Eastside Travel Guide
Birmingham
Popular places to visit
Thinktank Birmingham Science Museum
With four floors housing over 200 exhibits, this fascinating educational science centre will keep the whole family entertained for hours.
St Martins in the Bull Ring
You can find out about the history of Birmingham when you stop by St Martins in the Bull Ring. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its lively bars.
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.
Utilita Arena Birmingham
Catch an event at Utilita Arena Birmingham during your trip to Birmingham. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
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 romantic 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 top-notch restaurants.
Top hotels in Eastside
Aloft Birmingham Eastside
air conditioning is good, comfortable room, big enough for family
Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025
Clayton Hotel Birmingham
Nice hotel, good location and well priced
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
Conference Aston Hotel - Birmingham City
Business trip. Perfect.
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
Aparthotel Adagio Birmingham City Centre
Easy check in, lovely welcoming greeting from reception staff. Room very clean, great amenities. Room on 6th floor, corridors clean and the whole area very quiet. Our second stay here and definitely would book here again . Highly recommend 😊
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025
Crowne Plaza Birmingham City Centre by IHG
The room was large and felt spacious, everything was clean, breakfast was fresh and varied, every staff we accounted were friendly and helpful (Silvia and reception girl long dark hair)
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025
Leonardo Royal Hotel Birmingham
Fabulous room, hotel location and staff!! We had some lift issues only one in 4 were working but the guy who was helping was such a great guy and super friendly dispite the amount of greif he got bless him!!
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
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 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.
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 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 Villa Park and Birmingham Science Park Aston.
Eastside Travel Guide
- Aston University
- Thinktank Birmingham Science Museum
- St Martins in the Bull Ring
- Birmingham Science Park Aston
- National Exhibition Centre
- West Midland Safari Park
- Utilita Arena Birmingham
- University of Birmingham
- Bullring & Grand Central
- Cadbury World
- International Convention Centre
- Edgbaston Stadium
