West Midlands Trip Overview
Get your bearings and discover Birmingham through a ‘Brummie’s’ eyes, with a local, expert guide. Immerse yourself in the sights and sounds of the city as you travel back through the centuries to discover how our city exploded from a small market town, to the second largest city in the UK.
On this 1.5 hour tour, you’ll not only see and learn about our history, but you’ll also gain an authentic insight into modern life in the city today and explore some hidden gems along the way! From Birmingham’s boom during the industrial revolution to our iconic canals, and of course, the home of Cadbury chocolate! There’s something for everyone on this unique experience.
Additional Info
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Starts: West Midlands, United Kingdom
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
Explore West Midlands Promoted Experiences
What to Expect When Visiting West Midlands, England, United Kingdom
Get your bearings and discover Birmingham through a ‘Brummie’s’ eyes, with a local, expert guide. Immerse yourself in the sights and sounds of the city as you travel back through the centuries to discover how our city exploded from a small market town, to the second largest city in the UK.
On this 1.5 hour tour, you’ll not only see and learn about our history, but you’ll also gain an authentic insight into modern life in the city today and explore some hidden gems along the way! From Birmingham’s boom during the industrial revolution to our iconic canals, and of course, the home of Cadbury chocolate! There’s something for everyone on this unique experience.
Itinerary
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Stop At: Cathedral Square, Colmore Row Temple Row, Birmingham England
An introduction to the tour, your local guide & Birmingham’s background history.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: St Philip’s Cathedral Garden, Colmore Row, Birmingham B3 2QB England
Built during the industrial revolution, discover St Philip’s Cathedral & its importance to the city.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Victoria Square, Birmingham B1 1BD England
Take a step back into the 1800’s and explore Victorian Birmingham at Victoria Square.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Town Hall Birmingham, Town Hall Victoria Square, Birmingham B3 3DQ England
Built to symbolise the status of Birmingham’s growth, marvel at the Town Hall. From Charles Dickens, to Emmeline Pankhurst and even the likes of Bob Dylan, The Rolling Stones and The Beatles – some of the worlds most famous individuals have walked through these doors!
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, 3 Congreve Passage Chamberlain Square, Birmingham B3 3DA England
Marvel at this beautiful building, first opened in 1885.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Chamberlain Square, Birmingham B3 3HQ England
Discover Birmingham’s importance in the first & second world war.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Centenary Square, Broad St., Birmingham B1 2AE England
From old to new, discover our modern city, architecture and life in Birmingham today.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Broad Street, Birmingham England
Our very own walk of fame!
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Symphony Hall, Broad Street, Birmingham B1 2EA England
Take a relaxing walk alongside one of iconic canals.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Ikon Gallery, 1 Oozells Square Brindleyplace, Birmingham B1 2HS England
Where old and new are perfectly combined, marvel at the Neo Gothic exterior of this contemporary art gallery.
Duration: 5 minutes
