Home to more canals than Venice, legendary architecture and beautiful parks, post-industrial Birmingham is one of the few large UK cities that still manages to cling to its village vibe. Although the city is known for its factories, curries, ‘spaghetti’ junction and that accent that nobody quite understands, there’s a lot more to the real Birmingham that warrants exploration.
See the many destinations below and be sure to download our complete Birmingham City Guide, which has a map and detailed information on many points of interest.