Shirley

Birmingham

Narrowboats moored on the Birmingham Canal at Tipton in summertime
Narrowboats moored on the Birmingham Canal at Tipton in summertime
Shirley Park, Shirley There is a skate board facility here
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Shirley Park, Shirley.
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Robin Hood Crematorium
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Popular places to visit

Sat outside NEC Birmingham

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.

National Exhibition Centre
The famous Holte End at Villa Park - home of Aston Villa. They didn't actually offer stadium tours, but I sweet talked security and was allowed to explore the whole place unattended!

Villa Park

Catch an event at Villa Park during your trip to Birmingham. Discover the area's lively bars and its acclaimed theatre scene.

Villa Park
Cadbury World featuring central business district, heritage architecture and signage

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.

Cadbury World
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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.

University of Birmingham
Bullring Shopping Centre showing modern architecture and shopping

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.

Bullring & Grand Central
International Convention Centre featuring interior views and modern architecture

International Convention Centre

Remarkably elegant and extremely well-equipped, Birmingham’s most ambitious venue hosts more than 350 different events every year.

International Convention Centre

Things to do

Warwick Castle Tickets

Warwick Castle Tickets

HK$234
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Warwick Castle Tickets
SEA LIFE Birmingham

SEA LIFE Birmingham

HK$239
per adult
SEA LIFE Birmingham
Birmingham: Slogging Gangs Guided Walking Tour

Birmingham: Slogging Gangs Guided Walking Tour

HK$213
per adult
Birmingham: Slogging Gangs Guided Walking Tour
Picture 1 for Activity Birmingham: Victorian Canals to Today's City Walking Tour

Birmingham: Victorian Canals and Modern-Day Birmingham Tour

HK$160
per adult
Birmingham: Victorian Canals and Modern-Day Birmingham Tour
From Birmingham: Stonehenge & Bath Day Tour

From Birmingham: Stonehenge & Bath Day Tour

HK$851
per adult
From Birmingham: Stonehenge & Bath Day Tour
Cotswolds Full-Day Tour From Birmingham

Cotswolds Full-Day Tour From Birmingham

HK$791
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Cotswolds Full-Day Tour From Birmingham
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Top hotels in Shirley

The Arden Hotel & Leisure Club

The Arden Hotel & Leisure Club

3 out of 5
Coventry Road, Bickenhill Solihull England
The price is HK$525 per night from 12 Mar to 13 Mar
HK$525
HK$631 total
12 Mar - 13 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Solihull. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,505 reviews)
Very good staff, clean and tidy hotel

Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026

The Arden Hotel & Leisure Club
ibis Styles Birmingham NEC and Airport

ibis Styles Birmingham NEC and Airport

3 out of 5
Bickenhill Lane Birmingham England
The price is HK$622 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
HK$622
HK$747 total
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Birmingham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,058 reviews)
Location was great for the airport and train. Staff were friendly and very helpful.

Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026

ibis Styles Birmingham NEC and Airport
Malmaison Birmingham

Malmaison Birmingham

4 out of 5
1 Wharfside Birmingham England
The price is HK$711 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
HK$711
HK$853 total
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this boutique hotel in Birmingham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,100 reviews)
Room was spotless, bed was comfy. Highly recommend

Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026

Malmaison Birmingham
Holiday Inn Express Birmingham - City Centre by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Birmingham - City Centre by IHG

3.5 out of 5
19 Holiday Street Birmingham England
The price is HK$525 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
HK$525
HK$630 total
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Birmingham. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,931 reviews)
Perfect

Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026

Holiday Inn Express Birmingham - City Centre by IHG
Redwings Lodge Wolverhampton

Redwings Lodge Wolverhampton

3 out of 5
45 Waterloo Road Wolverhampton England
Stay at this hotel in Wolverhampton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7/10 Good! (1,150 reviews)
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

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Redwings Lodge Wolverhampton
Crowne Plaza Birmingham City Centre by IHG

Crowne Plaza Birmingham City Centre by IHG

4 out of 5
Central Square, Holliday Street Birmingham England
The price is HK$648 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
HK$648
HK$843 total
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Birmingham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,135 reviews)
Member of staff at book in very good.

Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026

Crowne Plaza Birmingham City Centre by IHG
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Other neighbourhoods around Shirley

This is Tyseley South Junction in Tyseley, near the Warwick Road. The junction was re-signalled and had new tracks installed by 2008. This is the line I usually go on - the Shakespeare line. Taken from Warwick Road in Tyseley. Towards Spring Road Station.

Acocks Green

While visiting Acocks Green, you might make a stop by sights like Acocks Green Bowl and Megazone.

Acocks Green
St Thomas More Church, Sheldon, Birmingham, England. This impressive Roman Catholic church is situated on the corner of Sheaf Lane and Three Horseshoes Lane.

Sheldon

Sheldon is well liked for its parks. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Birmingham area, you might plan a trip to Elmdon Park or bp pulse LIVE.

Sheldon
The Rest House Bournville 2

Bournville

4.5/5(17 area reviews)

Bournville is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Cadbury World and Selly Manor Museum.

Bournville
Digbeth showing outdoor art

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.

Digbeth
Selly Oak, Birmingham B29, UK

Selly Oak

Though Selly Oak may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Cadbury World and Edgbaston Stadium.

Selly Oak
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Marston Green

Well liked for its restaurants and museums, Marston Green is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like bp pulse LIVE and Pendigo Lake, and jump on the metro at Air Rail Link Tram Stop to get around the city.

Marston Green

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