Top 15 Birmingham Tours

1.Entry ticket to Hoo Zoo and Dinosaur World in Telford

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 591 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $27Our pick

Spend about eight hours at Hoo Zoo and Dinosaur World, seeing more than 100 animal species, joining feeding talks, and meeting lemurs or wallabies when available. You can also book animal encounters led by keepers such as Natalie and Jody, though some activities cost extra.

“I came in with my nephew, we loved looking at the animals, we did however think that the ‘Feed the baby T-Rex’ activity was not suitable for younger children, it was very loud and overwhelming, it may be more suitable for children aged over 6, my 3 year old nephew found it very distressing”

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2.Cadbury World Entry Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★3.0 · 524 reviews · 3 hours (approx.)

Spend about three hours at Cadbury World in Birmingham, tracing cocoa from the Aztec Jungle to Cadbury’s chocolate story. Expect the Cadabra ride, 4D attractions, chocolate writing, free samples, and a large shop. It suits families best, though queues, busy sessions, and the price deserve thought.

“Complete waste of money and an awful experience. Tour wasn't very long, and only received 4 chocolate bars, 2 of which were included with the purchase of a £1.50 bag, so technically if you don't buy the bag you only get 2. I went with my little girl, £25 for me, £20 for her. Complete waste of money.”

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3.Birmingham Walking Tour: Canals, Victorians & Today (1:30pm)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 346 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $20

Walk central Birmingham with guides such as Jonathan and Michael, linking the canal network, Victorian civic buildings, public art, and modern developments. The two-hour route starts and ends at the Library of Birmingham, uses a live audio system when needed, and suits visitors seeking a lively city introduction.

“Great fun, really interesting, lots info given, guide was very charismatic and knowledgeable, adding to the experience”

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4.Discovering Birmingham 2 hour Walking Tour to the Jewellery Quarter

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 333 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $20

Walk from Centenary Square into Birmingham’s Jewellery Quarter with guides such as Jonathan Berg, Bernard, Ann, or Maria. Expect canal paths, Georgian buildings, cathedrals, city redevelopment, local stories, historic props, and an audio receiver that keeps the commentary clear.

“I really enjoyed this and learned a lot of interesting information we will definitely be doing this again”

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5.Birmingham Slogging Gangs Walking Tour with Edward Shelby

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 306 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $27

Spend two hours walking central Birmingham with a guide playing Edward Shelby, a fictional gang character who brings the real slogging gangs to life. Visit the Gunmakers Quarter, Chinatown, High Street, and a historic pub, while learning how crime, weapons, trade, and Birmingham’s past connect.

“How the guide was dressed. For us, the guide did more walking than talking. However, the peaky blinders was a subject that was difficult to tell a story about, hence, the snippets about other types of criminal gangs.”

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6.Birmingham City Centre Daily Walking Tour (10:30am & 2pm)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 265 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $19

Start at Birmingham Cathedral with a local English-speaking guide such as Dee, Phil, or Peter, then walk through civic squares, wartime memorials, Broad Street, and the canal quarter to Ikon Gallery. Expect a relaxed 90-minute introduction, small groups of up to 20, and plenty of outdoor sightseeing rather than interior visits.

“Great guide, he was very knowledgeable and was accommodating for our group. Would do this again as I am sure I missed some things.”

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7.SEA LIFE Birmingham Admission Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★3.0 · 218 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $26

Spend about two hours at Birmingham’s National SEA LIFE Centre, seeing more than 2,000 creatures, including sea otters Ozzy and Ola, Gentoo penguins, sharks, rays, and a giant green sea turtle. Your mobile ticket includes admission, and the venue is close to public transport.

“We liked the sea life centre but it hasn't changed much in decor for about 16 years. So when I went again I was shocked it hadn't been modernised. The fish and all the animals are amazing and the staff are very knowledgeable. Nice day out.”

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8.Fun, Flexible Treasure Hunt Around Birmingham with Cryptic Clues & Hidden Gems

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 167 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $20

Captain Bess leads your private group through Birmingham by phone, using maps, clues, and playful facts. Walk about 2½ miles from Birmingham School of Art to five city stops, including the Town Hall, Library, Jewellery Quarter, and St. Paul’s Church. Ask for hints whenever a clue stalls you.

