Things to Do in Birmingham

If you’re looking for a good time, take a walk down Broad Street. An eclectic mix of pubs, clubs, bars, and restaurants line the street. So you’re sure to find something to suit you.

This massive complex in the center of Birmingham is a shopper’s paradise. With over 160 chic stores and trendy boutiques, it may be worth buying an extra suitcase, too!

Birmingham’s ‘Balti triangle’ allegedly gave birth to this curry dish. So, eat it like the English do: hotter than you’d like it, with a cold pint on the side to ease the pain.

The canals of Victorian Birmingham are coming back into fashion in a big way. Due to major regeneration efforts, areas like Brindley Place are now very pleasant places to sit and chill out.

Birmingham’s St. Paddy’s day festival increasingly matches Dublin’s and New York’s for size and energy. After cheering on the parade, you can join revelers in one of the many Irish pubs.