Popular places to visit
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.
Villa Park
Catch an event at Villa Park during your trip to Birmingham. Discover the area's lively bars and its acclaimed theatre scene.
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.
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.
International Convention Centre
Remarkably elegant and extremely well-equipped, Birmingham’s most ambitious venue hosts more than 350 different events every year.
Things to do
Birmingham: Slogging Gangs Guided Walking Tour
Birmingham: Victorian Canals and Modern-Day Birmingham Tour
Shropshire: Meet the Mini Moos Cow Cuddling Experience
From Birmingham: Stonehenge & Bath Day Tour
Top hotels in Nechells
Holiday Inn Express Birmingham Star City by IHG
Although some different Staff on our visit this time, same Pleasant, Helpful and Friendly Staff as Always.(a credit to any organisation)
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
The Arden Hotel & Leisure Club
The staff were very friendly and welcoming.
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
ibis Styles Birmingham NEC and Airport
The hotel & staff were great, breakfast good with a wide choice, the meals at the bar had a good choice, but the only thing I would say was the the food needs to be hotter & be served on hot plates, from the bar, the food was served warm, but but buy the time you half-way through eating, it is cold. ...
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
Malmaison Birmingham
Room was great but bathroom very poor. Mould in the grouting and broken tiles not replaced properly.
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
Holiday Inn Express Birmingham - City Centre by IHG
Staff were pleasant and helpful. The amenities were nicely presented.
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
Redwings Lodge Wolverhampton
Room was really clean and tidy. Staff were brilliant. Looks like the place is having a real refurb, nice place to stay
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Nechells
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 Aston Hall.
Erdington
Restaurants and museums are just a few things travellers like about Erdington. A stop by New Hall Mill is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.
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 Thinktank Birmingham Science Museum or O2 Institute.
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.
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.
