Discover the best of Birmingham beyond campus life. From Winterbourne Gardens and Red Brick Market to Cadbury World and the Peak District, explore it all.
You’ve seen our beautiful campus, but now it's time to explore what else Birmingham has to offer. Its beauty lies all over the city!
Tucked away in the corner of the University of Birmingham, this hidden gem is just a 10-minute walk from the campus. The University has redeveloped this property, turning it into an attraction of botanical beauty and holding century-old stories. The garden also has a cafe serving some delicious food. As another great bonus, all students and staff at the University of Birmingham enjoy free admission to the garden!
This independent shopping experience that features a variety of stores showcasing talented local artists, start-ups, and unique items to browse. From sustainable fashion to antiques, this market supports small-time independent stores which will make your shopping experience more unique!
Just an hour away from Birmingham is the Peak District National Park. With views across the valleys and picturesque stepping stones, this place is perfect for a day out and a picnic on your days off from classes. Travel options include driving there, getting the train or taking a bus!
Asian eateries in Birmingham are also extremely popular, and the best places to find them are Chinatown and Ladypool Road. Chinatown is situated between the Grand Central Station and the Gay Village. This neighbourhood offers the best Chinese, Japanese and Korean restaurants and also has its own nightlife at the Arcadian. Chun Ying Garden and China Court are some of the amazing restaurants there!
Ladypool Road offers a variety of South Asian food options and some fusion restaurants; notable establishments include Butt Karahi and the Royal Palm. Most of these places open in the afternoon and close around 11 pm, making them the best late-night food cravings
This is one of Birmingham’s cultural attractions that showcases various pieces of jewellery, ceramics, fine art and archaeology, all of which have international importance and cultural history. This is the perfect place for art enthusiasts and anyone who wants to learn a bit more about the history and culture of Birmingham. It also has free entry!
Founded in the streets of Birmingham, Cadbury is one of the most loved and popular chocolate brands. If you are a chocolate lover or like cool historical things in general, Cadbury World is a great experience where you can learn the history of Cadbury on a tour and later satisfy your sweet tooth cravings by exploring all the Cadbury brands that were made! And the best part is, students get an exclusive discount on admission prices.
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