Eastside
Birmingham
Popular places to visit
Aston University
Explore the campus of Aston University during your trip to Birmingham. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Thinktank Birmingham Science Museum
Learn about Birmingham’s industrial past, discover ancient fossils and take an interactive journey into space at this science and education center.
The Custard Factory
You can find out about the history of Birmingham with a visit to The Custard Factory. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices.
O2 Institute
O2 Institute is just one of the places to see in Birmingham, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's lively bars and its entertainment choices.
The Eastside Rooms
Learn about the events happening in The Eastside Rooms during your trip to Birmingham. Discover the area's acclaimed theatre scene and shops.
St Martins in the Bull Ring
You can find out about the history of Birmingham when you stop by St Martins in the Bull Ring. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Birmingham: Victorian Canals and Modern-Day Birmingham Tour
Birmingham: Slogging Gangs Guided Walking Tour
Birmingham: Discovering Birmingham Walking Tour
2.5-Hours Walking Tour of Birmingham into Black Heritage Madiba
Top hotels in Eastside
Aloft Birmingham Eastside
What a lovely, modern, clean hotel in Central Birmingham with friendly, helpful staff. Inexpensive too. Why stay in a Premier Inn when you can stay here?!
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Conference Aston Hotel - Birmingham City
The room.was clean and staff very helpfull
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Clayton Hotel Birmingham
The hotel as I’m sure it’s the same for most hotels in Birmingham is parking. The closest car park was10/15 mins away. £25 for 24hr. There was a cheaper alternative but seemed further away. Birmingham city centre is in constant construction that last a decade so heads up if you’re driving there. ...
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
Aparthotel Adagio Birmingham City Centre
Good clean room - helpful staff
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
Crowne Plaza Birmingham City Centre by IHG
Great staff, warm welcome. Breakfast was great and I had dinner at the hotel bar which was great.
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
The Arden Hotel & Leisure Club
Friendly staff lovely room and a very tasty evening meal. Really convenient for the NEC and you get free parking. Will definitely be back.
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Eastside
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.
Chinese Quarter
Chinese Quarter is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Birmingham Hippodrome and The Arcadian while in the area.
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.
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.
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 Aston Hall and Villa Park.
