Eastside
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 entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene.
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.
O2 Institute
O2 Institute is just one of the places to see in Birmingham, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its great live music.
The Eastside Rooms
Learn about the events happening in The Eastside Rooms during your trip to Birmingham. Discover the area's acclaimed theatre scene and shops.
Things to do
Birmingham: Victorian Canals and Modern-Day Birmingham Tour
Birmingham: Slogging Gangs Guided Walking Tour
From Birmingham Stonehenge and Bath Day Tour
From Birmingham: Stonehenge & Bath Day Tour
No. 1 Lounge at Birmingham Airport (BHX)
Top hotels in Eastside
Conference Aston Hotel - Birmingham City
Handy for the centre of Birmingham
Reviewed on 21 Nov, 2025
Clayton Hotel Birmingham
The breakfast had lots of choice .staff very friendly and helpful. Issues with rhe room promptly sorted out. Clean comfortable room . Hotel location very good close to centre of town and well serviced with buses.
Reviewed on 20 Nov, 2025
Aloft Birmingham Eastside
The staff very welcoming and helpful. Having a fridge in the room is great when you're working away from home and the coffee machine is wonderful
Reviewed on 20 Nov, 2025
Aparthotel Adagio Birmingham City Centre
Very nice staff Clean room
Reviewed on 24 Nov, 2025
Crowne Plaza Birmingham City Centre by IHG
Clean room
Reviewed on 20 Nov, 2025
Leonardo Royal Hotel Birmingham
Clean room. Helpful staff. Very busy hotel. Breakfast a bit expensive. Car parking is not ideal.
Reviewed on 20 Nov, 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 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 Library of Birmingham, 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.
