Southside Travel Guide
Birmingham
Popular places to visit
Birmingham Hippodrome
You can get tickets for a performance at Birmingham Hippodrome on your trip to Birmingham. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its fascinating museums.
Villa Park
Catch an event at Villa Park during your trip to Birmingham. Discover the area's lively bars and its acclaimed theatre scene.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Top hotels in Southside
Ibis Birmingham New Street Station Hotel
This was a last minute booking on 8th January because of the awful weather and terrible road conditions. We were given a warm welcome and were very pleased with our twin room. Spotlessly clean, comfy beds, tea/ coffee making facilities, couldn't fault it. We had a very tasty breakfast next morning, ...
Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026
The Arden Hotel & Leisure Club
Everything friendly staff clean room
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
Malmaison Birmingham
Lovely stay . Beautiful hotel and the most comfortable beds
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Express Birmingham - City Centre by IHG
Room was spotless, staff were great, breakfast very average
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
ibis Styles Birmingham NEC and Airport
Rooms were newly refurbished - good location, friendly staff, would definitely stay again
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Crowne Plaza Birmingham City Centre by IHG
Brilliant family room
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Southside
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Eastside
Eastside is popular for its lively bars, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Thinktank Birmingham Science Museum or O2 Institute.
