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 entertainment choices and 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.
Cadbury World
Savour sweet delights and learn about the history of one of the largest chocolate manufacturers in the world.
Villa Park
Catch an event at Villa Park during your trip to Birmingham. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its entertainment choices.
Top hotels in Eastside
Aloft Birmingham Eastside
The staff were very welcoming. No issues whatsoever with cleanness or internet access. It was good that I could have access to extra tea/coffee etc.
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Conference Aston Hotel - Birmingham City
Staff were superb, Bart was so helpful, it really made the trip enjoyable.
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
Clayton Hotel Birmingham
Lovely hotel and staff BUT parking was a nightmare! The close car park refereed to when booking was closed and has and will be for a very long time !! Finally found one after an hour of driving around and a 30 min walk back to hotel !!
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
Aparthotel Adagio Birmingham City Centre
Lovely stay near to the Bullring shopping centre and only 8-10 minutes from Birmingham new street station. Very friendly and helpful staff and efficient check in. The room (a twin studio) was great. Well equipped kitchen area, lovely bathroom with walk in shower, comfy beds and all spotlessly clean. ...
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Crowne Plaza Birmingham City Centre by IHG
Definitely stop again
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
The Arden Hotel & Leisure Club
Rooms clean , bed was uncomfortable, needs new beds and a lick of paint
Reviewed on 9 Mar 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 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.
