Private Birmingham City Walking Tour

Take Birmingham at your own pace with your own dedicated guide on a private tour. See Birmingham through a true Brummie’s eyes on this 1.5-hour walking tour. Immerse yourself in the city's sights and sounds as you journey through centuries of our history, uncovering the truth of the city of a thousand trades. During the tour, you’ll discover roots of Norman nobility to titans of the Industrial Revolution, charting Birmingham's path as a city of innovation to its place today as the UK’s second-largest city. See key historic sights like Birmingham Cathedral, Chamberlain Square and the canals, while uncovering the stories and people behind them. You’ll also gain real insight into life in Birmingham today, with every guide bringing their own stories of the city.

1. 1

   Stop 1

   5 min

   An introduction to the tour by your local guide into Birmingham's history, in the shadow of Birmingham Cathedral

2. 2

   Stop 2

   5 min

   Built during the industrial revolution, discover St Philip's Cathedral, one of the smallest cathedrals in Britain

3. 3

   Victoria Square

   5 min

   Take a step back into the 1800's and explore Victorian Birmingham at Victoria Square

4. 4

   Birmingham Town Hall

   10 min

   Built to symbolise the status of Birmingham's growth, marvel at the Town Hall. From Charles Dickens, to Emmeline Pankhurst and even the likes of Bob Dylan, The Rolling Stones and The Beatles - some of the world's most famous have walked through these doors!

5. 5

   Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery

   10 min

   See the beautiful Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery building and learn about the different artists to come from Birmingham

6. 6

   Chamberlain Square

   5 min

   Discover Birmingham's crucial role in both of the World Wars, and the sacrifices made by its people for the good of the country

7. 7

   Centenary Square

   5 min

   From old to new, discover our modern city, architecture and life in Birmingham today

8. 8

   Hall of Memory

   5 min

   See the Hall of Memory, memorialising those who have given their lives for Birmingham and Britain

9. 9

   Baskerville House

   5 min

   See Baskerville House and learn all about John Baskerville!

10. 10

    Broad Street

    5 min

    Our very own walk of fame!

11. 11

    Symphony Hall

    5 min

    Take a relaxing walk alongside one of Birmingham's iconic industrial canals

12. 12

    Ikon Gallery

    5 min

    Finish up where old and new are perfectly combined, and marvel at the Neo Gothic exterior of this contemporary art gallery

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
• All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.