Take Birmingham at your own pace with your own dedicated guide on a private tour.
See Birmingham through a true Brummie’s eyes on this 1.5-hour walking tour. Immerse yourself in the city's sights and sounds as you journey through centuries of our history, uncovering the truth of the city of a thousand trades.
During the tour, you’ll discover roots of Norman nobility to titans of the Industrial Revolution, charting Birmingham's path as a city of innovation to its place today as the UK’s second-largest city. See key historic sights like Birmingham Cathedral, Chamberlain Square and the canals, while uncovering the stories and people behind them. You’ll also gain real insight into life in Birm...
Highlights
1 hour and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
1 hour and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Local expert guide!
Meeting Points
Departure
Cathedral Square
Please meet the guide in Cathedral Square, beside the flagpole. The guide will be wearing a bright orange jacket!
Return
Ikon Gallery
The tour will finish outside the Ikon Gallery
Important Information
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Wheelchair accessible
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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An introduction to the tour by your local guide into Birmingham's history, in the shadow of Birmingham Cathedral
5 minutes
2
Birmingham Cathedral
Built during the industrial revolution, discover St Philip's Cathedral, one of the smallest cathedrals in Britain
5 minutes
3
Victoria Square
Take a step back into the 1800's and explore Victorian Birmingham at Victoria Square
5 minutes
4
Birmingham Town Hall
Built to symbolise the status of Birmingham's growth, marvel at the Town Hall. From Charles Dickens, to Emmeline Pankhurst and even the likes of Bob Dylan, The Rolling Stones and The Beatles - some of the world's most famous have walked through these doors!
10 minutes
5
Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery
See the beautiful Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery building and learn about the different artists to come from Birmingham
10 minutes
6
Chamberlain Square
Discover Birmingham's crucial role in both of the World Wars, and the sacrifices made by its people for the good of the country
5 minutes
7
Centenary Square
From old to new, discover our modern city, architecture and life in Birmingham today
5 minutes
8
Hall of Memory
See the Hall of Memory, memorialising those who have given their lives for Birmingham and Britain
5 minutes
9
Baskerville House
See Baskerville House and learn all about John Baskerville!
5 minutes
10
Broad Street
Our very own walk of fame!
5 minutes
11
Symphony Hall
Take a relaxing walk alongside one of Birmingham's iconic industrial canals
5 minutes
12
Ikon Gallery
Finish up where old and new are perfectly combined, and marvel at the Neo Gothic exterior of this contemporary art gallery
Take Birmingham at your own pace with your own dedicated guide on a private tour.
See Birmingham through a true Brummie’s eyes on this 1.5-hour walking tour. Immerse yourself in the city's sights and sounds as you journey through centuries of our history, uncovering the truth of the city of a thousand trades.
During the tour, you’ll discover roots of Norman nobility to titans of the Industrial Revolution, charting Birmingham's path as a city of innovation to its place today as the UK’s second-largest city. See key historic sights like Birmingham Cathedral, Chamberlain Square and the canals, while uncovering the stories and people behind them. You’ll also gain real insight into life in Birm...
Highlights
1 hour and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
1 hour and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Local expert guide!
Meeting Points
Departure
Cathedral Square
Please meet the guide in Cathedral Square, beside the flagpole. The guide will be wearing a bright orange jacket!
