Relax and unwind in Birmingham: A 9-day Itinerary

1. Day 1: Botanical Gardens
   20 minutes (2 miles) from Birmingham City Centre

   Explore the beautifully curated gardens at one of the country's largest urban parks.

2. Day 2: Cadbury World
   30 minutes (5 miles) from the Botanical Gardens

   Discover the sweet and chocolaty world of Cadbury through interactive exhibits and chocolatier demos.

3. Day 3: Barber Institute of Fine Arts
   15 minutes (3 miles) from Cadbury World

   Marvel at the collection of exquisite fine arts and sculptures from globally lauded artists.

4. Day 4: Sutton Park
   35 minutes (6 miles) from Barber Institute of Fine Arts

   Take a serene stroll at one of the largest urban parks in Europe, encompassing over 2,400 acres of heathlands and wetlands.

5. Day 5: Black Country Living Museum
   25 minutes (12 miles) from Sutton Park

   Travel back in time and experience a living, breathing museum that brings the industrial revolution to life.

6. Day 6: Symphony Hall
   30 minutes (5 miles) from Black Country Living Museum

   Listen to some of the world's best music and watch performances from the city's finest orchestras and talents.

7. Day 7: Winterbourne House and Garden
   15 minutes (3 miles) from Symphony Hall

   Get lost in the beauty of the Arts and Craft designed house and luscious garden, now owned by the University of Birmingham.

8. Day 8: Lickey Hills Country Park
   30 minutes (7 miles) from Winterbourne House and Garden

   A popular spot for those seeking a quiet and serene escape, enjoy the panoramic views of the countryside throughout your hike or picnic.

9. Day 9: The Cube
   20 minutes (3 miles) from Lickey Hills Country Park

   Relax at top of Birmingham's iconic building that boasts breathtaking skyline views and an array of eateries and drinks.

Time and Cost Estimates

• Botanical Gardens (2-3 hours, Free)
• Cadbury World (2-3 hours, £18)
• Barber Institute of Fine Arts (2-3 hours, Free)
• Sutton Park (2-3 hours, Free)
• Black Country Living Museum (4-5 hours, £19.5)
• Symphony Hall (2-3 hours, varies)
• Winterbourne House and Garden (2-3 hours, £7.5)
• Lickey Hills Country Park (2-3 hours, Free)
• The Cube (evening, varies)
Total Estimated Costs: £45 - £71.5

Useful tips

For those with fewer days available, we recommend skipping Black Country Living Museum and Lickey Hills Country Park. On the other hand, if you have more time to spare, plan for trips outside Birmingham to nearby cities like Stratford-upon-Avon for its storybook charm or Coventry for its historic value.