Great Barr Travel Guide

Birmingham

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Popular places to visit

Broad Street

Broad Street

4/5(476 reviews)

During your visit to Birmingham, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Broad Street. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed theatre scene in this family-friendly area.

Broad Street
University of Birmingham

University of Birmingham

4/5(158 reviews)

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.

University of Birmingham
Bullring Shopping Centre which includes shopping and modern architecture

Bullring & Grand Central

4.5/5(760 reviews)

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.

Bullring & Grand Central
Cadbury World featuring heritage architecture, cbd and signage

Cadbury World

4/5(158 reviews)

Savour sweet delights and learn about the history of one of the largest chocolate manufacturers in the world.

Cadbury World
Utilita Arena Birmingham

Utilita Arena Birmingham

4.5/5(341 reviews)

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.

Utilita Arena Birmingham
Villa Park

Villa Park

5/5(1 review)

Catch an event at Villa Park during your trip to Birmingham. Discover the area's lively bars and its acclaimed theatre scene.

Villa Park

Top hotels in Great Barr

Crowne Plaza Birmingham City Centre by IHG

Crowne Plaza Birmingham City Centre by IHG

4 out of 5
Central Square, Holliday Street, Birmingham, England
Fully refundable
The price is ₹7,538 per night from 31 Jul to 1 Aug
₹7,538
₹9,799 total
31 Jul - 1 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Birmingham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,026 reviews)
"The property was central to the New Street train station and the Utilia Arena and other venues within walking distance."

Reviewed on 14 Jul 2025

Crowne Plaza Birmingham City Centre by IHG
Forest of Arden Hotel & Country Club

Forest of Arden Hotel & Country Club

4 out of 5
Maxstoke Lane, Meriden, Birmingham, Solihull, England
The price is ₹6,559 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
₹6,559
₹7,871 total
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Solihull. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,008 reviews)
Birthday family trip
"Lovely stay, got there early but room not ready, but had full use of pool and spa which was fantastic. Still got room keys an hour early thanks to lovely staff. Room was immaculate and food in restaurant excellent if expensive. Only quibble no air con so room was very hot"

Reviewed on 14 Jul 2025

Forest of Arden Hotel & Country Club
Aparthotel Birmingham

Aparthotel Birmingham

4 out of 5
Saint Chads Queensway, Birmingham, England
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Birmingham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (494 reviews)
Fantastic room with extra facilities.
"This was truly a proper apartment. Kitchen with hob multi function oven dishwasher and washing machine. Nice bathroom with full rain shower. Comfortable bed. Very good."

Reviewed on 15 Jul 2025

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Aparthotel Birmingham
ibis budget Birmingham Centre

ibis budget Birmingham Centre

2.5 out of 5
1 Great Colmore Street, Birmingham, England
The price is ₹3,077 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
₹3,077
₹3,693 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Birmingham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and free bicycles on-site. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,285 reviews)
Great value and location.
"Located about 20 minutes walk from the event I was attending at The Flapper pub. Also, only 20 minutes walk from New Street station coupled with the cost made this an ideal place to stay. If you are attending the O2 Academy then this would be a fantastic location."

Reviewed on 17 Jul 2025

ibis budget Birmingham Centre
Royal Court Hotel & Spa Coventry

Royal Court Hotel & Spa Coventry

3 out of 5
Tamworth Road, Keresley End, Coventry, England
The price is ₹4,335 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
₹4,335
₹5,202 total
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Coventry. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
6.6/10 (1,001 reviews)
"Hotel was large Grand in its appearance. Staff friendly."

Reviewed on 18 Jul 2025

Royal Court Hotel & Spa Coventry
The Grand Hotel Birmingham

The Grand Hotel Birmingham

4 out of 5
Colmore Row, Birmingham, England
The price is ₹10,465 per night from 28 Jul to 29 Jul
₹10,465
₹12,558 total
28 Jul - 29 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Birmingham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,020 reviews)
"Beautiful facility. Great position. Bed comfy but small - a true double."

Reviewed on 13 Jul 2025

The Grand Hotel Birmingham
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Other neighbourhoods around Great Barr

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Perry Barr

3.5/5(12 area reviews)

While visiting Perry Barr, you might make a stop by sights like Birmingham Greyhound Stadium Perry Barr and Birmingham Speedway.

Perry Barr
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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 Villa Park and Birmingham Science Park Aston.

Aston
Jewellery Quarter showing street scenes and heritage architecture

Jewellery Quarter

Shopping, restaurants and theatres are just a few things travellers like about Jewellery Quarter. Sights like Museum of the Jewellery Quarter and Royal Birmingham Society of Artists are spots to explore, and you can get around the greater Birmingham area at Jewellery Quarter Tram Stop.

Jewellery Quarter
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Erdington

3.5/5(7 area reviews)

Restaurants and museums are just a few things travellers like about Erdington. A stop by New Hall Mill is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.

Erdington
Victoria Square which includes heritage architecture, a square or plaza and a city

Colmore Business District

Noted for its shopping and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Colmore Business District. Top attractions like Birmingham Cathedral and Corporation Street 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.

Colmore Business District
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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.

Convention Quarter

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