Birmingham Tours: The 15 Best, Priced and Timed

1.Entry ticket to Hoo Zoo and Dinosaur World in Telford

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 591 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $27Our pick

Spend about eight hours at Hoo Zoo and Dinosaur World near Telford, with admission to over 100 animal species, 45 animatronic dinosaurs, feeding talks, and selected walk-through habitats. You can add paid encounters, but the standard ticket already gives families a full day of animals, play, and conservation learning.

“I came in with my nephew, we loved looking at the animals, we did however think that the ‘Feed the baby T-Rex’ activity was not suitable for younger children, it was very loud and overwhelming, it may be more suitable for children aged over 6, my 3 year old nephew found it very distressing”

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2.Cadbury World Entry Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★3.0 · 524 reviews · 3 hours (approx.)

Spend about three hours at Cadbury World in Birmingham, tracing cocoa from the Aztec Jungle to modern chocolate making. Expect the Cadabra ride, chocolate writing, 4D entertainment, family-friendly displays, and time in the shop and café. A mobile ticket and timed entry make planning simple, but busy sessions can affect the pace.

“Not worth money.Entry price is too much. Hardly 20 min .We can finish off. Not so good. No fun for adults”

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3.Birmingham Walking Tour: Canals, Victorians & Today (1:30pm)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 346 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $20

Start at the Library of Birmingham for a two-hour guided walk through Gas Street Basin, Brindleyplace, Victoria Square, the ICC, the Mailbox, and more. Guides such as Jonathan and Michael mix city history, personal stories, humor, and practical orientation. The tour uses a live audio system when needed and ends where it begins.

“Happy to recommend this walking tour. Busy and informative, great way to acquaint yourself with Birmingham City Centre on arrival. Jonathon is very experienced and knowledgeable, enjoys the walks and is engaging, he makes it good fun and we learnt alot about Birmingham! Thank you.”

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4.Discovering Birmingham 2 hour Walking Tour to the Jewellery Quarter

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 333 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $20

Join Jonathan Berg, Bernard, Ann, or Maria for a two-hour Birmingham walk from Centenary Square to the Jewellery Quarter and back. Expect canals, Georgian buildings, cathedral architecture, public squares, post-war planning, modern redevelopment, funny stories, and an audio receiver that keeps the guide clear in a group of up to 40.

“Good blend of information and story-telling. Jonathan’s clearly very knowledgeable on his subject matter and, linked with his enthusiasm, it was a pleasure listening to him.”

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5.Birmingham Slogging Gangs Walking Tour with Edward Shelby

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 306 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $27

Walk central Birmingham with character guide Edward Shelby, who brings the city’s real slogging gangs to life through stories, pub stops, police history, weapons, tea, and international crime. The two-hour English tour covers the Gunmakers Quarter, Chinatown, High Street, and other city sights. Expect plenty of walking, theatrical touches, and a group of up to 20 people.

“Edward is amazing, he took time for us and showes us all the interesting Spots. You will laugh and learn a lot.Everytime again!”

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6.Birmingham City Centre Daily Walking Tour (10:30am & 2pm)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 265 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $19

Start at Birmingham Cathedral and walk through Victorian squares, war memorials, industrial canals, Broad Street, and the Ikon Gallery. Guides such as Dee, Phil, Peter, Richard, and Carlos bring local stories and humor to this English-language tour. The easy pace suits first-time visitors, families, and anyone wanting a useful city overview before exploring alone.

“Great guide, he was very knowledgeable and was accommodating for our group. Would do this again as I am sure I missed some things.”

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7.SEA LIFE Birmingham Admission Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★3.0 · 218 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $26

Spend about two hours at the National SEA LIFE Centre Birmingham, home to more than 2,000 creatures, Gentoo penguins, sharks, rays, a giant green sea turtle, and the UK’s only sea otters, Ozzy and Ola. Your mobile ticket includes admission, and the centre sits near public transport.

“We liked the sea life centre but it hasn't changed much in decor for about 16 years. So when I went again I was shocked it hadn't been modernised. The fish and all the animals are amazing and the staff are very knowledgeable. Nice day out.”

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8.Fun, Flexible Treasure Hunt Around Birmingham with Cryptic Clues & Hidden Gems

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 167 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $20

Captain Bess leads your private group around Birmingham with maps, cryptic clues, directions, and fun facts. Starting at Birmingham School of Art, you visit Town Hall, Centenary Square, the Library of Birmingham, the Jewellery Quarter, and St. Paul’s Church before returning to the start. Use your phone, take breaks, and ask for hints when needed.

