Places to Visit in the West Midlands
These are all within easy distance of Birmingham via public transport.

Artifex
3,000 sq. ft. of gallery space displays some of the finest pieces of contemporary furniture, glass, jewellery, metalwork and ceramics being made today, with an emphasis on innovative, high quality work.
Aston Hall
Aston Hall was built by Sir Thomas Holte in 1618. One of England's great country houses.
Aston Transport Museum
A wide range of commercial vehicles on show so if you are interested in transport, particularly buses, then this is the place to come.
Barber Institute
The Barber Institute of Fine Arts contains one of the finest small collections of European art in the UK.
Bantock House
Bantock House, a Grade II listed building, re-opened in May 1999 following a major refurbishment, funded largely by the Heritage Lottery Fund.
Birchills Canal Museum
Small museum about life on Walsall's canals, housed in a former Boaters' Mission next to the top lock of an 8- lock flight on the Walsall Canal.
Black Country Museum
Established in 1975, the Black Country Museum is a wonderful collection of history and heritage from the Black Country region.
Blakesley Hall
Built in 1590 for Richard Smallbroke, Birmingham business man and gentleman farmer, the house is furnished to reflect the lifestyle of a wealthy family of the late Tudor and Stuart period of English history.
Botanical Gardens
The Birmingham Botanical Gardens were opened in 1832. They were designed by J. C. Loudon, a leading garden planner, horticultural journalist and publisher.
Cadbury World
Cadbury World opened on 14th August 1990 and remains the only purpose built visitor centre in the UK devoted entirely to chocolate.
Council House
Standing near the Town Hall, the Council House is a magnificent piece of architecture and a central feature of Birmingham City.
Discovery Centre (Jewellery Quarter)
Located in Vyse Street this is a real live working jewellery factory.
Discovery - Millenium Centre
Millennium Point will be an exciting new centre in Birmingham - a celebration of the region's innovative skills and a focus for the understanding and application of technology in the new millennium - a place for the whole world to enjoy.
Dudley Zoo
There’s something for everyone at Dudley Zoo & Castle . . .animals aplenty, an ancient monument – and we’re big on conservation too!
Hagley Hall
George, first Lord of Lyttleton and descendant of a long established Worcestershire family, commissioned in 1756 the creation of the last great Palladian mansion in England, Hagley Hall, its design destined to impress by size, perfect proportions and exotic Rococo decoration.
Ghosts and Graveyard Walks
Would you like to hear about the dark side of Birmingham's history, to hear about the ghosts of Birmingham's past - or should that be 'passed-on'.
Ikon Gallery
The Ikon Gallery is a well known art gallery for new art. Exhibitions from the UK and further afield.
International Convention Centre Sophisticated and versatile...The International Convention Centre is one of Europe's leading conference facilities.
Mailbox
Birmingham's newest shopping arcade opened just before Christmas 2000.
Museum and Art Gallery
The Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery situated in Chamberlain Square is an appropriate setting for some of the world's finest examples of Pre-Raphaelite art.
National Exhibition Centre (NEC)
Now 25 years old the NEC is the largest exhbition centre in Europe. It was opened in 1976 by HM The Queen and the first exhbition was the Spring Fair.
National Indoor Arena (NIA)
The NEC Arena is used for concerts and conferences and can house 12,600 people.
Perrot's Folly
The tower or folly is not actually one hundred feet tall. It is in fact 94 feet high and offers panoramic views of leafy Edgbaston and the surrounding area from its top.
National Sea Life Centre
Situated at Brindley Place this is an underwater wonderland. Collections of sealife from around the globe.
Sarehole Mill
Sarehole Mill was built in 1765 on the site of Biddle's Mill, which dated back to 1540.
Selly Manor
Selly Manor is one of Birmingham's oldest buildings. It used to stand in Bournbrook Road.
Soho House
Soho House is an important and historic building. Home of Matthew Boulton one of the great pioneers of the Industrial Revolution.
Star City
Europe's largest cinema complex right here in Birmingham. Warner Village.
Town Hall
Designed by architect Joseph Hanson but based on Palladio's Books of architecture the Birmingham Town Hall is an impressive building.
Transport Museum
Web site of the Birmingham and Midland Museum of Transport, which is the regional transport museum for Birmingham and the Midlands.
Vintage Trains (Birmingham Railway)
Vintage Trains is the operating company for the collection of steam locomotives kept at Tyseley Locomotive Works under the guardianship of the Birmingham Railway Museum Trust.
Walsall Art Gallery
The New Art Gallery Walsall opened on 16th February 2000 in the heart of Walsall town centre. A unique civic building for Walsall, the gallery is also a rare example of a brand-new building for the millennial arts and has been hailed as one of the most exciting new art galleries to be built in the UK in the last 20 years.
Walsall Abortetum
Just a short walk from the town centre, the Arboretum contains over 80 acres of parks, lakes and gardens, and 200 different varieties of trees and shrubs.
Walsall Leather Museum
In our atmospheric workshops you can watch skilled leatherworkers in the process of making leathergoods such as wallets and purse - and perhaps have a go yourself!
West Midlands Safari Park
Welcome to our Virtual Reserve, from here you can explorer some of the fascinating wildlife we have at the park.

