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Barber Institute of Fine Arts

Barber Institute of Fine Arts is a popular concert hall and art gallery Birmingham. It is an early-20th century building situated in the premises of the University of Birmingham in England. Although this attraction is a part of the university, visitors are welcome to explore the exhibits during open hours. Barber Institute of Fine Arts has a large collection of paintings that represent European art Barber Institute of Fine arts houses an impressive collection of artworks that draws not just the students but also art enthusiasts. The building a great example of English architecture of the 1900s and houses several offices, galleries, a concert hall, lecture halls and libraries. The exhibits represent the renaissance period, impressionism and post-impressionism movements. The institute is also credited as one of the best museums in Britain by Penguin Books. This attraction is highly recommended for art lovers. Read More

Best known for featuring Birmingham Royal Ballet, Birmingham Hippodrome is a grand theatre located in Birmingham, England. The theatre showcases a large variety of performances from numerous ballet and opera companies, touring West End theatrical shows such as The Lion King, Grease, and Matilda, drama, and pantomime. Being the United Kingdom’s busiest single theatre, Birmingham Hippodrome houses more than 500,000 people annually and also is the busiest venue outside London with regards to dance. Located at Hurst Street in the Chinese Quarter of Birmingham in England, Birmingham Hippodrome is just the perfect place for all the theatre lovers. The theatre features a single large auditorium in which a mixed program build of 400 performances are featured including exceptional opera, ballet, touring musicals, international dance, drama, comedy and the biggest Pantomime of the world. Other than the single auditorium, the space of Birmingham Hippodrome is also shared with a restaurant, Patric Studio, and immense events facilities.Qdos Entertainment is behind the production of the Christmas pantomimes that take place at the theatre and has over the years attracted many stars including Julian Clary, John Barrowman, Keith Harris, Lesley Joseph, Lee Mead, Steve McFadden, John Partridge, and Andrew Ryan, among others. Matt Slack, the famous comedian, has also returned ever since 2013 due to high public demand.The theatre through Hippodrome Projects Programme also provides remarkable opportunities to schools and colleges across the city and showcases spectacular outdoor events. Therefore, if one is visiting the beautiful city of Birmingham and is looking to have a night full of laughter, music, ballet, or drama, Birmingham Hippodrome is the perfect place to visit. Read More

Located at Chamberlain Square in Birmingham, Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery is a huge complex showcasing a multiplicity of permanent galleries, collections and changing exhibitions throughout the year. The museum has over 40 galleries famous for its Pre-Raphaelite paintings displaying a wide range of applied art, display art, archaeology, ethnography and social history. The collection provides the visitors with a glimpse into the life, culture and history and the people of Birmingham. The Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery boasts a collection of metalwork, jewellery, fine arts and ceramics. The collection of antiquities at the museum includes ancient coins of the middle ages, materials from the Roman Empire, Latin America and Classical Greece and artefacts from Ancient India, Ancient Egypt and Central Asia. There are stops for food and beverages inside the museum with a distinguished interior. The gift shop at the Birmingham Museum also displays artwork for sale. Read More

The Black Country Living Museum is an open-air museum dedicated to the history of Black Country, located near Dudley, Birmingham. The quirky museum concept depicts life in Black Country as it was two hundred years ago, and allows visitors to step into history through costumed performers, impeccably maintained buildings, and demonstrations. Perfect for tourists of all ages and history buffs curious about the UK during the Industrial Revolution, the Black Country Living Museum offers a slice of English life during the most momentous time of European history. Formerly the Black Country Museum, today this facility depicts the history one of the most significant industrial towns in Victorian England, famous for its iron factories. Step back in time as you enter this recreation of a British village set in twentieth-century Birmingham, and live the life of a local as you ride a boat in a canal, drink authentic ale in an inn, step into Victorian cottages, go down to an underground mine and take a lesson in a twentieth-century school! Stroll down cobblestoned streets, play in a fair and visit factories to watch the metalwork industry in action. The Black Country Living Museum was also the set for the English crime drama series Peaky Blinders. Read More

Blakesley Hall is one of the oldest Tudor Halls converted into a museum located in Birmingham, England. This tourist attraction is famous for its Tudor architecture that dates back to the 16th century. Since it was built, Blakesley Hall was privately owned until the early 20th century, when it was converted into a museum to display the history and the architecture of the medieval mansions of Birmingham. Guided tours are available here. Entry into Blakesley Hall without registering for a guided tour is not permitted. Most parts of the Blakesley Hall Mansion were damaged in a bomb blast a few years after the museum was inaugurated. However, the building was reconstructed using ancient furnishings from the inventory to recreate a structure closest to the original building. Today, visitors get to see the restored ancient building and also enjoy modern amenities and picturesque surroundings. Read More

