Discover Birmingham's city center like a local on this guided walking tour. Immerse yourself in the city's history as you see sights like St Philip’s Cathedral, Symphony Hall, and Victoria Square.

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Live tour guide: English

Highlights

Feel like a locals as your guide shares their passion for Birmingham with you
Stop at key sights like St Philip’s Cathedral in the heart of Cathedral Square
Listen as your guide tells you about the development of this industrious city
Immerse yourself in local culture as your tells you about contemporary life
Take a stroll down Broad Street and admire Centenary and Victoria Square

Full description

Find out how Birmingham grew from a small market town to the second largest city in the country on this guided walking tour of the city center. Gain authentic insights into modern life in the city and explore some hidden gems along the way.

Meet your guide amid the lush greenery in Cathedral Square where you can admire the English Baroque architecture of St Philip’s Cathedral. Continue down Broad Street which is popular for it's vibrant nightlife.

Listen as your guide tells you about Birmingham’s boom during the industrial revolution. Hear the story of its iconic canals and about how it is the home of Cadbury chocolate.

Make your way to Centenary Square where you can admire the fountains. Stoll past the modern Symphony Hall and head to Victoria Square in the center of the city. View the Town Hall and the Council House. Finish your tour at the 19th-century Ikon Gallery.

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1.5-hour walking tour
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Meeting point

Please meet your guide by the flag pole in Cathedral Square. Your guide will be wearing an orange jacket or lanyard.

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Comfortable shoes

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This tour takes place rain or shine

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4.6 /5

based on 7 reviews

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As a first time visitor to Birmingham this tour, led by Arthur, was an excellent introduction to the city. Hearing about the history set the scene followed by seeing, and hearing about, the fascinating sights all around the city. Arthur was an excellent guide sharing his enthusiasm about the city in a lively, informative and interesting way. A great introduction to our weekend in Birmingham.

June 12, 2022

We had a great tour around Birmingham. Lots of background information, fun and facts. Great tour guide. Would highly recommend to take this tour and get to know a bit about Birmingham.

June 4, 2022

I do a lot of city walking tours when I travel, but this one was just ok. Maybe it was the city itself, but I didn't love it unfortunately

May 31, 2022

Birmingham: Guided City Center Walking Tour

Birmingham: Guided City Center Walking Tour

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