What to do and see in Birmingham, England: The Best Things to do Adventurous

October 16, 2021 Velvet Champine

The geographical heart of England, Birmingham started life as a sixth- century Anglo-Saxon village. Today, much of this city of over a million dates back to post-WWII redevelopment in the 1950s and 60s. Cutting edge museums and galleries, innovative theaters and excellent shopping have contributed to Birmingham's appeal as a weekend break destination. Don't miss the hopping bars and cafes of Gas Street Basin or the fascinating creatures at the National Sea Life Centre.
Restaurants in Birmingham

1. Birmingham Back to Backs

50 - 54 Inge St / 55 - 63 Hurst St, Birmingham B5 4TE England +44 121 666 7671 [email protected] http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/birmingham-back-to-backs/
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5.0 based on 3,664 reviews

Birmingham Back to Backs

Reviewed By lesh244 - Birmingham, United Kingdom

Finally got around to booking (essential) in for the tour and was not disappointed, the rooms are so small that only a few people can be accommodated on each tour! Our guide was well informed and gave a very humourous guided tour During the 90 minute tour there are lots of narrow doorways and steep stairs, both up and down, to negotiate so you do need to be able bodied You are introduced to the ever changing history of the properties and its occupants with fascinating description of their lives and businesses There are lots of objects to see and handle to help you get a fuller picture of life in the back to back housing of the times There is a small museum to view and a visit to the sweet shop on the corner is an absolute must Please make sure to book so as not to be dissapointed when you are turned away, as all tours are fully booked, if you turn up on spec!

2. Flatout Factory

1 Adderley Road South Birmingham Wheels Park, Birmingham B8 1AD England +44 7964 322265 [email protected] http://www.flatoutfactory.com
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Flatout Factory

The Flatout Factory drift team runs a drift academy based in Birmingham Wheels Park. Here you can come down and take an exciting passenger ride around the track with a professional drift driver in a competition drift car or even book lessons to learn yourself!!

Reviewed By J_H1905 - Worcester, United Kingdom

As a Christmas present, my brother and I were given a voucher for the Pro-drift academy 3hr taster session. What great fun! The staff were very friendly, knowledgeable and professional. Driving time in the cars was just about right for the session and facilities good. Would recommend to anyone interested in a taster for motorsport or group activities.

3. Redpoint Birmingham Climbing Centre

77 Cecil Street, Birmingham B19 3ST England +44 121 359 1777 [email protected] http://www.redpointbirmingham.co.uk
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Redpoint Birmingham Climbing Centre

Whether you’re just starting out or you are already an experienced climber, Redpoint provides spectacular climbing in the heart of Birmingham. Our centre is dedicated to climbing and nothing else with over 300 routes spanning all grades and our new huge bouldering centre, RedBloc. With an abundance of shapes and angles, plus our notorious stalactites we offer unique three-dimensional climbing in a friendly atmosphere. We offer great lesson packages and gear hire at very reasonable prices to ensure that you have everything you need to get off the ground right here. Also on site is the legendary Rock On, the best speciality climbing shop in the country, primed to provide the right advice and the latest kit. We’ve even saved a little space for a Fairtrade cuppa and snacks with a comfy chill out area for resting those pumped forearms

4. Escape Live - Birmingham

Flat 18-24 Bismillah Building 14 Constitution Hill, Birmingham B19 3LY England +44 121 572 3131 [email protected] http://escapelive.co.uk/escape-games/birmingham
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Escape Live - Birmingham

Escape Live is Birmingham's premier live escape game for groups of 2-6 people. You have 60 minutes to complete a mountain of puzzles and mysteries. The aim is simple: get out... before it's too late.

Reviewed By Rsturbo1976

Just came back from this, first escape room that me and my party had done. Had great fun, staff very friendly and enthusiastic nice to see a old building being put to good use, big thanks to Liv very friendly bubbly character excellent all round, We shall return for time machine.

