All Birmingham Tours & Excursions in 2026

Take Birmingham at your own pace with your own dedicated guide on a private tour. See Birmingham through a true Brummie’s eyes on this 1.5-hour walking tour. Immerse yourself in the city's sights and sounds as you journey through centuries of our history, uncovering the truth of the city of a thousand trades. During the tour, you’ll discover roots of Norman nobility to titans of the Industrial Revolution, charting Birmingham's path as a city of innovation to its place today as the UK’s second-largest city. See key historic sights like Birmingham Cathedral, Chamberlain Square and the canals, while uncovering the stories and people behind them. You’ll also gain real insight into life in Birmingham today, with every guide bringing their own stories of the city.

Discover Birmingham at your own pace with our immersive audio experience—no rushing, no crowds, just pure exploration freedom. Uncover hidden stories and historical secrets that even locals don't know, narrated by authentic Brummie voices who bring the city's rich heritage to life. Unlike rigid group tours, you choose which attractions to visit and how long to spend at each, creating your personalized Birmingham adventure. Our professionally produced audio features crystal-clear narration, subtle sound effects, and atmospheric music that transports you through time as you walk the city streets. Access exclusive insights about Birmingham's transformation from industrial powerhouse to cultural hub, with fascinating details that guidebooks miss. Whether you have two hours or two days, this audio experience delivers Birmingham's essence on your terms.

While most escape rooms have you trying to work out how to escape from a puzzle-filled room, not many are located in a real-life former prison. Use your wits to figure out how to escape a Shrewsbury Prison cell while prisoners are on lockdown, and once you’ve managed to get free, enjoy a self-guided tour around the prison.

Experience Birmingham through the eyes of a local during a walking tour that takes you off the beaten path. Ideal for first-time visitors looking for an introduction to the industrial city, this tour includes personal headphones to ensure you hear the guide clearly at all times. Explore Birmingham’s medieval origins, Industrial Revolution roots, and modern transformation, including the Jewellery Quarter and Canal City.

Getting between Birmingham and Heathrow Airport can be a hassle if relying on public transport, so save yourself the potential stress and travel with a private driver instead. First, get picked up from any address in Birmingham, then sit back and relax as you ride in a private vehicle directly to London Heathrow Airport.

This tour offers a perfect blend of history, architecture, and classic Cambridge experiences. Begin with a visit to the iconic King’s College Chapel, renowned for its breathtaking Gothic design. Stroll through The Backs, where you’ll enjoy picturesque views of Cambridge’s prestigious colleges. After a relaxing lunch, experience the city’s charm with a guided punting tour along the River Cam, passing landmarks like the Bridge of Sighs and Trinity College. End the day at the Fitzwilliam Museum, exploring masterpieces from Titian to Picasso and ancient artifacts. With its mix of stunning architecture, scenic beauty, and cultural treasures, this tour provides an unforgettable journey through one of England’s most historic university cities.

Discover Birmingham’s vibrant food scene with a guided tour that takes you to six unique venues, from a Desi pub to the oldest wine merchant in the city. This immersive experience highlights the city's culinary heritage as you savour a variety of delicious dishes and drinks, including three alcoholic beverages. Stroll through the charming Jewellery Quarter and along the canals, concluding your journey in the city centre. Led by a passionate local guide, this intimate tour welcomes a maximum of 12 guests for a personal touch. - Enjoy six curated tastings - Learn a little about Birmingham's rich culinary history - Maximum group size of 12 for an intimate experience - 4-hour duration perfect for food enthusiasts This tour is a fixed menu experience with a curated selection of dishes. We are now able to offer vegetarian alternatives but please contact us at least 12 hours in advance of your tour to arrange this.

