Booking fee
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* This tour requires at least one of the following per booking: Adult, Senior
Find out more about Birmingham with a walking tour starting and ending at the Library of Birmingham in Centenary Square. We look at the canals, Birmingham’s industrial Georgian pioneers our Victorian heritage and the more recent architecture all around us. Current redevelopments taking place right in front of our eyes are explained and the directions that the city is taking into the future considered. The tour is based loosely on the book Positively Birmingham, currently available at the special price of £12 in the Library shop (normally £20) at tour end.
Starting and ending at the Library of Birmingham in Centenary Square this 2 hour walking tour gives a great introduction to the city and is of interest to local people and visitors alike. We support the charity Sifa Fireside who work on acute and longer term homeless issues in Birmingham, with at least 10% of all ticket sales going to their work and donations are clearly stated on our website.
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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.
Departure Point
Centenary Sq, Broad St, Birmingham B1 2EA, Verenigd Koninkrijk
We start and end at the main entrance of the Library of Birmingham in Centenary Square, B1 2EA
Return Details
Centenary Sq, Broad St, Birmingham B1 2EA, Verenigd Koninkrijk
We start and end at the main entrance of the Library of Birmingham in Centenary Square, B1 2EA
Library of Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom We start and finish at this amazing new liibrary that is one of the major tourist attractions of Birmingham 10 minutes
International Convention Centre Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom We look at Symphony Hall ad the ICC and it's role in the city. 10 minutes
Brindleyplace, Birmingham, United Kingdom We look at the history of Brindleyplace as well as the modern day. 10 minutes
Gas Street Basin, Birmingham, United Kingdom We consider the coming of the canals and look at this amazingly atmospheric centre of the Country's canal network. 15 minutes
Victoria Square, Birmingham, United Kingdom 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
Chamberlain Square, Birmingham, United Kingdom We look at the way Birmingham is moving into the future. 10 minutes
Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham, United Kingdom We pass the entrance and see the amazing 1880s design of the double portico. 2 minutes
The Mailbox, Birmingham, United Kingdom 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
The Cube, Birmingham, United Kingdom 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 minutes
Ikon Gallery, Birmingham, United Kingdom The Ikon Gallery was originally built as a school and is one of over forty built by the architects Martin & Chamberlain.
Hall of Memory, Birmingham, United Kingdom 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
ICC Mall, Birmingham, United Kingdom The main route from Centenary Square to the canalside. 10 minutes
Town Hall Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom The oldest building in Victoria Square dating from 1834. 5 minutes
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Our route can be accessible for wheelchairs but we do need to modify the route and would appreciate an email from you if you intend to bring a wheelchair. Our Access Policy is clearly stated on the Positively Birmingham Walking Tours website.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
loris_bsk
26 Mar 2024
Jonathan is a very good guide, passionate, and very knowledgeable. I was a bit worried about understanding everything, but in the end, it was not a problem.
Duncan B
24 Mar 2024
Great tour. Jonathan was energetic, knowledgable, and funny. Sound system worked very well for a tour of 18 people. Nice walking tour on a brisk day.
travelmommynyc
23 Mar 2024
Johnathan was a fantastic tour guide. Very knowledgeable and fun. Tour hit great highlights of Birmingham. Would definitely recommend.
This tour in
West Midlands
is organized by
Positively Birmingham Walking Tours
We always double-check the availability with our local partners for each booking. Even though this is usually a swift process, it can take up to 24 hours. Once this process is completed you will receive your voucher or ticket by email. If our local partner is not able to confirm your booking we will offer you the best possible alternative. If the new date and/or time doesn’t fit your itinerary, we will reimburse the full amount paid.
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