Big days out in Birmingham and wonderful West Midlands experiences
Birmingham, the UK's second-largest city, is a dynamic hub of attractions, events, and family adventures! With more waterways than Venice and more parks than any other European city, it's a destination that blends natural beauty with vibrant urban life. As the birthplace of the nation’s favorite chocolate brand, Birmingham has something for everyone—whether you're a local or a visitor, you’ll find endless opportunities to explore, experience, and enjoy.
Venture beyond the city centre and use Birmingham as your gateway to nearby attractions. Just a short journey away lies Stratford-upon-Avon, the iconic birthplace of Shakespeare, easily accessible via excellent transport links. Or, hop on a 15-minute train to Bournville and immerse yourself in the tasty treats at Cadbury World.
From thrilling family outings to enriching cultural adventures, the West Midlands is a treasure trove of must-visit attractions and unforgettable events. Don’t wait - plan your visit today and discover the heart of the UK!
Magical Merlin Adventures
Step into the magical world of Merlin attractions and explore the best family-friendly experiences around Birmingham!
Dive into the underwater world and meet fascinating marine creatures at Sea Life Birmingham, build your imagination with themed play zones and interactive LEGO® fun at the Legoland Discovery Centre, delight your senses with an immersive chocolate-themed experience at the home of chocolate in Cadbury World, travel back in time and discover medieval history at the stunningly preserved Warwick Castle, or for thrill-seekers, get ready to rejoice as you spend a day on adrenaline-pumping rides at Alton Towers Resort!
Great attractions for great prices!
Cadbury World: Standard Entry Ticket
Cadbury World
Book Cadbury World tickets for a delicious day out in Birmingham at an unbeatable price!
SEA LIFE Birmingham: Peak Standard Entry Ticket
SEA LIFE Birmingham
Book Peak Standard Entry tickets to Sea Life Birmingham for an underwater day out for the whole family to enjoy
SEA LIFE Birmingham: Off-Peak Entry Ticket
SEA LIFE Birmingham
Book Off-Peak Standard Entry tickets to Sea Life Birmingham for an underwater day out for the whole family to enjoy
Legoland Discovery Centre Birmingham: Off Peak Entry Ticket
LEGOLAND Discovery Centre Birmingham
Book off-peak entry tickets to Legoland Discovery Centre Birmingham. Please note: Adults MUST be accompanied by a child to visit the Discovery Centre.
Legoland Discovery Centre Birmingham: Peak Standard Entry Ticket
LEGOLAND Discovery Centre Birmingham
Book peak entry tickets to Legoland Discovery Centre Birmingham. Please note: Adults MUST be accompanied by a child to visit the Discovery Centre.
Warwick Castle: Standard Entry Ticket
Warwick Castle
Enjoy a timeless journey through British history as you discover one of the UK's most beautiful castles nestled in Warwickshire's quiet countryside
Alton Towers: One Day Entry Ticket
Alton Towers
Get your day pass entry tickets to this year's Alton Towers Resort and experience one of the UK's best theme parks!
Amazing Animal Encounters
Animal lovers will be spoilt for choice with these wildlife-packed destinations!
Explore over 100 species of animals alongside theme park thrills at Drayton Manor, meet adorable alpacas and learn to care for them at Lucky Tails Alpaca Farm, treat the little ones to hands-on experiences with friendly animals at Frankly Farm Tours, see over 500 animals including rare primates and endangered species at Twycross Zoo, get up-close to unique creatures from all over the world at the Exotic Zoo Wildlife Park in Shropshire or combine your animal adventures with interactive dinosaur exhibits at Hoo Zoo & Dinosaur World!
Animal days out for all ages
Drayton Manor
Enjoy rollercoasters, water rides, crazy golf, outdoor play areas and even a zoo at Drayton Manor. Book your tickets in advance and save up to 40%.