Birmingham is the most misunderstood great city in England. For two hundred years it was the workshop of the world — a place where, as the saying went, anything from a pin to a steam engine could be made, and usually was. Three-quarters of everything written with a metal pen in the Victorian world was written with a nib made within half a mile of where we’ll be walking. By the early twentieth century it was also one of the toughest places in Britain — and that is where the Peaky Blinders come in. The real gang were violent, territorial young men from the slums of Small Heath and Cheapside who fought over street corners and racecourse pitches from the 1890s. The BBC series gave them twenty-first century glamour — but the real history beneath it is every bit as fascinating, and this tour tells you both.

This tour offers a perfect mix of history, culture, and iconic landmarks in two of England’s most vibrant cities. Begin in Liverpool, exploring The Beatles Story, the historic Albert Dock, and the stunning Liverpool Cathedral. Dive into the city’s rich heritage at the Museum of Liverpool before heading to Manchester. Discover Manchester’s industrial and cultural past at Albert Square and the magnificent Town Hall. Football fans will love the National Football Museum, celebrating England’s favorite sport. With scenic waterfront views, legendary music history, and striking architecture, this tour provides a diverse and immersive experience. A seamless journey from Birmingham, it’s the perfect way to explore two legendary cities in just one day.

Get your Hoo Zoo and Dinosaur World tickets in advance to guarantee entry and enjoy a full day of fun for the whole family. Enjoy a close encounter with meerkats, lemurs, and more, marvel at life-like dinosaurs, run wild in the children’s play areas, and learn more about the zoo’s conservation aims at this family-run animal park in Telford.

The Hole Escape Room is a fully immersive, state-of-the-art escape room experience, where you get to do the time without committing the crime! An adrenaline filled puzzle-based game set in a dark prison cell, known as The Hole. It’s guaranteed to test your wits as you work together to outsmart The Hole and escape, making your way to freedom. THE STORY You’re serving time behind bars, but have become tired of your sentence, you are clever, quick-witted and a notorious escape specialist. You have gained a reputation amongst Prison Officers for being difficult to detain, committing numerous escape attempts from your prison cell. Now the Governor has had enough. The transfer papers have been signed and you’re heading to the darkness; you’re heading to The Hole. The Hole is a specially designed prison cell, steel reinforced walls, electronic doors, and pitch black, The Hole is deemed inescapable. Once locked inside, escape is no longer an option.

Birmingham is a city of contrasts that reveals itself best through local stories. Discover it with a local guide on a private walking tour. This personalized tour allows you to discover the exterior of monuments, including museums, while learning about the city’s history and culture. Museum visits can be arranged upon request prior to the tour. Your guide contacts you in advance to shape the experience around your preferences, making this tour perfect for families, couples, and solo travelers.

Experience the best of Birmingham and save money with a combo ticket to Legoland and SEA LIFE Birmingham Aquarium

Beat the Birmingham traffic and explore local sights with ease by opting for this private guided walking tour. As you stroll past key city landmarks—such as Centenary Square, St. Philip’s Cathedral, and Birmingham Town Hall, a guide entertains you with stories about their history to enhance your understanding of the city and its many highlights.

Birmingham invented the industrial revolution, then had to reinvent itself — it's still not done. This app-led scavenger hunt takes you through central Birmingham on foot, using phone-based riddles to guide you from one landmark to the next. No guide, no fixed start time. • Follow clues to the Library of Birmingham, the Walk of Stars, and Birmingham Cathedral — three landmarks that span from Europe's largest public library to a 300-year-old Baroque church • Start whenever suits you and take all the time you need — no time limit, no pressure • Works brilliantly for families, friend groups, and city-curious travellers; photo challenges along Broad Street add a competitive edge Available in 24 languages including English, French, German, Spanish, Italian — see the full list when booking and choose yours when you start the game in the app. Around 2 hours - any group size. Britain's second city has been underselling itself for years — your phone is about to put that right.

