Attractions
Barber Institute of Fine Arts
Praised by
The Observer as 'one of the finest small art
galleries in Europe', the vivid red walls of the enchanting Barber
Institute of Fine Arts are adorned with some of the most celebrated
art from the 13th to the 20th century. Browsing...
see full detailsBalti Triangle
Any visit to Birmingham is not complete without visiting the
city's curry capital and sampling its unique Balti fare.
Originating from the large Kashmiri population, the Balti dish was
officially discovered in 1976. The word balti means 'bucket' and
refers to the round-bottomed pan,...
see full detailsSelfridges Store
A Birmingham landmark, the Selfridges store at the Bullring
Market boasts a stylish design proving that contemporary
architecture can thrive outside trendy London. Designed by Future
Systems' architects, the knobbly silver façade was inspired
by Paco Rabanne's chain mail dresses. Constructed with concrete,
which was...
see full detailsBirmingham Museum and Art Gallery
Boasting the largest collection of Pre-Raphaelite paintings and
drawings in the world, the breathtaking works of Dante Gabriel
Rossetti and Edward Burne Jones can be found at the Birmingham
Museum and Art Gallery. The spectacular Waterhall gallery of modern
art is littered with impressionist...
see full detailsMuseum of the Jewellery Quarter
Take a journey back in time at the Museum of the Jewellery
Quarter. Housed in an original jewellery making factory dating from
the early 1900s, the enchanting family run firm of Smith and Pepper
provides a window into the ancient craft skills that...
see full detailsBullring Markets
Acknowledged as England's Best Outdoor market in 2008 by the
National Association of British Market Authorities, the Bullring
Open Market is renowned for its extensive range of fabrics and
fresh produce. The market took the illustrious prize on account of
its promotion of healthy...
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