ENGLAND
The ones worth booking.
The 15 most popular birmingham tours in England. The ones worth your time, what they cost, and what to expect on the day.
Ex-officer guided tour through Shrewsbury Prison: 1793-era wings, execution room, and pillory demo. About 1.5–2 hours.
“a great experience all over and the history of these places are daunting. it makes you realise the importance of staying on the right side of the law.”
Small-group Birmingham civil rights tour with air-conditioned rides and a guided walk to key sites like 16th Street Baptist Church.
“Mike was absolutely spectacular. So knowledgeable, great story teller, tackled all the tough topics with tact and compassion. I would recommend this for to anyone and everyone.”
Entry to Hoo Zoo and Dinosaur World in Telford with mobile ticket access, 100+ animals, 45 animatronic dinosaurs, and animal feeding talks.
“I came in with my nephew, we loved looking at the animals, we did however think that the ‘Feed the baby T-Rex’ activity was not suitable for younger children, it was very loud and overwhelming, it may be more suitable for children aged over 6, my 3 year old nephew found it very distressing”
Cadbury World entry ticket in Birmingham for a 3-hour family-friendly chocolate day with rides, cocoa storytelling, and 4D fun.
“Very well organised tour, but due to school holidays it was very busy and some parts were slightly delayed but still enjoyable”
Walk through Shrewsbury Prison at your own pace with sound boxes, guides, and photo moments in a Victorian setting near Birmingham.
“Experience the grimness of prison life and see how prison cells have changed since Victorian times. The food in the restaurant is excellent as are all the staff throughout the whole prison experience. As a deterrent it should be a compulsory visit for all young teenagers. There is an opportunity for the prison experience to…”
Birmingham’s LEGOLAND Discovery Centre is an indoor, hands-on LEGO day with MINILAND, rides, and a LEGO 4D cinema in about two hours.
“Took my 6 year old today with our Merlin passes. Thank god they were on the Merlin or I’d have passed out if I had to pay for this. The most shocking ‘day out’ you could ever have, words wouldnt even explain how bad this shower of crap was. Even my son started laughing after…”
Canals, Victorians and today in Birmingham on a 2-hour walking tour with earphone audio, free stops, and a local guide.
“Our guide Michael really brought the history to life, it was fun and informative. We enjoyed walking around the city”
A 2-hour Birmingham Jewellery Quarter walking tour with an audio receiver, a secret canal route, and city squares plus cathedral stops.
“Mr Berg was extremely knowledgeable about Birmingham. He made the tour interactive also. He presented artifacts from years gone by and explained their historical significance. I love st Phillips church. I was born and raised in Birmingham but I now live in the USA,what a treat to see my hometown as a visitor. I had…”
Birmingham slogging gangs walk with Edward Shelby. Pub stops, gang stories, and city corners in 2 hours for $27.73.
“Lots of fun. Our guide was fantastic! Learned a lot about the history of Birmingham and England as a whole. Entertaining for those with and without Peaky Blinders knowledge. Would recommend to anyone coming to Birmingham!”
A 90-minute Birmingham city-centre walk with a local guide, key landmarks, canal stories, and WW1/WW2 memorials, mostly outside.
“A great walking tour of Birmingham. Our guide was knowledgeable and engaging giving us an interesting insight into Birmingham's history and what it has to offer. Recommended.”
Meet sea otters Ozzy and Ola, see penguins, and ride through a 360° Ocean Tunnel at SEA LIFE Birmingham for a short, family-friendly visit.
“We liked the sea life centre but it hasn't changed much in decor for about 16 years. So when I went again I was shocked it hadn't been modernised. The fish and all the animals are amazing and the staff are very knowledgeable. Nice day out.”
Follow Captain Bess through Birmingham with cryptic web clues and a self-paced 2-hour walk from Town Hall to the Jewellery Quarter.
“This might not look much but it really is enjoyable and at times challenging. It shows hidden parts of Birmingham's past and the impressive and very visible new parts. It is great if you don't like following a group.”
Walk Birmingham after dark on a 90-minute ghost route through haunted churches, hotels, and a former jail site, guided at night.
“It was an hour in a half walk. But we laughed and heard several amazing stories of the past. So the walk didn't seem as long as it was. We really enjoyed it”
Skip the waiting and visit Winterbourne House and Garden in Birmingham, an Edwardian Arts-and-Crafts villa with seasonal walled gardens.
“It was a quiet, peaceful, and relaxing experience. The scenery was beautiful and fresh, I would definitely recommend this place to anyone who likes gardens or just wants to go somewhere to relax. It was worth the 45-minute walk from my hotel and worth the price.”
Escape Shrewsbury Prison’s The Cell in 60 minutes with helpful hints, then explore the historic prison on your own pace for about 1h15.
“Definitely wear warm clothes, its really cold.”
