Why Birmingham is THE place to visit for a city break

May 3, 2011 - PRLog -- You’ve been to London for a shopping break, Paris for a romantic getaway and Dublin for a long weekend - where do you go next for a city break? Bet Birmingham wasn’t the first destination to spring to mind. Never thought of Birmingham as a city break destination? Then think again, this cosmopolitan metropolis is the must visit city for a short break and here’s why.

Canals
Did you know that Birmingham is home to miles more canals than Venice? These historic waterways offer one of the most attractive areas to enjoy the city. The Gas Street Basin is the heart of the city’s canal network and offers much to explore including the Ikon Gallery, shops and eateries of The Mailbox and restored towpaths which provide the perfect spot for an afternoon stroll. Taking a canal cruise allows you to see Birmingham from a different angle. You can see Birmingham’s transforming architecture and get a great insight into the city’s heritage.  

City Centre
Birmingham city centre is jam-packed with offerings for a city break. You can indulge on fabulous shopping at the Bullring, fine dining of the Balti Triangle and fun nightlife on Broad Street.  Enjoy cocktails, leather sofas and a great film at the oldest working cinema in the UK – The Electric Cinema or wonder at the natural marvels of the Botanical Gardens.

Tours
There are plenty of opportunities to do something different in Birmingham. Gaze at the stars of the Planetarium at Thinktank, wander aimlessly around the beautiful Winterbourne Garden, see where JRR Tolkein got his inspiration for Middle Earth on the Tolkein Trail or venture on a guided tour of the famous Jewellery Quarter, stopping along the way to treat yourself to something pretty. With all this and more, Birmingham certainly has something for everyone.

Entertainment
Birmingham offers a wealth of entertainment options whether you are a music lover, theatre goer or sports fanatic. Go to a gig at the O2 Academy, a concert at the NIA, a musical at the Alexandra Theatre or a game at Villa Park or St Andrews. You will be spoilt for choice for things to do and may find a short break isn’t enough to do all you want to.

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