“We spent a thoroughly enjoyable day exploring Birmingham while doing this treasure hunt. A great way to see the city and parts of it that we would otherwise have missed. This is about the 5th one of these types of hunts that we've done and there will be more! Highly recommended!”

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9.Skip the Line: House and Garden Admission Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 122 reviews · 1 to 4 hours (approx.) · from $14

Visit Winterbourne House and Garden near Birmingham for an Edwardian Arts and Crafts villa, a restored walled garden, rock garden, woodland paths, and plants from around the world. Allow 1 to 4 hours. Your mobile ticket includes admission, though a queue may still form.

“Surprised to find this near the heart of the city. Well worth the visit. Visited early March and will return throughout the year ahead.”

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10.Digbeth, Public Art & Peaky Film

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 91 reviews · 2 hours 15 minutes (approx.) · from $19

Walk from Birmingham’s Bullring into Digbeth with local author Jonathan Berg, learning how the city grew while spotting murals, graffiti and Peaky Blinders film backdrops. The two-hour-15-minute route includes St. Martin’s Church, the Custard Factory and central sights, with an audio receiver to keep commentary clear.

“Absolutely brilliant tour, really enjoyed it, very interesting , fantastic guide, great knowledge of the history of Birmingham”

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11.Birmingham Gangs Nighttime Historical Walking Tour with Pub Stops

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 53 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $34

Join a guide such as Edward for a three-hour Birmingham night walk linking gang history, canals, pubs, and Peaky Blinders fact versus fiction. You’ll visit two drinking spots, hear about alcohol’s effect on the city, see a gang-themed art installation, and meet a small group of up to 20 people. Drinks cost extra.

“What a great night. "Edward" was engaging in his Peaky Blinders role play and showed us some great pubs and sites we would never have found on our own. He pitched the tone to match the group's interests with just enough Peaky Blinders and other aspects of Birmingham's social history.”

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12.2.5-Hours Walking Tour of Birmingham into Black Heritage Madiba

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 49 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $19

Join Marcia or Gary for a small-group Black heritage walk from Soho House Museum into Handsworth. You’ll visit Matthew Boulton’s former home, Handsworth Park, local arts trails, and community landmarks while hearing stories of musicians, celebrities, migration, Mandela, and Birmingham’s changing neighborhoods.

“Learning about the reality of things we thought we knew and hearing an unbiased truth of past times was very interesting.Our guide Marcia was a really great guide. Her knowledge of the heritage around Handsworth is amazing. We would highly recommend this tour. It was raining when we were out and Marcia was really kind to us and made us a cup of tea at the centre when we got back so that we could dry out.”

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13.Birmingham Ghost Hunt: Haunted Self-Guide Tour & Quest

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 37 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $5Best value

Use the Questo app to guide your private group through Birmingham on a 90-minute ghost hunt. Solve story-based clues near Town Hall, Gas Street Basin, Bullring, The Mailbox, and the Hall of Memory. Play any time, at your own pace, with no physical guide and lifetime app access.

“This experience was a complete waste of our time. No where we went was aware of the tour the town hall was closed. Got too mail box nothing no one knew anything about this tour gave up”

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14.From Birmingham Stonehenge and Bath Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 33 reviews · 11 hours (approx.) · from $109

Travel from Birmingham to Stonehenge and Bath in about 11 hours by air-conditioned vehicle. Stonehenge admission may be included with your ticket option, while Bath is self-guided with free time for the Roman Baths, Bath Abbey, Pulteney Bridge, and Jane Austen Centre.

“The tour is well organized and our guide Olga was very friendly. Everything was on time and directions were clearly explained. Only problem we faced was the air conditioner. The temperature inside the van showed 33° C which was too hot for an already warm and sunny day.”

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15.Taste of Shrewsbury Food and Drink Tour with Guide

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 22 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $158

Join Gareth or Heather for a 3.5-hour mystery food tour through Shrewsbury. Visit five independent food and drink venues, meet local owners, sample sweet and savoury treats, and hear the town’s story as you walk. Groups are capped at 12.

“Highly recommend this tour featuring local businesses and producers. Our guide was friendly and very knowledgeable.”

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