Discover Birmingham’s past, present, and future on this two-hour walking tour starting at the Library of Birmingham. Explore canals, the city’s Georgian industrial pioneers, Victorian-era social and structural change, and today’s striking architecture. We reflect on the modern city’s diverse population and ongoing transformation. Tours are led by local experts including Jonathan Berg, author and photographer of Discovering Birmingham, and Michael Harrison, a specialist in 20th-century architecture. Each household receives a free copy of the book as a lasting memento. We also support Sifa Fireside, helping Birmingham’s homeless community.
Highlights
2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
We use a live audio system. Each guest is loaned a receiver to hear the guide who wears a radio transmitter. Guest bring their own earphones with a 3.5mm socket or we provide a new pair.
This tour may use an audio system - but not always.
Meeting Points
Departure
Library of Birmingham
We start and end at the main entrance of the Library of Birmingham in Centenary Square, B1 2EA
Return
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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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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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Discover Birmingham’s past, present, and future on this two-hour walking tour starting at the Library of Birmingham. Explore canals, the city’s Georgian industrial pioneers, Victorian-era social and structural change, and today’s striking architecture. We reflect on the modern city’s diverse population and ongoing transformation. Tours are led by local experts including Jonathan Berg, author and photographer of Discovering Birmingham, and Michael Harrison, a specialist in 20th-century architecture. Each household receives a free copy of the book as a lasting memento. We also support Sifa Fireside, helping Birmingham’s homeless community.
Highlights
2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
We use a live audio system. Each guest is loaned a receiver to hear the guide who wears a radio transmitter. Guest bring their own earphones with a 3.5mm socket or we provide a new pair.
This tour may use an audio system - but not always.
Meeting Points
Departure
Library of Birmingham
We start and end at the main entrance of the Library of Birmingham in Centenary Square, B1 2EA
Return
Itinerary
1
Library of Birmingham
We start and finish at this amazing new liibrary that is one of the major tourist attractions of Birmingham
10 minutes
2
International Convention Centre Birmingham
We look at Symphony Hall ad the ICC and it's role in the city.
10 minutes
3
Brindleyplace
We look at the history of Brindleyplace as well as the modern day.
10 minutes
4
Gas Street Basin
We consider the coming of the canals and look at this amazingly atmospheric centre of the Country's canal network.
15 minutes
5
Victoria Square
We consider public art and also the development of Birmingham during the Victorian period. We look at the developments in the up to date city
10 minutes
6
Chamberlain Square
We look at the way Birmingham is moving into the future.
10 minutes
7
Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery
We pass the entrance and see the amazing 1880s design of the double portico.
2 minutes
8
The Mailbox
We see the conversion of the former post office sorting office into a mixed use development which includes the Birmingham headquarters of the BBC.
5 minutes
9
The Cube
The cube is major development at the back part of the Mailbox development. Views from the upper floors are among the best in the city.
1 minute
10
Ikon Gallery
The Ikon Gallery was originally built as a school and is one of over forty built by the architects Martin & Chamberlain.
11
Hall of Memory
Art Deco style memorial built originally in 1925 to remember the fallen of the First World War but now includes WW II and more recent conflicts. Houses some fantastic art deco features including William Bloye tablets.
5 minutes
12
ICC Mall
The main route from Centenary Square to the canalside.
10 minutes
13
Birmingham Town Hall
The oldest building in Victoria Square dating from 1834.
