Flights to Birmingham

Thanks to the city's rich heritage a lot of the cuisine in the city has amazing international flavours. The dish is so popular in Birmingham that Balti Houses have become a part of local life. A Balti is a type of curry that is famous thanks to the large steel or iron dish that is traditionally used to cook the food in. To experience a real Birmingham Balti, make sure you head to Balti Triangle. Three streets that are littered with Balti Houses, Ladypool Road, Stoney Lane and Stratford Road. Having a Birmingham Balti is a must to add to your Birmingham things to do list.

A lovely traditional dessert that originated nearby in Shrewsbury dating back to the 18th century, a cross between a cake and a biscuit. Usually, it includes dried fruit and some lemon zest for extra flavour. If you like shortbread you will love a Shrewsbury Cake.

The Birmingham Hippodrome is the home of the Birmingham Royal Ballet. The Hippodrome has seating for 1850 people. Throughout the year there are various performances of ballets and musicals. Once you have booked your flights, it's highly recommended to check the website and see what performances you could enjoy during your visit and pre book tickets in advance to secure your place.

Opened in 1885, this famous Birmingham landmark is a must see. Inside of the Birmingham Museum there are 40 permanent galleries and temporary exhibits, there are many different displays from fine arts, social history and ethnography. The museum is famous for having the world's largest collection of pre-Raphaelite paintings which they are extremely proud of and a popular exhibit for many to admire and much more. 

19 miles outside of Birmingham you will find the beautiful Warwick Castle, set in the heart of Shakespeare's England. The Castle is over 1100 years old and is set in a beautiful landscaped grounds that spans over 64 acres. Throughout the year the castle puts on spectacular shows and exhilarating experiences transporting you back to historical times with real life performances, describing ancient stories in an amazing way with real life special effects and awesome stunts. Why not take the time to explore the dungeons and become part of the interactive show! A day not to be missed! One of the most historic locations in Europe! A must to add to your Birmingham things to do list.

Birmingham Botanical Gardens is set in 15 acres of a beautiful landscaped greenery. The gardens boast 4 greenhouses all with their very own climate. The Tropical climate boasts a lily pool, Subtropical has Palms and orchids on display as well as the Mediterranean and arid climate that you can enjoy and discover. Outside the gardens are stunning and are an idyllic place to take a stroll. A must to add to your Birmingham things to do list if you enjoy nature.

Birmingham Wildlife Conservation Park is a fun day out for all of the family. The Park is home to many animals from across the world and endangered species, playing an important role in the conservation of these animals. Some of the more popular animals in the park include Lemurs, red pandas, meerkat, wallabies, otters and monkeys.

Cannon Hill Park has Green Flag status and is one of the nicest parks in Birmingham. The Park boasts a beautiful array of flowerbeds, a collection of amazing trees, lakes and pools. Within the park you will find a conservation area that Includes a woodland that spans 5 acres known as RSPB Centenary Plantation and a stunning wildflower meadow. There is ample opportunity to enjoy a walk or bike ride on one of the many walkways or cycle routes along the River Rea. For those that feel like something different why not make use of the tennis court, bowling or putting green. Children can enjoy the play areas and the boat hire on the lake during the summer. There are many idyllic picnic spots to enjoy an al fresco lunch making the park a perfect place to spend the day. A must to add to your Birmingham to do list if the weather is dry.