Birmingham, also referred to as ‘Brum’ by locals, is England's second-largest city. Not always seen as the perfect place for a visit, nowadays, Birmingham is flourishing.  Over the years the city has grown into a tourist destination and hot spot for cultural experiences. It is now an industrial city that is full of glorious canals, restaurants, excursions, historic tour opportunities and also boasts a buzzing nightlife.  It may not have numerous scenic views and picturesque photo opportunities, but it is rich in WWII history. Once damaged by WWII bombings, Birmingham has phenomenal architecture and is home to the popular newly designed Bullring shopping centre and plaza.

This is a city that comes awake in the evening hours because of its wild nightlife, live-music venues, busy pubs and themed nightclubs. If you are passionate about classical or jazz music, try to book your Birmingham vacation during the first two weeks of July when the Birmingham Jazz Festival is held annually. Don’t miss the Birmingham Symphony Orchestra and the Royal Shakespeare Theatre which boasts amazing productions every year.

Visitors will be thrilled with tours of major Birmingham attractions such as the Aston Transport Museum, Sir Thomas Holte’s 1618 Aston Hall, art-infused Barber Institute, the Birchhills Canal Museum, the colourful Birmingham Botanical Gardens and chocolate-inspired visitor centre known famously as Cadbury World.  Animal or marine life lover? Check out the Dudley Zoo or National Sea Life Centre with your family for the day. If you want to be spooked, take a Birmingham Ghost and Graveyard walk which is offered throughout the entire city. Boo!