Popular places to visit
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.
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
Learn about the history of one of the world’s biggest chocolate manufacturers and sample various products at this interactive chocolate and entertainment center.
Villa Park
Catch an event at Villa Park during your trip to Birmingham. Discover the area's lively bars and its great live music.
Things to do
The Sinister Side of Shakespeare's Stratford Walking Tour
Birmingham: Victorian Canals and Modern-Day Birmingham Tour
Birmingham: Slogging Gangs Guided Walking Tour
Top hotels in Aston
Crowne Plaza Birmingham City Centre by IHG
Clean and large room, modern and well situated hotel. Welcoming staff
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
Leonardo Royal Hotel Birmingham
It was great. Only issue broken lifts but staff were ace
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
The Grand Hotel Birmingham
Hotel is superb. Lovely rooms spotlessly clean. Had a few problems when it came to food.
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
The Arden Hotel & Leisure Club
Location great for Resorts World or the NEC, both easy walking distance
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
Hampton by Hilton Birmingham Broad Street
Staff very friendly food was very hot and varied menu The room was very clean
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
Genting Hotel & Spa at Resorts World Birmingham
Lovely stay
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Aston
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.
Eastside
Eastside is popular for its lively bars, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Millennium Point or Thinktank Birmingham Science Museum.
Jewellery Quarter
Shopping, restaurants and theatres are just a few things travellers like about Jewellery Quarter. Sights like Museum of the Jewellery Quarter and Pen Museum are spots to explore, and you can get around the greater Birmingham area at Jewellery Quarter Tram Stop.
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.
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
- West Midland Safari Park
- Utilita Arena Birmingham
- Bullring & Grand Central
- Cadbury World
- International Convention Centre
- O2 Academy Birmingham
- The Mailbox
- Drayton Manor Theme Park
- Brindleyplace
- Victoria Square
- Belfry Golf Club
- Wolverhampton Race Course
- Coventry University
- Hagley Road
- Molineux Stadium
- Kings Heath Park
