Top Things to do in West Midlands
Top Hotels in West Midlands
- 1. Park Regis Birmingham
- 2. Novotel Birmingham Airport Hotel
- 3. Clayton Hotel Birmingham
- 4. easyHotel Birmingham City Centre
- 5. Genting Hotel
- 6. Novotel Birmingham Centre Hotel
- 7. Travelodge Birmingham Central Bull Ring
- 8. Hilton Garden Inn Birmingham Airport
- 9. Telegraph Hotel
- 10. Arden Hotel and Leisure Club
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What to do and see in West Midlands, England: The Best Hidden Gems Things to do
Discover the best top things to do in West Midlands, United Kingdom including Birmingham Back to Backs, Banks's Park Brewery, The Coventry Music Museum, Wild Zoological Park, Aston Hall, Aston Manor Road Transport Museum, Coombe Abbey Park, Moseley Old Hall, Museum of the Jewellery Quarter, Walsall Leather Museum.
Restaurants in West Midlands
1. Birmingham Back to Backs
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 3,664 reviews
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. Banks's Park Brewery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 217 reviews
Step inside the famous Victorian park brewery in Wolverhampton - home to Banks's since 1875. Join us on a tour of the brewery, visit our extensive shop and finish with some samples of our delicious cask ales. (Booking essential)
Reviewed By jenniferb501
Afternoon tour round the brewery was fantastic, our tour guide Bob was full of fasinating history of the brewery, and we were lucky enough to sample a few beers, lovely gifts in the well stocked gift shop highly recomended but dont take my word for it go check it out????
3. The Coventry Music Museum
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 973 reviews
Our multi awatd winning museum celebrates music from Coventry and Warwickshire in all its forms. Not just 2-Tone. From Delia Derbyshire to King, from The Specials to The Enemy, Hazel O'Connor, The Primitives and even the famous John Lennon Yoko Ono visit to Coventry are all exhibited here. We are open 10 to 3.00 (last entry ar 2.30) on every Bank Holiday Monday BTW.
Reviewed By Quest783005
Well what a friendly informative bunch,, had a fantastic morning here this morning, loved the new car from the ghost town video and being able to have a picture Sat in it was a dream come true,, thanks Peter chambers and the luvly friendly volunteers , and I've a tip for you, have your breakfast when you get here at the two tone cafe just a couple of yards away, it was fantastic and the staff there were great too, and great value,, also visit the shops in the same ally, see suky in the memorabilia shop and snap up a bargain,, see you all agsin soon , Tomo
4. Wild Zoological Park
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 596 reviews
Wild Zoological Park is located at Halfpenny Green Vineyards in Bobbington. We aim to deliver a once in a lifetime, memorable, hands on experience to educate guests about animals. Animals from around the world can be found in each of our 5 themed lands. Reptiles Unleashed, Wild Australia, Amazon, Asia and Africa. Demonstrations and hands on experiences are available each day.
Reviewed By RichardC498 - Shrewsbury, United Kingdom
I have never seen such a spectacular display before at any Zoo. The wild flight bird display is a real highlight. It is so good to see such majestic and incredible birds flying free (bald eagle, Great Grey Owl, Milky Eagle Owl, barn owls, maribu stork, black Kites, Brahminy kite, white storks, pelicans, crowned cranes, white-backed vultures, turkey vulture, and a variety of macaws). It is the fourth time I have visited, I always leave wanting more and the display has been different each time. The conservation element comes across very strongly and Wild plays an important role in getting children to care about conservation and animals as well as taking part in breeding programs. I have a degree in Zoology and teach biology and this is the real deal. My four year old was blown away - again and loved walking amongst lemurs too. It isn’t a whole day thing - but it will full three hours nicely, more if you bring a picnic. Look forward to my next visit!
5. Aston Hall
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 634 reviews
Aston Hall is a magnificent seventeenth century red-brick mansion situated in a picturesque public park on the north side of Birmingham. It also boasts the title of being the first historic building to be opened as a public museum in 1858 by Queen Victoria. Built between 1618 and 1635 for Sir Thomas Holte and home to James Watt Junior from 1817-1848, Aston Hall is steeped in history. The last conventional Jacobean house erected in England, which today features fine 17th-century architectural detail including plasterwork, woodwork and chimneypieces. Now a grade I listed building, the hall is restored to its former Jacobean splendor and is hugely popular with visitors of all ages. Walk through the stunning interiors and see the home that received royalty, was besieged during the English Civil War and inspired an author. Enjoy peaceful, picturesque grounds and cakes, snacks, and hot drinks available in the dog friendly cafe.
