Explore shopping, sights and days out in Birmingham
With a convenient city center location, our Radisson Blu Hotel in Birmingham places you near a wide selection of shopping opportunities, business destinations, and historic landmarks. Browse big-name department stores and brands at the Bullring, or explore designer shops at the Mailbox, both just a short walk away. As the birthplace of the Industrial Revolution, Birmingham is also home to fun sites such as the Cadbury World and the Thinktank science museum. For a day trip outside the city, head to the beautiful Cotswolds countryside or the famed Stratford-upon-Avon, the birthplace of William Shakespeare. Read more suggestions below.
Explore attractions
Bullring & Grand Central
0.29 mi / 0.46 km from the hotel
Find unique pieces as you shop till you drop at this shopping center full of high-street retailers and over 200 shops in addition to delicious restaurants.
Cadbury World
3.40 mi / 5.48 km from the hotel
Visit one of the city's top attractions to learn about the history of chocolate and try the 4D chocolate adventure zone before you satisfy your sweet tooth.
National SEA LIFE Centre Birmingham
0.58 mi / 0.94 km from the hotel
Walk through the 360-degree ocean tunnel and visit with over 2000 exotic creatures, including the giant octopus Beverley, at this outstanding underwater world.
Utilita Arena Birmingham
0.70 mi / 1.13 km from the hotel
This entertainment center in Birmingham is the ideal venue for concerts, comedy, and sporting and family events. With space for over 13,000 seated and nearly 9,000 standing, the Utilita Area has hosted some of the world's biggest acts and sporting events.
Edgbaston Stadium
1.38 mi / 2.23 km from the hotel
Birminham's cricket ground, Edgbaston Stadium, is home to the County Cricket Club and T20 team Birmingham Bears. Cricket lovers will enjoy visiting the stadium for an exciting match or competition, and a selection of entertaining events.
O2 Academy Birmingham
0.13 mi / 0.20 km from the hotel
At the heart of the city's nightlife, the O2 Academy Birmingham hosts a variety of exciting concerts and events. Get your tickets to enjoy local and international artists, comedy acts, and club events for a memorable night out.
Library of Birmingham
0.54 mi / 0.87 km from the hotel
Built in 2013, the Library of Birmingham is the largest public library in Europe. This iconic landmark offers a mesmerizing collection of archives, photography, and rare books, a state-of-the-art gallery, a flexible studio theatre, an outdoor amphitheatre, and dedicated, educational spaces for children and teenagers.
Birmingham Repertory Theatre
0.56 mi / 0.91 km from the hotel
The Birmingham Repertory Theatre, also known as Birmingham Rep, is a world-class venue with three stages. Each year, the theatre presents over 60 productions and tours nationally and internationally. You can experience a show, participate in a workshop, and enjoy a drink in the lounge area.