Brindleyplace is a canal-side area in Birmingham with tree-lined squares brimming with restaurants, pubs, shops and clubs. It is a famous tourist attraction and one of the most visited areas in Birmingham. At Brindleyplace, visitors also get to see a variety of buildings representing the late-20th century architecture of England. Brindleyplace and its development began in the late 20th century. It occupies an area of 17 acres and also consists of redevelopment on a large scale. The mixed-use development is also the largest one in the United Kingdom. Thus, one can expect a considerable number of activities to do here to keep themselves entertained. If interested, they may also choose to stay at one of the hotels nearby to make the most of their trip. Read More

Operated by the Cadbury Company, Cadbury World is one of the biggest leisure attractions of Birmingham, United Kingdom. This place features a self-guided tour and promises its visitors a relaxing and enjoyable day filled with several fun rides for children, Chocolate making sessions with the experts and a variety of other leisure activities that will make their day a memorable one. Founded by Morgan Anderson on August 14, 1990, Cadbury World was opened on the manufacturing site of Cadbury located in Bournville, Birmingham, England. The location underwent continuous development and have expanded significantly since it was opened. It oversees more than 50,000 visitors each year, making it Birmingham’s one of the most prominent leisure attractions; especially among students and children (that links back to the interests of the founding fathers of the company that wished to contribute to educational advancements).Cadbury Word features 14 different zones that convey the story of the origin of chocolate and Cadbury business by making use of various static sets, video presentations, interactive activities and displays, and staff demonstrations, among others. One will find video stations showing the actual manufacturing procedure of famous Cadbury brands such as Roses, buttons, and Creme egg and cinema presentation with special effects showing what ingredients are used to make Cadbury products as tasty as they are. Cadbury World also incorporates a recreated Victoria bull street that allows visitors to view very first products of Cadbury that were sold in John Cadbury’s tea dealer shop and Richard Tapper Cadbury’s drapers back in 1824. ‘The Bournville Experience’ retells the story behind the development of this site while there are several rides and fun displays that children will surely enjoy including Beanmobile rides at Purple planet with familiar Cadbury characters that children adore. Read More

Cannon Hill Park is a premier public park located next to Edgbaston Cricket Ground in South Birmingham, England. Spanning over an area of 250 acres, this gem of a park also comprises of conservation area and 5 acres of woodland plantation called 'RSPB Centenary Plantation'. The major highlights of Canon Hill Park is its surreal lush surroundings, play area for kids, lake-boating, a fun mini golf course, Birmingham Wildlife Conservation Centre and MAC. The park's Green Flag status fortifies that it's definitely not a usual next-door park. It serves as the venue of many interesting fairs and events from time-to-time including food festivals and marathons. The food joints at Canon Hill Park ensure a lovely combination of nature and great food. Whether one is interested in wildlife, sports or simply some fun family time, Cannon Hill Park is the place to visit. Read More

The Custard Facory is a shopping destination that replaced the erstwhile Bird's Custard factory found in the Deritend region of Birmingham. The entire factory is home to a number of thriving business establishments including stat ups, stand alone retail shops, mega brand outlets, cafes and bars. The Custard Factory area is also noted for hosting events with musical soirees, poetry reading sessions and multiple cultural happenings. Most of the tourists visiting the area step into the Ideal Skate Shop to source the trendy skating gears and skating boards. Fasionistas make sure to walk into Frank Capote, a recently opened shop that offers made to order tailoring services. The Matrix Virtual Reality Arcade is expecting more footfalls from eager gamers of the young generation as well. The ones interested in showbiz are enthused by DJ Gym, a place that offers tips to prospective DJs. People looking for repair shops are happy to enter Fix My Broken Mac, a shop that specializes in repair of old and forgotten mobile phone models. Constructed on 15 acre of land, it is also home to a huge number of independent shops long with the Mockingbird Cinema. Read More

The Jewellery Quarter is a heritage area in central Birmingham, northwest of Birmingham City Centre, which is famous for its jewellery manufacturing industry. This urban village boasts of a unique connection to the Industrial Revolution and now houses some of the most popular and celebrated jewellers of England. With great bars, restaurants, boutiques and jewellery stores, the Jewellery Quarter area is a great stop for history buffs, artists, and jewellery lovers. Step back in time, walk into a Victorian lane and watch the masters at work, designing the most intricate necklaces, rings, earrings, and brooches. The eclectic appeal of Jewellery Quarter is best enjoyed through walking tours, with ample stops to wine, dine and enjoy the brilliant craftsmanship of the master jewelers on display. Read More