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.
Villa Park
Catch an event at Villa Park during your trip to Birmingham. Discover the area's lively bars and its entertainment choices.
International Convention Centre
Remarkably elegant and extremely well-equipped, Birmingham’s most ambitious venue hosts more than 350 different events every year.
Top hotels in Eastside
Conference Aston Hotel - Birmingham City
Clean and very large room, lovely polite and helpful staff
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
Clayton Hotel Birmingham
Room was clean and good breakfast
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
Aloft Birmingham Eastside
Issue with the room very promptly resolved
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
Aparthotel Adagio Birmingham City Centre
Lovely stay at the Aparthotel: Was very suprised at how affordable our 2 night stay was. Booked twin room, a lot larger than in the photos. Very helpful welcoming staff. Perfect location in the town centre, Bull Ring shopping centre, restaurants, bars across the road. The room was spotless, comfortable ...
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Crowne Plaza Birmingham City Centre by IHG
Everything was good, only the car park instruction was very unclear.
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
The Grand Hotel Birmingham
Great location in the heart of Birmingham
Reviewed on 21 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 Utilita Arena Birmingham and Birmingham Cathedral, 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 Industry and Genius, 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.
