Theatrical Birmingham will entice you
Come and experience Birmingham and its theatre scene, entertainment and monuments. This welcoming city is known for its shopping, restaurants and bars. If you're looking for accommodation options with space to entertain friends and family, HomeAway has plenty of options to choose from. Many rental homes offer full kitchens and laundry facilities, perfect for big groups.
Sightseeing in and around Birmingham
Do you want to find attractions to visit while you're in the area? Venture out of your cosy holiday rental and experience everything that Birmingham has to offer. These are some of the most popular attractions to put on your list, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- National SEA LIFE Centre (0.8 mi / 1.3 km)
- LEGOLAND® Discovery Centre (0.8 mi / 1.3 km)
- StarCity (2.5 mi / 4 km)
- Birmingham Greyhound Stadium Perry Barr (2.9 mi / 4.6 km)
- Cadbury World (3.7 mi / 6 km)
- The Bear Grylls Adventure (7.6 mi / 12.2 km)
Exploring the natural features in Birmingham
Whether you're an outdoor enthusiast or just want to appreciate the scenery, Birmingham is a great place to get outside. Here are some of the area’s most eye-catching natural features, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Gas Street Basin (1.3 mi / 2.1 km)
- Birmingham Botanical Gardens (1.7 mi / 2.7 km)
- Cannon Hill Park (1.9 mi / 3 km)
- Kings Heath Park (3.1 mi / 5.1 km)
- Sutton Park (6.6 mi / 10.6 km)
- Birmingham Business Park (7.4 mi / 11.9 km)
How to get to and around Birmingham
Fly into Birmingham Airport (BHX), the closest airport, located 7.1 mi (11.4 km) from the city centre. If you're unable to find a flight that fits your schedule, you might consider flying into Coventry (CVT), which is 18.7 mi (30.1 km) away.
If you're travelling by train, Birmingham New Street Station, Birmingham Moor Street Station and Birmingham (QQN-New Street Train Station) are the main stations that serve the city. It's easy to get around Birmingham by catching a ride on the metro at Corporation Street Tram Stop, Grand Central Tram Stop or Bull Street Station.