“We spent a thoroughly enjoyable day exploring Birmingham while doing this treasure hunt. A great way to see the city and parts of it that we would otherwise have missed. This is about the 5th one of these types of hunts that we've done and there will be more! Highly recommended!”

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9.Skip the Line: House and Garden Admission Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 122 reviews · 1 to 4 hours (approx.) · from $14

Spend 1 to 4 hours exploring Winterbourne House and Garden near Birmingham. You’ll see an Edwardian Arts and Crafts villa, a restored walled garden, themed borders, a rock garden, woodland paths, and plants from around the world. The mobile ticket is designed to save waiting time, though a short queue may still occur.

“Surprised to find this near the heart of the city. Well worth the visit. Visited early March and will return throughout the year ahead.”

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10.Digbeth, Public Art & Peaky Film

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 91 reviews · 2 hours 15 minutes (approx.) · from $19

Walk from the Bullring into Digbeth with local author Jonathan Berg, using a live audio receiver to hear his stories clearly. See Victorian and modern public art, the Custard Factory, atmospheric streets linked to the Peaky Blinders feature film, and Birmingham’s changing city centre. The two-hour-15-minute tour runs in English and usually returns to the Bullring.

“I booked on the Digbeth and Public Art tour and my guide was Jonathan. I really enjoyed the tour, Jonathan is very passionate and knowledgeable and the two hours flew by inmmersed in fascinating conversations with Jonathan. The part I enjoyed most was seeing the Street art murals in Digbeth, they were stunning and I would not have found these by myself. I highly recommend it if you enjoy Street art! Below some photos of the tour and even one of Jonathan!”

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11.Birmingham Gangs Nighttime Historical Walking Tour with Pub Stops

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 53 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $34

Join a guide such as Edward for a three-hour Birmingham night walk linking canal-side pubs, gang history, skinhead culture, and a Peaky Blinders art installation. The group can reach 20 people. Drinks cost extra, and the route ends at The Botanist by Gas Street Basin.

“My friend and I wanted something a bit different to do for a night out in Birmingham so we booked the Peaky Blinders Historical Walk - with pubs! I am so glad we did, Edward is a charming and very knowledgeable guy who gave us the history of the gangs in Birmingham along with other really interesting pieces of information about the city (in which I was born). It was also a great laugh as we had various stops along the way at different drinking venues. I would definitely recommend this if you have a couple of hours free.”

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12.2.5-Hours Walking Tour of Birmingham into Black Heritage Madiba

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 49 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $19

Join Marcia, Gary, or Garry for a guided walk from Soho House into Handsworth’s Black heritage. You’ll visit Handsworth Park, see local architecture and arts trails, hear about musicians and community leaders, and learn how Black, Irish, and Asian communities shaped Birmingham. The small group is capped at 12.

“Learning about the reality of things we thought we knew and hearing an unbiased truth of past times was very interesting.Our guide Marcia was a really great guide. Her knowledge of the heritage around Handsworth is amazing. We would highly recommend this tour. It was raining when we were out and Marcia was really kind to us and made us a cup of tea at the centre when we got back so that we could dry out.”

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13.Birmingham Ghost Hunt: Haunted Self-Guide Tour & Quest

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 37 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $5Best value

You guide yourself through Birmingham with the Questo app, solving story-based riddles at historic squares, canals, shopping areas, and war memorials. Allow about 90 minutes, though one game took longer for a player. It runs day or night, costs $5.98 per person, and is private to your group, with no physical guide.

“The canal walk and walking on water was enjoyable our favourite was the walking round the city and seeing different places”

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14.Taste of Shrewsbury Food and Drink Tour with Guide

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 22 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $158

Meet Gareth or Heather at Shrewsbury Abbey for a four-hour walking food tour through the town. You’ll visit five independent food and drink venues, tasting sweet, savoury, and liquid treats while learning about local businesses, ingredients, sustainability, and Shrewsbury’s past. The stops are kept secret until you arrive.

“We had a fantastic afternoon in Shrewsbury guided by Heather who was knowledgeable, friendly and fun. She gave us fascinating insights into some of the town's history and took us to some wonderful independent food and drink establishments. Wonderful for the mind and the taste buds. Thoroughly recommended!”

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15.Heathrow Airport to Birmingham private taxi transfers

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 20 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)

Travel privately from Heathrow Airport to your Birmingham hotel or address in about 1 hour 30 minutes. Your driver meets you at arrivals with a name board, tracks your flight, and adjusts pickup for delays. Vehicles suit groups up to eight, though the listed price is $405.06 for up to three people.

“Sergui was our driver. He was on time and very professional. I fully recommend this service. Very pleased.”

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