, spring
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Apr65
Mild, fresh, showers
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May75
Pleasant, warmer, long days
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Jun85
Warm, best chance sun
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Jul90
Warm, peak season
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Aug90
Warm, peak season
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Sept80
Mild, crisp, autumn colours
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Oct65
Cool, rainy, autumn leaves
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Nov50
Cold, grey, damp
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Dec45
Cold, festive, short days
Things to do in Birmingham
7 places worth your time, grouped by when they are at their best.
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Best in the morning
1 place
Best in the afternoon
1 place
Canal Boat Trip
Brindleyplace 1.5 hrs
Explore Birmingham's extensive canal network, more than Venice!
Best in the evening
1 place
Dine in the Balti Triangle
Sparkbrook/Moseley 2 hrs
Savour an authentic Birmingham Balti curry.
Any time of day
4 places
Cadbury World
Bournville 3 hrs
Indulge in a chocolatey journey at this famous factory attraction.
Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery
City Centre 2.5 hrs
Discover art, history, and the Staffordshire Hoard.
The Bullring & Grand Central
City Centre 3 hrs
Shop at iconic department stores and modern boutiques.
Thinktank Science Museum
Eastside 3 hrs
Engage with interactive science exhibits for all ages.
Things to book
Tours and activities in Birmingham
Guided tours, day trips and tickets to book alongside your stay.
Standard tour
Birmingham City Centre Daily Walking Tour (10:30am & 5pm)
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Standard tour
Discovering Birmingham 2 hour Walking Tour to the Jewellery Quarter
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Standard tour
SEA LIFE Birmingham Admission Ticket
Free cancellationFind deals
Unstructured tour
Snowdonia rock climbing Course
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Activity tour
Learn To Cook Thai - Native SE Asian Instructor
Free cancellationFind deals
Standard tour
Skip the Line: House and Garden Admission Ticket
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Standard tour
Entry ticket to Hoo Zoo and Dinosaur World in Telford
Free cancellationFind deals
Activity tour
Shrewsbury Prison Escape Room - The Hole
Free cancellationFind deals
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Practical ratings
Our own ratings and key insights for this destination.
Near Birmingham
Straight-line distance from the centre of Birmingham.
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