Top Rated Attractions in Birmingham

The Birmingham and Midland Institute is housed in a large, Victorian red brick building in the city center. It is a registered charity and hosts lectures on a variety of arts and science related topics. It also stages exhibitions and concerts. Membership is available but most attractions are open to non-members. A lively program of events has included many guest speakers ranging from Fay Weldon to Patrick Moore.

This square has transformed over the past decade from a grassy slope where office workers would picnic on a summer's afternoon to a pedestrian-friendly European plaza accessible all year. Birmingham's Town Hall and Council House are located on the square, but graded steps replace the slope and there's now a large fountain containing a sculpture known fondly by locals as the Floozie in the Jacuzzi. Stone lamps and statues of sphinxes adorn the grounds, as does a statue of Queen Victoria. Victoria Square has now become a popular meeting point and a relaxing place for people to watch.

Established in 1784, Birmingham Town Hall stands tall as a majestic structure where you can catch all the buzz around town. Built in the Roman Revival civic architecture, the building is a majestic regal sight. Several concerts, exhibitions, cultural events, festivals are held here and it is certainly the best place to get acquainted with the local music, art and culture.

The Electric is the oldest cinema house of Birmingham. This cinema has one screen for your viewing pleasure. Apart from good quality refreshments in the theater, the building houses a gallery and a resto-bar as well. Visit website for more details on the films and events taking place here.

The biggest and most prestigious comedy venue in town, the Glee Club makes for a highly entertaining evening out. If you like, you can combine curry and comedy on Thursday nights when the entry also includes a balti with rice and naan more than the normal admission price. Wednesdays are student nights, when you can get in with an NUS card and four-pint jugs. Most performers are well known on the comedy or music circuit, including the occasional star name such as Jack Dee, Johnny Vegas, James Blunt, and Supergrass. There are normally three acts per night. Be careful on if you're in a single-sex party of more than 13, everyone will have to pay some refundable good behavior bond.