Handsworth
Birmingham
Popular places to visit
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 entertainment choices 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 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.
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.
Cadbury World
Savour sweet delights and learn about the history of one of the largest chocolate manufacturers in the world.
Things to do
Birmingham: Victorian Canals and Modern-Day Birmingham Tour
The Sinister Side of Shakespeare's Stratford Walking Tour
Birmingham: Slogging Gangs Guided Walking Tour
From Birmingham Stonehenge and Bath Day Tour
Cotswolds Full-Day Tour From Birmingham
Top hotels in Handsworth
ibis Styles Birmingham NEC and Airport
Clean tidy and modern. Only issue was trying to work out air con as the room was like a sauna and no instructions. Finally sorted after 4hrs
Reviewed on 3 Feb, 2026
The Arden Hotel & Leisure Club
Free parking, dog friendly and stones throw to BP Pulse. The hotel was spacious and bright. Food 5* staff 5* rooms 5* and very reasonable prices for food and drink, rooms a god price too. I will definitely stay the again, very happy customers 😊
Reviewed on 9 Feb, 2026
Malmaison Birmingham
Clean room and staff very helpful
Reviewed on 6 Feb, 2026
Holiday Inn Express Birmingham - City Centre by IHG
The staff were amazing, professional friendly and went the extra mile, Room and all hotel was spotlessly clean Evening meal again excellent staff perfect in everything they did Breakfast fresh Five stars all the way Well done team🙌
Reviewed on 6 Feb, 2026
Crowne Plaza Birmingham City Centre by IHG
The room was clean and functional regretfully. The air-conditioning was very noisy and clunky, but this was reported at the beginning of the stay.
Reviewed on 2 Feb, 2026
Genting Hotel & Spa at Resorts World Birmingham
Lovely room. Lovely staff. Great location. Can’t fault it.
Reviewed on 31 Jan, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Handsworth
Jewellery Quarter
Shopping, restaurants and theatres are just a few things travellers like about Jewellery Quarter. Sights like Chamberlain Clock and Museum of the Jewellery Quarter are spots to explore, and you can get around the greater Birmingham area at Jewellery Quarter Tram Stop.
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.
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.
Westside
Known for its fantastic nightlife and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Westside. Check out top attractions like Broad Street and National SEA LIFE Centre, and jump on the metro at Five Ways Tram Stop or Brindley Place 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.
