Convention Quarter Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Convention Quarter
Popular places to visit
International Convention Centre
Remarkably elegant and extremely well-equipped, Birmingham’s most ambitious venue hosts more than 350 different events every year.
Symphony Hall
Take in the cream of the musical world at this fabulous concert venue, considered one of the finest of its kind in the world.
National SEA LIFE Centre
Make time in your itinerary to visit the sea life who live at National SEA LIFE Centre during your trip to Birmingham. Discover the area's fascinating museums and shops.
Library of Birmingham
This landmark facility houses a wonderful collection of Shakespearian objects, along with preserved greeting cards and books.
Hall of Memory War Memorial
This memorial is a peaceful space in the city center devoted to Birmingham residents who lost their lives in military service.
Ikon Gallery
This dynamic gallery combines a passion for the avant-garde with a commitment to making contemporary art more accessible.
Activities
Birmingham: Victorian Canals and Modern-Day Birmingham Tour
Birmingham: Slogging Gangs Guided Walking Tour
Birmingham City Centre Daily Walking Tour (10:30am & 2pm)
Birmingham: SEA LIFE + LEGOLAND + Cadbury World Combo Ticket
Birmingham: Discovering Birmingham Walking Tour
Our pick of the best Convention Quarter Hotel Deals
Crowne Plaza Birmingham City Centre by IHG
Very attentive and helpful staff
Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025
Leonardo Royal Hotel Birmingham
Staff were friendly and helpful. Changed my room for a higher floor and better view. Can recommend ‘the quiet side’ on floor 11.
Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025
Hyatt Regency Birmingham
Lovely breakfast but a little expensive
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
Hilton Garden Inn Birmingham Brindley Place
Quite a long queue at check in, but pleasant staff Lovely room, very clean and comfortable Well equipped Not too keen on the pillow though! One not high enough 2 too high! Personal preference though All toiletries provided were high quality, soap, body lotion, shower gel, shampoo and conditioner ...
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
Holiday Inn Express Birmingham - City Centre by IHG
The room was spacious and clean. The breakfast was varied. The only thing that let it down was when we arrived and got through check in we got in the lift the door closed we pressed the level we needed and the lift did not move we were stuck in a closed lift we pressed the alarm no one came we could ...
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
Novotel Birmingham Centre
Quick check in. Comfortable mattress.
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Convention Quarter
Westside
Known for its fantastic nightlife and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Westside. Check out top attractions like Broad Street and National SEA LIFE Centre, and jump on the metro at Five Ways 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.
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.
Colmore Business District
Noted for its shopping and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Colmore Business District. Top attractions like Birmingham Cathedral and Corporation Street 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.
Jewellery Quarter
Shopping, restaurants and theatres are just a few things travellers like about Jewellery Quarter. Sights like Museum of the Jewellery Quarter and Pen Museum are spots to explore, and you can get around the greater Birmingham area at Jewellery Quarter Tram Stop.
Eastside
Eastside is popular for its lively bars, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Millennium Point or Thinktank Birmingham Science Museum.
