Discovering the Best of Birmingham in Two Days

  • Day 1: Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery
    10 minutes (1.5 miles) from the City Centre

    Start your Birmingham journey with a visit to the Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, which is home to the world's largest collection of Pre-Raphaelite art. Alongside world-renowned artworks, you can explore the galleries that showcase the city's rich history and heritage.

  • Day 2: Birmingham Botanical Gardens & Glasshouses
    15 minutes (2.7 miles) from the City Centre

    Escape the city's hustle and bustle at the Birmingham Botanical Gardens & Glasshouses where you can enjoy lush greenery, exotic plants, and stunning glasshouses. You can explore the 15 acres of gardens, glasshouses, and landscaped greenery while enjoying the peace and tranquillity.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery (2 hours, Free)
  • Birmingham Botanical Gardens & Glasshouses (2-3 hours, £7 per adult)
  • Total Estimated Costs: £7

Transportation

Public transportation such as buses, trams, and trains are easily accessible throughout Birmingham. The city also offers taxi services, while renting a car can also be a good option to explore the city. The average taxi fare from Birmingham Airport to city Centre is £25, and the travel time is around 20 minutes.

Useful Tips

If you have more time, visit the historic Cadbury World, Sea Life Centre Birmingham, and the National SEA LIFE Centre Birmingham. If you have less time, you can explore the Jewellery Quarter Museum or the Birmingham Back to Backs, which showcase the city's industrial heritage.

Airports

Birmingham Airport (BHX), located 5.5 miles southeast of Birmingham's City Centre, is the nearest airport to the city centre.

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