Recommended Days Out - Regional
Most of these attractions are within reasonable distance of Birmingham for a day out.

Alton Towers
One of Britain's main tourist attractions. Alton Towers has beautiful landscaped gardens and is a massive adventure park.
Avoncroft Museum
Fascinating collection of buildings spanning 600 years of history.
Baddesley Clinton
Dating back to the 15th century, a medieval manor house with magical gardens and a moat thrown in for good luck.
British Motor Heritage
The Heritage Motor Centre is home to the British Motor Industry Heritage Trust, which maintaines the largest collection of historic British cars in the world.
Coughton Court
The historic house and home of the Throckmorton family since 1409.
Coventry Cathedral
A unique symbol of peace and reconciliation. Discover its story in the 'Spirit of Coventry' visitor centre.
Donington Park
Fast action at this Grand Prix racing circuit. Cars and motorcycle racing.
Drayton Manor Park
Over 100 rides and attractions set in 250 acres of parkland.
Hanbury Hall
A fine red brick house in the style of Wren, built in 1701 and little altered. One of its outstanding features is the painted ceilings and the staircase by Sir James Thornhill, famous for his masterpiece, the painted Hall at Greenwich.
Halfpenny Green Vineyards
Halfpenny Green Vineyards has 21 acres of Red and White in full production. Definately worth a day out when the weather is nice.
Hatton Country World
Hatton Farm Park is home to a host of animals plus a Pets Corner, Nature Trail, Farming and Falconry Demonstrations and lots of new family games and attractions.
Ironbridge Gorge Museums
Museums and monuments celebrating the Industrial Revolution.
Moseley Old Hall
An Elizabethan house, altered in the 19th century and famous for its association with Charles II, who hid here after the Battle of Worcester (1651).
National Motorcycle Museum
A huge collection of over 700 British made motorcycles from 1898 onwards.
Packwood House
Donated to the National Trust in 1941, the house has a breathtaking topiary garden and Great Hall.
Ragley Hall
Palladian House with gardens, a lake, adventure playground and picnic area.
RAF Museum
There are more than 80 aircraft of British, American, German and Japanese design. Severn Valley Railway
Britain's largest collection of steam engines and vintage coaches. The railway line runs from Kidderminster to Bridgnorth.
Samuel Johnson Museum
Samuel Johnson, one of the most famous figures of the 18th century, was born in the city on the 18th September 1709.
Shakespeare Houses
The Shakespeare Birthplace Trust came into existence after the purchase of Shakespeare’s Birthplace in 1847 in order to preserve it as a national monument.
Twycross Zoo
Situated near the small village of Twycross, the zoo occupies over 40 acres and is set in open countryside.
Warwick Castle
Warwick Castle is an impressive and majestic building with towers and ramparts and a history going back a 1000 years.
Weston Park
Visit Weston Park, set in the spectacular Staffordshire/Shropshire countryside. You will be captivated by the beauty of this exquisite Seventeenth Century House and the splendour of the 1,000 acre Parkland in which it rests.
Wightwick Manor
One of only a few surviving examples of a house built and furnished under the influence of the Arts and Crafts Movement. The many original William Morris wallpapers and fabrics, Pre-Raphaelite paintings, Kempe glass and de Morgan ware help conjure up the spirit of the time. An attractive garden reflects the style and character of the house

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