Reviewed By katyh872 - Hopwas, United Kingdom
Our delightful host and guide, Ed, bought this fabulous house to life with his enchanting yet credible tales. This treasure sits in stark contrast to the deprivation that exists within yards of its gates; it is unique in its proximity to vast tracts of inner city terraced housing, factories, major arterial roads, main line rail services and a premier league football club. Yet it retains a humility and honesty in now acting as a showcase for the treasures of the Jacobean, Georgian and Victorian, all of which shaped the worthy contribution of Birmingham to society, religion and science As my grandparents lived almost next door I was familiar with the house and grounds but it had taken many many years for me to know the neighbours!! Highly recommended for the many visitors we will welcome to the Commonwealth Games in 2022.
6. Aston Manor Road Transport Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 77 reviews
This specialty museum features buses, trucks and tramcars of yesteryear in attractive settings, with lots of related artefacts and displays of transport history. Small shop with models and books.
Reviewed By Janit5954
We went to the open day on the 7/3/20,we had a 40min free ride in an old bus. Really took us back to our childhood, the kids loved it ????. The museum is a credit to the people that run it. Amazing fun, and such lovely volunteers thankyou so much. I would recommend to anyone.
7. Coombe Abbey Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,310 reviews
For a family day out, or a quiet little picnic in the open air, visit Coombe Abbey Park. It offers 500 acres of beautiful gardens, woodland, lakeside walks, and bird watching. Visitor Centre: Shop, Information Centre, Cafe, Toilets, Baby Changing Facilities, Discovery Centre, Education Rooms, Conference and Event Facilities, Disabled Access Park Facilities: Picnic/BBQ Areas, Play Areas (Climbing Forest and Playground), Formal Gardens, Fishery, Bide Hide and SSSI, Duck and Swan Feeding, Pond Dipping Platforms, Woodland Trails, Birthday Parties, Family Events and Activities throughout the year - see our website for more details. Coombe Abbey Park is also home to Go Ape! Parking charges apply from as little as £1 for a 1 hour stay to £5 all day (over 4 hours). Annual car park season tickets are also available and represent excellent value for money.
Reviewed By RJVN85 - Rugby, United Kingdom
We love coming to Coombe Abbey, it is for sure one of our favourite outdoor places in the area. We’ve been coming here for years since we moved to the area. Our kids love to scooter here, all of the pathways are flat & accessible. They also love to; generally run around & explore, climb trees, go digging in the loose soil, watch the bunnies & sheep at the fields at the back, feed the ducks/geese/swans/pigeons, play stick or pinecone races in the streams. There are two play areas, the first by the visitor centre is mainly aimed at younger children, so we tend to head to the one at the back of the park near the ‘top pool’ which has bigger equipment at it. In good weather, there are plenty of open spaces to sit on a blanket to have a picnic etc. You could also happily play games such as kicking a ball around, rounders, frisbee etc. If you’re wanting to spend a bit more money, the recently opened Go Ape climbing centre is good too, but I’ll review that separately. When the visitor centre is open, the shop is lovely with lots of different outdoor toys for kids to enjoy, alongside general gift items, all at reasonable prices too. They also have other units in there supporting local craftsmen too which is really good to be supporting small local business. The food at the cafe is also good, when it is open. Definitely recommend to anyone ????????
8. Moseley Old Hall
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 826 reviews
Moseley Old Hall is currently closed until 17 February, 2017.
Reviewed By kaym982
Visited today after recently joining National Trust, and had a lovely time had a guided tour around the house with Carl who was very knowledgeable and entertaining my husband and I thoroughly enjoyed it thank you
9. Museum of the Jewellery Quarter
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,229 reviews
Discover the skill of the jeweller's craft and enjoy a unique tour of an original jewellery factory, which traces the 200-year history of the ancient crafting skills that made Birmingham the centre of the British jewellery industry.
Reviewed By RobertAndrewBrown1 - Birmingham, United Kingdom
This wonderful museum, contained within a time warp is a favourite of ours. Highlighting the heritage that founded the Jewellery Quarter and one particular family that owned the business unless the day it closed. It was left exactly as visitirs see it. Astonishing.
10. Walsall Leather Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 603 reviews
Walsall Leather Museum is a welcoming and friendly attraction housed in a restored Victorian factory building. We offer a fascinating insight into the story of Walsall's famous leatherworking trade. There are regular guided ours and demonstrations of leather crafts, and lively programme of events and activities throughout the year, including changing exhibitions. Beautiful gardens planted with traditional tanning trees and shrubs. The museum has an excellent shop specialising in Walsall-made leathergoods.
Reviewed By KaTieLami - Wolverhampton, United Kingdom
Definitely worth a visit if you’re in the area. Really interesting little museum and gorgeous leatherwork throughout. Staff there were lovely and really helpful too - even offering to help my son make his own personalised leather key ring, which he loved. Beautiful, quality leather items in the gift shop too!
