Birmingham

Known as the ‘Black Country’ for the soot produced by its iron foundries, this open-air museum brings local history to life.

Calling all chocoholics! Every inch of this museum and experience is dedicated to our favourite treat.

From Michelin’s Best Young Chef 2021 to street food and Instagrammable cocktails, Digbeth is full of culinary delights.

Experience the sights and sounds of the UK’s biggest South Asian music festival, held every summer.

Visit Bullring & Grand Central for top-notch shopping and dining, with leading fashion brands and restaurants galore.

Featuring contemporary art from all over the world, this internationally acclaimed venue focuses on works by indigenous and migrant creatives.

With bowling, American pool, beer pong and more, this adults-only playground is full of competitive fun.

You’ll swing, leap and climb through the trees, braving wobbly rope bridges and thrilling zip wires.

From Shakespearean plays to stand-up comedy, live interviews and classical ballet, this venue has it all.

This art gallery, music venue and events space celebrates the vibrant cultures of Central and Eastern Europe.

This striking building features a theatre space, observation deck and peaceful wildlife gardens.

Hot, spicy and utterly moreish, the balti is Birmingham's signature dish – and this area is the best place to try it.

With chef Aktar Islam at the helm, this was Britain's first Indian restaurant outside London to receive a Michelin star.

With A-list performers, glittering cabaret and a vibrant parade, this is always an incredible show.

Also known as Gay Village, this city-centre area is famous for its LGBTQIA+ scene – with clubs, pubs and bars galore.

From gospel singers to famous rock legends, this magnificent venue hosts live music of all descriptions.

With street food, craft stalls, twinkling lights and live music, this is a little slice of festive Frankfurt.

From big-name stars to hot new talents, this line-up features stand-up, slapstick, musicals and more.

This horticultural haven features four glasshouses, filled with plants and trees from all over the globe. Enjoy garden yoga, too.

This isn’t only the heart of Birmingham’s canal network, it is a historic hotspot for drinking and dining.

Fishing, sailing, rowing, bird-watching: this forest-fringed wetland is full of outdoor adventures.

Cruise through underground tunnels to discover fossils, wildlife and relics of the Industrial Revolution.

This city retreat offers state-of-the-art floatation tanks, to ease away the stresses of everyday life.

This extensive spa hotel features 12 biothermal rooms, a swimming pool, beauty salon and more.

For sightseeing tours, dinner cruises and private waterway charters, you’ve come to the right place.

Alongside top designer and high-street shops, this mall features festivals, movies and great dining too.

Independent boutiques rub shoulders with cocktail bars, beauty salons, artisan bakeries and more.

Follow a self-guided bike trail at your own pace, and enjoy insightful history snippets on video, too.

Delve deeper into the city’s most fascinating and culturally-enriching corners, on these expert-led walking tours.

It’s 100% vegan, but this restaurant’s menu is enough to tempt even the most dedicated meat-eater.

Spectacular shows and spellbinding storytelling bring history to life.

Having won multiple awards, including a Michelin star, this fine-dining spot celebrates British cuisine.

This is the place to meet – and help to protect – red pandas, lemurs, meerkats, monkeys and more.

This conservation area offers tennis courts, a boating lake, fairground rides and a mini golf course.

From vinyl records to 1950s fashions, this characterful market has a huge range of vintage treasures.

Opt for a tasting menu at this Michelin-starred spot, to enjoy up to 12 courses of top-quality British fare.

The highly anticipated Good Food Show Summer is an annual summer foodie extravaganza.

Explore the kid-sized city of MiniBrum, visit the 4K Planetarium or head outside to the interactive Science Garden.