Jewellery Quarter Travel Guide

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Jewellery Quarter featuring street scenes and heritage architecture
Jewellery Quarter
Jewellery Quarter
Jewellery Quarter which includes a cemetery, a memorial and a city
Jewellery Quarter
This historic district of Birmingham is well-known for its jewelry shops and factories, museums and galleries, music venues and restaurants.

In the Jewellery Quarter you can shop for handcrafted jewelry and visit a former jewelry workshop, see Birmingham’s only surviving Georgian square, listen to live jazz concerts and admire art exhibitions. This lively district of Birmingham was established in the 18th century and flourished during the Industrial Revolution. Today, it’s home to more than 100 specialist jewelry designers and retailers.Shop for earrings and necklaces, watches and clocks on Vyse Street and Warstone Lane. Jewelers here are happy to make one-off and personalised items. Watch the craftsmen at work in the on-site workshop of Bickerton Jewellery. Most shops are open Tuesday to Saturday, although expect crowds on weekends.The Chamberlain Clock is the best place to start a walking tour of the district. It marks the center of the quarter. Check out graves of famous Birmingham residents at the cemeteries on Key Hill and Warstone Lane. Visit St. Paul’s Square, the last remaining Georgian square in the city. Follow the self-guided Pavement Trails to uncover historical facts, such as the place where American author Washington Irving once stayed. Maps are available at the Information Centre on Vyse Street. Be sure to visit the Jewellery Quarter’s museums and galleries. Discover centuries of jewelry-making history at the Museum of the Jewellery Quarter. Learn about the history of pens at the Pen Museum. At St. Pauls Gallery, you’ll see one of the world’s largest collections of autographed music memorabilia, including album covers and photograph prints.Come to the quarter for dinner and live music. Restaurants line St. Paul’s Square. Listen to jazz performances during the annual Birmingham Jazz Festival. Check out the festival’s official website for a schedule of events.The Jewellery Quarter is a 20-minute walk from Birmingham’s city center. Pay-and-display parking is available on the street and in nearby parking lots. Alternatively, take the train to the Jewellery Quarter or Snow Hill stations. Public buses stop close to the Chamberlain Clock.Visit the Jewellery Quarter’s official website for museum, shop and restaurant opening hours.


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Our pick of the best Jewellery Quarter Hotel Deals

Bloc Hotel Birmingham
Bloc Hotel Birmingham
3 out of 5
Caroline Street, Birmingham, England
Fully refundable
The price is AU$109 per night from 23 Mar to 24 Mar
AU$109
includes taxes & fees
23 Mar - 24 Mar
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified hotel in Birmingham. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,012 reviews)
"Excellent stay at this hotel. Convenient and although room is quite compact it was quite modern with lights, air con, heat and door controlled by app on phone. Even key cards for those not tech savvy. Only downside was lift was broken. Price was good and staff efficient and customer focussed."

Reviewed on 9 Mar. 2025

Bloc Hotel Birmingham
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 AU$174 per night from 16 Mar to 17 Mar
AU$174
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 Mar
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Birmingham. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,022 reviews)
"The lobby looks very shabby - not a good first impression."

Reviewed on 10 Mar. 2025

Crowne Plaza Birmingham City Centre by IHG
Forest of Arden Hotel & Country Club
Forest of Arden Hotel & Country Club
4 out of 5
Maxstoke Lane, Meriden, Birmingham, Solihull, England
The price is AU$153 per night from 4 Apr to 5 Apr
AU$153
includes taxes & fees
4 Apr - 5 Apr
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Solihull. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,011 reviews)
"Fantastic property. Clean and beds Very comfortable. Friendly helpful staff. The restaurants were a bit expensive"

Reviewed on 9 Mar. 2025

Forest of Arden Hotel & Country Club
Leonardo Royal Hotel Birmingham
Leonardo Royal Hotel Birmingham
4 out of 5
245 Broad Street, Birmingham, England
The price is AU$163 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
AU$163
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Birmingham. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,622 reviews)
Oberall good experience
"Hotel was good overall, but breakfast was disappointing - food and drinks were only warm not hot. Good central position"

Reviewed on 9 Mar. 2025

Leonardo Royal Hotel Birmingham
The Arden Hotel & Leisure Club
The Arden Hotel & Leisure Club
3 out of 5
Coventry Road, Bickenhill, Solihull, England
The price is AU$146 per night from 3 Apr to 4 Apr
AU$146
includes taxes & fees
3 Apr - 4 Apr
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly hotel in Solihull. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,209 reviews)
"Lovely hotel with great facilities, great location, free parking, friendly and helpful staff and a lovely bar/restaurant"

Reviewed on 9 Mar. 2025

The Arden Hotel & Leisure Club
The Grand Hotel Birmingham
The Grand Hotel Birmingham
4 out of 5
Colmore Row, Birmingham, England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$238 per night from 23 Mar to 24 Mar
AU$238
includes taxes & fees
23 Mar - 24 Mar
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Birmingham. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,016 reviews)
"A beautiful hotel, conveniently situated. Excellent staff who couldn't do enough for us. Would definitely return!"

Reviewed on 10 Mar. 2025

The Grand Hotel Birmingham
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