Great Barr
Birmingham
Popular places to visit
National Exhibition Centre
Learn about the events happening in National Exhibition Centre during your trip to Birmingham. Discover the acclaimed theatre scene 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 entertainment choices.
International Convention Centre
Remarkably elegant and extremely well-equipped, Birmingham’s most ambitious venue hosts more than 350 different events every year.
Broad Street
During your visit to Birmingham, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Broad Street. Discover the lively bars and great live music in this walkable area.
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 lively bars.
Things to do
Shropshire: Meet the Mini Moos Cow Cuddling Experience
The Sinister Side of Shakespeare's Stratford Ghost Walk
Tudor World Ghost Tour by Lantern light inside the building
Stratford-upon-Avon: Shakespeare's Birthplace Ticket
Top hotels in Great Barr
Crowne Plaza Birmingham City Centre by IHG
Great location, hotel a little dark and dated but staff are friendly and helpful and rooms big comfortable and spotless. Great breakfast too.
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
The Grand Hotel Birmingham
Gorgeous room with huge comfy bed, breakfast was lovely, staff all very friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Forest of Arden Hotel & Country Club
Tired and dated since Marriot sale Money grabbing pit
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
Malmaison Birmingham
Room great, breakfast small room for tbe number of people, general queing for coffee etc
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Genting Hotel & Spa at Resorts World Birmingham
Lovely venue 1st time staying and will definitely be back
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
ibis budget Birmingham Centre
Small but perfectly adequate room which was clean and comfortable. A good budget choice well positioned for central Birmingham.
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Great Barr
Perry Barr
While visiting Perry Barr, you might make a stop by sights like Birmingham Speedway and Birmingham Greyhound Stadium Perry Barr.
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 Utilita Arena Birmingham and Aston Hall.
Jewellery Quarter
Shopping, restaurants and theatres are just a few things travellers like about Jewellery Quarter. Sights like Museum of the Jewellery Quarter and TeamSport Indoor Karting Gosport are spots to explore, and you can get around the greater Birmingham area at Jewellery Quarter Tram Stop.
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.
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.
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.