5. Brum Tours

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Brum Tours

With expert historian and raconteur Dr Carl Chinn overseeing our guides, you'll know that you will be in for an entertaining and informative ride on a BrumTour. All kinds of tours of Birmingham are available for you and your family - kids included - to get the most out of this fantastic city. Whatever it is you're interested in, you're sure to be able to find the tour that's right for you. From tours that fascinate such as the Jewellery Quarter tour to tours that keep you fit as well as informed such as the Broad Street Walking tour, BrumTours are in the process of creating the most comprehensive list of tours to showcase this amazing city that we're all so proud of. Watch this space to see the ever-growing list of tours that are being pulled together using Dr Carl Chinn's unparalleled knowledge of the city and its history. From history and literary tours to canal tours, you will be able to get under the skin of the city to see what makes it tick and what makes people talk.

6. Clue HQ - The Live Escape Game

Arches 20 and 21 Lionel Street, Birmingham B3 1AG England +44 333 335 0030 [email protected] http://cluehq.co.uk/birmingham
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Clue HQ - The Live Escape Game

Clue HQ Birmingham is a Escape Game/Entertainment Centre. We have 9 great live escape games to breakout from. Cell Block C, A-I-9, The Betrayal of Cluetankhamun, The Hellevator, Captain Riddle's Forgotten Fortune, The Legend of Miyalock: Forbidden Magic and Core: Reactor A,B &C, which are three identical games perfect for racing against another team! Each room has their own storyline which is explained to you on entry. After being locked in the room we put 60 minutes on the clock. You try to escape the room solving a set of puzzles, clues, finding keys as a team of up to 6 players. Will you get out in time?

Reviewed By Destination108207

Went to the escape rooms on a hen party. We split into 3 teams, two teams were successful one not but all said they really enjoyed it and would return. Have to give a special shout out to the staff who were really friendly and helpful, especially with clues!! Would definitely recommend it's great fun and that hour goes so quickly! Thanks ClueHQ we will return.

7. Grange Live Gaming

93-99 Holloway Head Bravo One, Birmingham B1 1QP England +44 121 643 2477 http://www.grangelivegaming.com/
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Grange Live Gaming

Reviewed By dougiew253

another visit to the grange for AIRSOFT (highly recommended) and yet again a fantastic time as everyone enjoyed there selves and a big thank you to TOM our Marshall as he made sure we all enjoyed our time there. Thanks TOM ????????????

8. Exciting Game

63 Great Hampton Street, Birmingham B18 6EW England +44 7377 140152 [email protected] http://birmingham.excitinggame.co.uk/
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Exciting Game

Boasting city centre location in the Jewellery Quarter, Exciting Game offer 3 live escape room options for those who want to test their logical thinking and teamwork skills. We have a good variety of rooms for all age groups. We can accommodate 18 people at the same time. We are 1 min away from the Jewellery Quarter station and 10 min away from Snow Hill.

Reviewed By groberts62 - Birmingham, United Kingdom

Had a Great Time...... Our Family of 3 Generations worked together on the clues, had a fun time altogether and how the Escape Room concept was put together was Excellent! We all agreed that we will definitely do another...... Would definitely recommend..... 10/10!

9. Steelhouse Lane Lock-up

Steelhouse Lane, Birmingham B4 6SE England http://WMPeelers.com
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Steelhouse Lane Lock-up

Reviewed By 166daveyb - Birmingham, United Kingdom

Visited the famous steelhouse lane police station/ lock up (first time visit) ! Found it very interesting with volunteers around to give us information on the various exhibits and what life was like for staff and residents. There were 3 floors to explore and try out the cells and find out more information about this historic place. Excellent well worth a visit

10. Matrix Virtual Reality

The Custard Factory Gibb Street The Custard Factory, Birmingham B9 4AT England +44 7706 256476 [email protected] http://www.matrixvirtualreality.co.uk
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Matrix Virtual Reality

Matrix Virtual Reality is Birmingham’s best virtual reality gaming arcade, located right in the heart of the city within Digbeth’s Custard Factory. Just a five-minute walk from the Bullring Shopping Centre, this exciting establishment is the perfect place to try virtual reality - you and your friends will have the chance to immerse yourself in new worlds using the HTC Vive with highest spec PCs.

Reviewed By Katarzynamay

Would highly recommend to everyone who seeks new experience, entertainment or advice from competent staff. Spent an amazing time (especially killing zombies:) Will definitely go few more times to prepare for zombie apocalypse!! I'm sure everyone can find something interesting guided by very friendly and helpful staff ???????? Many thanks to owner Kosta for making a rainy Sunday a fun Sunday instead ????

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