10-Day Birmingham Itinerary: A Perfect Blend of Culture and Adventure

  1. Day 1: Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery
    15 minutes (0.6 miles) from Birmingham New Street Station

    Explore over 40 galleries of art, from Renaissance masterpieces to modern-day installations.

  2. Day 2: Cadbury World
    25 minutes (3.4 miles) from the museum

    Indulge in the sweet history of chocolate making with interactive exhibits, tastings, and 4D multi-sensory cinema.

  3. Day 3: Symphony Hall
    10 minutes (1 mile) from Cadbury World

    Experience world-class music performances in a beautiful setting, home to the City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra.

  4. Day 4: Birmingham Botanical Gardens
    20 minutes (2.9 miles) from Symphony Hall

    Stroll through 15 acres of gardens, glasshouses, and tropical rainforests, featuring exotic plants and animals.

  5. Day 5: Jewellery Quarter
    15 minutes (2 miles) from the gardens

    Discover the art and craft of jewelry-making, visit independent shops, galleries, and cafes in the historic district of Birmingham.

  6. Day 6: National Motorcycle Museum
    30 minutes (8.3 miles) from the quarter

    Rev up your engine with a collection of over 1000 motorbikes, from vintage models to modern classics.

  7. Day 7: Stratford-upon-Avon
    1 hour (27 miles) from the museum

    Explore the birthplace of William Shakespeare, with historic buildings, gardens, and performances by the Royal Shakespeare Company.

  8. Day 8: Black Country Living Museum
    30 minutes (12.1 miles) from Birmingham New Street Station

    Travel through time with reconstructed buildings, interactive exhibits, and costumed characters, showcasing the industrial heritage of the Black Country.

  9. Day 9: Library of Birmingham
    20 minutes (8 miles) from the museum

    Get lost in books, archives, and exhibitions in the largest regional library in Europe, featuring a rooftop terrace with stunning city views.

  10. Day 10: The Custard Factory
    15 minutes (2.1 miles) from the Library

    Shop, dine, and be entertained in a creative hub of independent businesses, art galleries, and events.

Time and Cost Estimates

  • Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery (2-3 hours, free)
  • Cadbury World (3-4 hours, adult £18.50, child £13.50)
  • Symphony Hall (1-3 hours, ticket prices vary)
  • Birmingham Botanical Gardens (1-2 hours, adult £7.50, child £5.25)
  • Jewellery Quarter (2-3 hours, shopping and dining costs vary)
  • National Motorcycle Museum (2-4 hours, adult £10.95, child £8.95)
  • Stratford-upon-Avon (1-2 days, attractions and performance tickets vary)
  • Black Country Living Museum (3-4 hours, adult £21.95, child £14.95)
  • Library of Birmingham (2-3 hours, free)
  • The Custard Factory (2-3 hours, shopping and dining costs vary)
  • Total Estimated Costs: £109.05 per person

Useful Tips

If you have more time, explore more attractions in Birmingham city centre, such as the Bullring shopping centre, the Birmingham Hippodrome theatre, or the Ikon Gallery. If you have less time, skip some of the day trips, and focus on the museums and galleries in Birmingham. You can save costs by purchasing attraction tickets online or using public transport options like buses and trains.

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