It's here, it's Queer. It's Birminghams only Pride History Tour. Step back in time with us, as we’ll tell you the story of how Birmingham’s Gay Village came to be. It’s a fabulous tale…but one of exclusion, acceptance and uncertainty. Starting in 1969, just 2 years after the decriminalisation of homosexuality, we’ll start at the original Nightingale Club Site. We’ll take you on a 5km walk (2 hours) or run (1.5 hours) through the most influential venues and moments from our cities LGBTQ+ scene. Drawing on Pride History from around the World, we specifically look at Birmingham’s journey to becoming one of the UK's most thriving scenes. We’ll also spin around Smithfield’s, home of Birmingham Pride, before finishing our story with a look ahead to a future of increased uncertainty for the survival of the village itself. You’ll leave not only with a sense of pride in our glorious gay village, but you’ll know what jugs, rhinos and foxes have got to do with it all!

Eliminate time wasted in long taxi lines and get out of Birmingham Airport quicker with this private transfer service. Conveniently, the trip includes meet and greet in the airport arrivals area, so you can easily find your driver holding a name board. After that, get help with your luggage, and head straight to the vehicle for a stress-free one-way transfer to the center of Birmingham.

This tour offers a seamless and enriching exploration of Birmingham’s cultural and historical gems in a short time. Start with the Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, home to exquisite Pre-Raphaelite art and industrial history. Stroll through Victoria Square, admiring the architectural grandeur of the Town Hall and public art. Enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant, either contemporary or traditional. Afterward, explore the scenic Gas Street Basin and learn about Birmingham’s vital canal system during the Industrial Revolution. With an expert guide and comfortable transportation, this tour provides a perfect introduction to Birmingham’s heritage and beauty, all while offering personalized convenience and a relaxing experience.

Have the freedom to explore Birmingham your way—and see only the sights that interest you most—with this private, self-led smartphone scavenger hunt tour. Upon arriving in Birmingham, download the app and set off at a time that works best for you. As you explore and learn about the city’s key sights, you’ll also discover the hidden attractions many visitors overlook—and will participate in fun-filled games and challenges as you explore.

Discover the multicultural city of Birmingham at your own pace during a self-guided treasure hunt that reveals the rich history of the midlands city. Listen to engaging stories and facts that you won’t find in the guide book, and spot things that even locals miss—all you need is your smartphone.

We step inside one of Birmingham’s most important Victorian buildings on this guided tour of the Birmingham's Council House. Discover how the city has been run for over 140 years as your guide brings its architecture, people and municipal government to life. The tour gives rare access to key rooms, including the Council Chamber, this tour offers a clear and engaging insight into Birmingham’s civic past and present. Highlights 1½-hour guided tour of the Birmingham Council House. Visit the Council Chamber and selected historic rooms. Learn how local government has shaped the city, then and now.

See Birmingham through the eyes of a local writer and photographer on an art-focused walking tour, designed to pique your curiosities at every turn. You’ll discover the art and architecture that abounds in England’s second city, and hear fun facts about the city as you walk. Just remember to bring your own earphones to catch all the commentary.

The industrial city with a dark and grimy past, discover Birmingham's secrets and skeletons on this 1.5 hour private tour. Uncover the public hangings, the ghost of Henry Skinner, the gangs that ruled Birmingham and much more. This special tour will bring our grimy past into light as you discover a unique side to our iconic city. Walk in the footsteps of murderers, ghosts & executioners; some centuries ago, some decades ago, and some still happening in the city today (ok, maybe not the executioners…). You never know what or who you might encounter! Tour highlights: Infamous gangs of Birmingham The ghost of Henry Skinner Town Hall riots …& much more!

Join an exciting 60-minute walking journey through Birmingham. Learn all the key facts about the city, dive into the local lifestyle, and feel its unique culture. From Birmingham Cathedral to Brindleyplace, get to discover the city's most defining landmarks. Your Local will also share insider tips on the best cafes, restaurants, and lively bars in Birmingham to ensure you get the most out of your stay. • See Birmingham through a local's eyes, uncovering the city's true essence. • Discover Birmingham's striking architecture and vibrant cultural districts. • Get top local tips on the best bars, cafes, and restaurants to visit. • Maximize your time, discovering more of Birmingham in less time. • Enjoy the intimacy of a small group, with a maximum of 8 travellers.