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Top things to do in Birmingham

34 attractions, landmarks and museums worth your time, ranked by traveler reviews.

Bullring & Grand Central Birmingham
Market4

Bullring & Grand Central Birmingham

1,429 reviews

A major shopping centre in central Birmingham with over 200 stores, including a flagship Selfridges, and a vibrant market atmosphere.

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What is the most visited attraction in Birmingham?

Bullring & Grand Central Birmingham draws the most traveler reviews of anywhere we track in Birmingham, with 1,429 of them, rated 4.0 out of 5. Review volume is the closest honest proxy we have for how many people actually turn up, so it is what this list is ranked by.

Which place in Birmingham do visitors rate highest?

Matrix Virtual Reality holds the highest rating in Birmingham among places with a meaningful number of reviews, at 5.0 out of 5 from 676 reviews. It is less busy than Bullring & Grand Central Birmingham, which is often exactly why it scores better.

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Matrix Virtual Reality

676 reviews

Matrix Virtual Reality in Birmingham offers immersive VR experiences in a historic Custard Factory setting.

Religious site
Religious site4.5

St. Martin in the Bull Ring

554 reviews

Historic Anglican parish church in Birmingham city centre, known for its striking Gothic architecture and central location near the Bullring shopping centre.

Entertainment
Entertainment4

The Glee Club

456 reviews

A premier comedy club in Birmingham's Southside district, featuring top stand-up acts, live music, and a lively bar atmosphere.

O2 Academy Birmingham
Entertainment3

O2 Academy Birmingham

452 reviews

A popular live music and entertainment venue in Birmingham, hosting concerts and club nights.

Market
Market4

Birmingham Rag Market

205 reviews

Birmingham Rag Market is a bustling indoor market offering fresh produce, textiles, and household goods in the heart of the city.

Custard Factory
Museum4

Custard Factory

145 reviews

A creative hub in Birmingham's Digbeth district, housing independent shops, art galleries, street food vendors, and a vibrant nightlife scene.

Sight
Sight4.5

The Loft Brum

136 reviews

The Loft Brum is a stylish cocktail bar in Birmingham's Gay Village, known for its creative drinks and lively atmosphere.

Entertainment
Entertainment2.5

Odeon

133 reviews

Odeon is a cinema in Birmingham city centre, offering a mix of blockbuster and independent films in a historic building.

Market
Market4

Birmingham Open Market

88 reviews

A historic outdoor market in Birmingham city centre, offering fresh produce, meats, and household goods at competitive prices.

Entertainment
Entertainment4.5

Treetop Golf Birmingham

86 reviews

A fun indoor mini-golf course set in Birmingham's Bullring & Grand Central, with 18 holes themed around trees and woodland.

Rotunda
Landmark3.5

Rotunda

69 reviews

A iconic cylindrical office building in Birmingham's city centre, known for its distinctive rotunda shape and panoramic views.

Sight
Sight4

Missing Bar

68 reviews

A quirky, hidden cocktail bar in Birmingham's Gay Village known for its speakeasy vibe and creative drinks.

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Sight2

The Village Inn

62 reviews

A traditional pub in Birmingham's city center offering classic drinks and a no-frills atmosphere, though recent reviews note some service issues.

Sight
Sight4.5

The Night Owl

58 reviews

A quirky bar and events space in Birmingham's Digbeth district, known for its eclectic decor and late-night scene.

Sight
Sight2.5

The Nightingale Club

54 reviews

A long-standing LGBTQ+ nightclub in Birmingham's Gay Village, known for its vibrant drag shows and themed party nights.

Sight
Sight4.5

Equator Bar

41 reviews

Equator Bar is a lively sight in Birmingham's Southside district, known for its vibrant atmosphere and diverse drinks menu.

Sight
Sight4

Hennessey's Bar Birmingham

35 reviews

A traditional Irish pub in Digbeth, Birmingham, known for its lively atmosphere and live sports.

Landmark
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Nelson's Statue

30 reviews

A statue of Admiral Horatio Nelson located in Birmingham's Bull Ring, a historic landmark with local significance.

Great Western Arcade
Landmark

Great Western Arcade

A beautifully preserved Victorian shopping arcade with elegant glass roofs, boutique shops, and charming cafes.

Bull Ring, Birmingham
Landmark

Bull Ring, Birmingham

Major shopping complex featuring the iconic Selfridges building and historic St Martin in the Bull Ring church.

Gas Street Basin
Sight

Gas Street Basin

A historic canal junction where colorful narrowboats, waterside pubs, and restaurants create a vibrant urban oasis.

Symphony Hall, Birmingham
Entertainment

Symphony Hall, Birmingham

World-class concert venue known for superb acoustics, home to the City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra.

St Philip's Cathedral, Birmingham
Religious site

St Philip's Cathedral, Birmingham

Baroque Anglican cathedral with stunning stained glass windows by Edward Burne-Jones, a peaceful oasis in the city center.

The Electric, Birmingham
Entertainment

The Electric, Birmingham

Britain's oldest working cinema, screening independent and classic films in a historic, intimate setting.

Frankfurt Christmas Market, Birmingham
Market

Frankfurt Christmas Market, Birmingham

One of the largest authentic German Christmas markets outside Germany, filling Victoria Square with festive stalls and aromas.

Birmingham Town Hall
Landmark

Birmingham Town Hall

A Grade I listed concert venue with stunning classical architecture, hosting major performances since 1834.

Birmingham Repertory Theatre
Entertainment

Birmingham Repertory Theatre

A leading producing theatre known for bold, innovative plays and musicals in the heart of Birmingham's cultural quarter.

Centenary Square
Sight

Centenary Square

Birmingham's premier public square, home to the Hall of Memory, modern fountains, and civic sculptures, hosting major events.

Wheel of Birmingham
Outdoor & fun

Wheel of Birmingham

A giant observation wheel offering 360-degree views of Birmingham's skyline and landmarks from 60 meters high.

Victoria Square, Birmingham
Sight

Victoria Square, Birmingham

Central public square with the iconic River fountain and grand Council House, hosting events and gatherings year-round.

Library of Birmingham
Landmark

Library of Birmingham

Modern architectural icon and one of the UK's largest public libraries, with a rooftop garden offering panoramic city views.

Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery
Museum

Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery

Home to world-class Pre-Raphaelite paintings, fine art, ceramics, and natural history exhibits in a grand Victorian building.

Birmingham Hippodrome
Entertainment

Birmingham Hippodrome

Large theatre hosting ballet, opera, and musicals, home of Birmingham Royal Ballet.