Located in the heart of the city center, this museum is a chronicle of the city's jewelry-making heritage. You'll observe the skilled craftsmen at work in Smith & Pepper's jewelry factory, which closed in 1981 precisely as it was - a time capsule of jewelry from that period.
Estimated Duration: 90 minutes
11:00AM: Birmingham Back to Backs
This living museum takes you on a journey through time to experience the lifestyles of the working Birmingham people in the 19th century. Four houses with tight alleys and rooftops are included in this heritage building.
Estimated Duration: 90 minutes
Estimated Distance from Museum of the Jewellery Quarter: 2.1 miles
1:30PM: The Botanical Gardens
With over 7,000 plants from around the world, the gardens are delightful for everyone else who has a penchant for nature. You can choose to pack your lunch and have a picnic on the grounds, or you can visit the Terrace Tea Room for a cup of tea and delicious snacks.
Estimated Duration: 2 hours
Estimated Distance from Birmingham Back to Backs: 2.6 miles
4:00PM: Cadbury World
Discover the chocolate and production heritage at this interactive museum and fun park. Learn about the background of the company, as well as the manufacturing and distribution of the product. You can also make your chocolate bar under the supervision of Chocolatier.
Estimated Duration: 2 hours
Estimated Distance from the Botanical Gardens: 5.5 miles
Time and Costs Estimates
Museum of the Jewellery Quarter (90 minutes, £7.00)
Birmingham Back to Backs (90 minutes, £10.00)
The Botanical Gardens (2 hours, £7.50)
Cadbury World (2 hours, £18.50)
Total Estimated Costs (£43.00)
Useful Tips
If you have more time, you can add a few more museums, such as the Barber Institute of Fine Arts, the Birmingham Museum, and Art Gallery. If you have less time, you can remove the Botanical Gardens, but it is a magnificent spot to rest and recharge in the middle of the day.