Hopwood Travel Guide

Birmingham

Light at the end of the tunnel The light is actually the headlight of the narrowboat about to emerge from 151865. The tunnel is 2493 metres long and even from a boat entering the tunnel the far end is little more than a pin-prick of light in the distance.
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Light at the end of the tunnel The light is actually the headlight of the narrowboat about to emerge from 151865. The tunnel is 2493 metres long and even from a boat entering the tunnel the far end is little more than a pin-prick of light in the distance.
Photo by David Stowell (Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0)
Fortified observatory, Wast Hills This observatory is on the edge of the playing fields and other grounds owned by Birmingham University. It seems to be heavily protected by razor wire and behind a gate with hefty ironwork, presumably to keep out the local n'ere do wells.
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Tunnel waste, Wast Hills This small cluster of trees has grown around the shaft and excavations from the Worcester and Birmingham Canal Wast Hill tunnel which runs directly underneath.
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Popular places to visit

The famous Holte End at Villa Park - home of Aston Villa. They didn't actually offer stadium tours, but I sweet talked security and was allowed to explore the whole place unattended!

Villa Park

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

Villa Park
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National Exhibition Centre

Learn about the events happening in National Exhibition Centre during your trip to Birmingham. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene and shops in this walkable area.

National Exhibition Centre
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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 lively bars.

University of Birmingham
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Broad Street

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 walkable area.

Broad Street
Bullring Shopping Centre which includes shopping and modern architecture

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.

Bullring & Grand Central
International Convention Centre showing interior views and modern architecture

International Convention Centre

Remarkably elegant and extremely well-equipped, Birmingham’s most ambitious venue hosts more than 350 different events every year.

International Convention Centre

Top hotels in Hopwood

The Arden Hotel & Leisure Club

The Arden Hotel & Leisure Club

3 out of 5
Coventry Road, Bickenhill Solihull England
The price is ₹7,051 per night from 4 Feb to 5 Feb
₹7,051
₹8,462 total
4 Feb - 5 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Solihull. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,484 reviews)
Comfortable bed, clean bathroom, nice towels, good iron, good heating and nice staff

Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026

The Arden Hotel & Leisure Club
Holiday Inn Express Birmingham - City Centre by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Birmingham - City Centre by IHG

3.5 out of 5
19 Holiday Street Birmingham England
The price is ₹6,235 per night from 8 Feb to 9 Feb
₹6,235
₹7,482 total
8 Feb - 9 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Birmingham. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,904 reviews)
Very nice

Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026

Holiday Inn Express Birmingham - City Centre by IHG
Malmaison Birmingham

Malmaison Birmingham

4 out of 5
1 Wharfside Birmingham England
The price is ₹8,084 per night from 15 Feb to 16 Feb
₹8,084
₹9,701 total
15 Feb - 16 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this boutique hotel in Birmingham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,082 reviews)
Spotless room

Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026

Malmaison Birmingham
ibis Styles Birmingham NEC and Airport

ibis Styles Birmingham NEC and Airport

3 out of 5
Bickenhill Lane Birmingham England
The price is ₹6,057 per night from 26 Feb to 27 Feb
₹6,057
₹7,268 total
26 Feb - 27 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Birmingham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,025 reviews)
Rooms were newly refurbished - good location, friendly staff, would definitely stay again

Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026

ibis Styles Birmingham NEC and Airport
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 ₹7,641 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
₹7,641
₹9,934 total
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Birmingham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,109 reviews)
Brilliant family room

Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026

Crowne Plaza Birmingham City Centre by IHG
B&B HOTEL Birmingham Centre

B&B HOTEL Birmingham Centre

4 out of 5
Ernest Street, Holloway Head Birmingham England
The price is ₹5,231 per night from 15 Feb to 16 Feb
₹5,231
₹6,277 total
15 Feb - 16 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Birmingham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
Welcomed by smiling helpful staff, room was warm, clean and tidy, with everything you needed for a few days. Breakfast was good and plentiful, buffet kept full and hot. Again could not fault the helpful staff.

Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026

B&B HOTEL Birmingham Centre
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Other neighbourhoods around Hopwood

The Rest House Bournville 2

Bournville

4.5/5(17 area reviews)

Bournville is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Cadbury World and Selly Manor Museum.

Bournville
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Harborne

Travellers enjoy Harborne for its parks and casinos. Consider checking out Hagley Road while you're in the area.

Harborne
Night lights of Moseley.

Moseley

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

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 Midlands Arts Centre are a few top places to visit.

Moseley
Narrowboats moored on the Birmingham Canal at Tipton in summertime

Shirley

4.5/5(6 area reviews)

Shirley might not have many top sights, but Touchwood Shopping Center and Edgbaston Stadium are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Shirley
Detail of the old church of Edgbaston in Birmingham, UK

Edgbaston

3.5/5(332 area reviews)

Take time in Edgbaston to visit attractions like Hagley Road and Birmingham Botanical Gardens. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at Edgbaston Village Station to see more of the city.

Edgbaston
Digbeth showing outdoor art

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.

Digbeth

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