Eastside Travel Guide
Birmingham
Popular places to visit
Aston University
Explore the campus of Aston University during your trip to Birmingham. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Thinktank Birmingham Science Museum
With four floors housing over 200 exhibits, this fascinating educational science centre will keep the whole family entertained for hours.
The Custard Factory
You can find out about the history of Birmingham with a visit to The Custard Factory. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices.
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.
International Convention Centre
Remarkably elegant and extremely well-equipped, Birmingham’s most ambitious venue hosts more than 350 different events every year.
Cadbury World
Savour sweet delights and learn about the history of one of the largest chocolate manufacturers in the world.
Top hotels in Eastside
Conference Aston Hotel - Birmingham City
Lovely breakfast. Friendly n helpful staff. Clean room. Good location. Would stay again.
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Aloft Birmingham Eastside
Staff were friendly, room was nice.
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Clayton Hotel Birmingham
The room was great and I like this hotel's breakfast menu
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Aparthotel Adagio Birmingham City Centre
Fantastic room, fabulous staff, perfect stay, highly recommend 👏
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Crowne Plaza Birmingham City Centre by IHG
Great location, rooms nice size & very clean. Staff all very helpful and friendly.
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Forest of Arden Hotel & Country Club
The staff were very helpful & informative. The breakfast buffet could have more items however it was still decent. For breakfast, we were offered vegetarian sausages seperately as the buffet did not have any vegetarian sausages. That was very thoughtful of the staff. The room had everything we required, ...
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Eastside
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 Birmingham Repertory Theatre, and jump on the metro at Library Tram Stop or Brindley Place Tram Stop to see more of the city.
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 Aston Hall and Villa Park.
