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Birmingham Travel Guide
December 28, 2007 |
A trip to Birmingham
With its location in the heart of England, Birmingham is conveniently connected to every part of the country. With several captivating attractions, and exciting nightlife, Birmingham makes a wonderful weekend gateway or a ideal daytrip from another UK town.
Flights to Birmingham
Birmingham International Airport is only a short drive from the city centre and operates both domestic and international flights. It’s the main airport in the Midlands region, with two terminals and first-class facilities. The airport boasts its own railway station, providing easy connections from Birmingham to London. There is also an Airbus that services a route to major hotels in the city.
Travelling around in the city can be done by train, bus or taxi. There are extensive bus lines that run throughout the city and in the suburban areas. Taxis can be flagged down anywhere on the street, or you can also call for their services. If you plan to go on a night out, it is best to reserve a taxi in advance in case you are too tipsy to call in the early hours.
Sightseeing in Birmingham
The second biggest city in the UK, Birmingham has a surprisingly lot to offer tourists. Even though modern buildings and huge malls dominate the skyline, there are many historic sights to see. An array of museums, galleries, old churches and significant monuments are scattered around the city, while the renowned Cadbury World is a favourite among children. Pretend to be Charlie and observe one of the world’s most famous chocolate factories (minus the little green men and the wacky Willy Wonka). The 200-year-old Birmingham Botanical Gardens are also worth a visit, with their enchanting gardens and glasshouses.
Fun by night – eating, drinking and partying
Birmingham is known for a diversity of food, be it local, Italian, German, Japanses, Chinese, Thai or Indian cuisine. There are more than 500 eateries in the city centre, while fast food chains, terraced cafés and coffee shops can be found on almost every corner. In short, no one will go hungry in Birmingham.
No one can resist the nightlife of Birmingham. Some visitors even come here just to party. Board street offers a wide range of clubs and clubs, while St Paul’s square oozes a number of upmarket bars and the city’s premier jazz club. Chinatown is also vibrant with laid-back bars, while the gay community gathers around Hust street.
Fun by day - shopping and activities
An ideal place for a mammoth shopping session, Birmingham has literally hundreds of shops and stores. Bull’s Ring has always been the city’s most famous destination among shopping disciples and can get packed at the weekends. Other notable shopping streets include High street and New street, where you can find countless brand name and high-end stores.
Many council-run leisure centres are scattered around the city, offering tennis courts, swimming pool and fields for those wishing to keep fit. Drayton Manor makes an ideal destination for a family day out and will blow your kids’ minds with a variety of rides and a zoo.
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I am one of those people that like to go to Birmingham to party! The clubs are fun and the people are welcoming!
I would like to recommend the hotel I stayed at it’s the Ramada Birmingham, the stay were lovely to us even when we came stumbling though the door at 6 in the morning!