The city is full of large & small music and arts venues. Lots of events for free or at accesible prices. Great cafés, pubs & restaurants are scattered around it. There's something for everyone!
Its free and has the best collection of pre-Raphaelite paintings in the world- Go!
A mix of business, restaurants and bars near the canals. Named after the 18th century canal engineer James Brindley...Great place to grab a bite to eat and drink and a lot nicer than nearby Broad St!
Walk around in the city centre and come to the famous Victoria Square. It is home to the Town Hall, Council House, a giant fountain of a bathing woman and a drab statue of Queen Victoria.
The churchyard is the most central green space in Birmingham so is a popular meeting spot for young people, sunbathing spot in good weather, and lunch spot for office workers.
Are you are a fan of bands like "The Strokes" or "Primal Scream"? Then the best rock and pop venue in town is the place for you.
The Prix Fixe menu (£11) is a great deal! But drinks are very expensive compared to nearby pubs.
Don't forget to print your student voucher 2x1 Sunday-Thursday from studentbeans.com. If you are not a student, you still can get 2x1 with the Vouchercloud app.
Students can get £5 tickets if they go to venue on the night of the show and there are unfilled seats
Walk, jog or run around The Vale Lake: the lakeside path is 500m-long; the flat lakeside path on the west and then the uphill bit on the east is 800m-long. Do the maths for your desired distance!
A hidden treasure in Birmingham. The tea room has a lovely atmosphere.
Opened in 1939 by Queen Mary and given a five star rating by Penguin Books 2005 'Britain's Best Museums and Galleries', being only one of five to be awarded outside of London.
An amazing place at your doorstep! Come late in the afternoon to watch the sunset. It's a breathtaking experience!
Recommended: For over four decades, Ikon has maintained its lead at the cutting edge of contemporary art with its diverse artistic programme. Pop in Tues - Sun from 11AM - 6PM to check it out. Read more.
There's a £46 menu for 4 people but it could easily feed a party of 5. Great place!
The best way to get here is by train. On gig days there are special direct services between Birmingham International and Birmingham New Street, so you'll be back in the city centre in no time!
Great food, good drinks, relaxed ambience and excellent service! What's not to like about this place?
Students of the University of Birmingham can get discounted tickets for Aston Villa matches from the Aston Villa Club Store in New Street or the Guild of Students on campus.
Students can get tickets for home matches for as little as £25 on the official West Bromwich Albion website! Read more.
On weekends, avoid the crowds by making it here before 5 PM. Once you've secured a good spot, go grab a beer and a sausage!
The path around the reservoir is mostly dirt so it's indeed great for running or cycling but not so much after rainy days.
An amazing Victorian landmark located right in the heart of Edgbaston! The carvings above the main entrance are magnificent!
The best café in Birmingham. Its friendly service, great coffee and tasty food makes it an instant favorite!
Over a 125 different beers to choose from. Some great American and homegrown microbrew beers...No food available, bring your own and the staff will happily provide you with plate, knife and fork!
One of the largest bronze animal sculptures in the UK, The Bull is modelled on the Hereford Bull, an animal with strong historical associations to Birmingham.
Has a great organ on which resident organist Thomas Trotter gives regular recitals on Monday lunchtimes
Great place, amazing tea and very good service. Sit by the window and watch people and life pass by.
An amazing looking pub on the inside, the homemade pies are pretty good even though they are quite pricey. It's an actual theatre as well, running music, comedy and their own productions.
Slightly expensive but cool pub. The roof terrace is great but very busy, specially on Fridays.
The only place in Birmingham that has a bar AND a library. The Boardroom is a nifty room to hire out: long dining table and closed off from the main pub.
Delicious Vietnamese and Chinese food, great service and a nice and relaxed environment! A must in the Chinese Quarter!