Warwickshire: Meet the Donkeys
Warwickshire: Lucky Tails Alpaca Farm
Meet the adorable miniature Mediterranean donkeys at Lucky Tails Alpaca Farm in Atherstone! Suitable for all ages
Warwickshire: Meet the Meerkats
Warwickshire: Lucky Tails Alpaca Farm
Get up-close and personal with some of the most curious creatures in the animal kingdom, the meerkats! Suitable for all ages
Warwickshire: Meet Alpacas & Meerkats
Warwickshire: Lucky Tails Alpaca Farm
Meet the cheeky meerkats and fluffy alpacas at Lucky Tails Alpaca Farm in Atherstone! Suitable for all ages
Warwickshire: Meet Alpacas & Donkeys
Warwickshire: Lucky Tails Alpaca Farm
Spend time with the resident alpacas and donkeys at Lucky Tails Alpaca Farm! Suitable for all ages
Warwickshire: Meet Alpacas, Meerkats & Donkeys
Warwickshire: Lucky Tails Alpaca Farm
Can't decide which animals you want to meet? Meet them all at Lucky Tails Alpaca Farm in Atherstone! Suitable for all ages
Warwickshire: Alpaca Walk Experience
Warwickshire: Lucky Tails Alpaca Farm
Meet the friendly alpacas at Lucky Tails and take them on a leisurely stroll around the beautiful farm in Atherstone! Suitable for all ages
General Admission - Frankly Farm Tours
Shropshire: Frankly Farm Tours
Enjoy a day out at Frankly Farm Tours with the famous Frankly Alpacas for one of the best things to do near Birmingham!
Alpaca Meet & Greet
Shropshire: Frankly Farm Tours
Enjoy meeting all the characters from the Frankly Alpacas herd, such as crazy Daisy, sneaky Whiskey, mischievous Loki and many more!
Meet the Mini Moos - Frankly Farm Tours
Shropshire: Frankly Farm Tours
Book Frankly Alpacas tickets for a frankly unforgettable experience! Meet the Mini Moos in Shropshire and spend a day with the charming Dexter cattle!
Shropshire Sheep Walking - Frankly Farm Tours
Shropshire: Frankly Farm Tours
Book Frankly Alpacas tickets for a day out Sheep Walking in Shropshire! One of the most unique farm animal experiences, perfect for families!
Springtime Fun on the Farm 2025
Shropshire: Frankly Farm Tours
Pre-book your tickets for the Frankly Farm special Spring event including lamb holding and petting.
Twycross Zoo
15% off tickets! From hundreds of spectacular species to the Gruffalo Discovery Land - there's so much to do at Twycross Zoo
Shropshire: Exotic Zoo Wildlife Park
Head to the heart of Shropshire and visit Telford's award-winning small zoo, filled with animal experiences, events and activities for all ages!
Hoo Zoo & Dinosaur World - All Day Ticket
Hoo Zoo & Dinosaur World
Buy your all-day entry tickets here for Hoo Zoo & Dinosaur World - access the park anytime from opening time at 10am
Heritage Highlights in the Midlands
Step back in time and explore Birmingham’s incredible cultural and historical treasures!
Experience a scenic steam train journey celebrating England’s greatest playwright on the Shakespeare Express, visit the home where the iconic poet and playwright was born at Shakespeare's Birthplace, explore the charming, thatched childhood home of Shakespeare’s wife at Anne Hathaway's Cottage, delve into aviation history with thrilling exhibits and interactive displays at RAF Museum Midlands, enjoy a nostalgic ride on heritage steam trains through stunning countryside on the Severn Valley Railway, wander through 10 acres of beautifully restored Baroque gardens at Castle Bromwich Historic Gardens or get into the spirit by creating your own spirits at the famous Nelson's Distillery & School!
Heritage and History in the Black Country
Shakespeare Express: Birmingham to Stratford (Return)
Vintage Trains
Enjoy the Warwickshire countryside on your journey to Stratford-Upon-Avon when you board the return Shakespeare Express from Birmingham
Shakespeare Express: Stratford to Birmingham (Return)
Vintage Trains
Enjoy the Warwickshire countryside on your journey to Birmingham when you board the return Shakespeare Express from Stratford-Upon-Avon
From Birmingham: Afternoon Tea on The Shakespeare Express
Vintage Trains
Enjoy a stream train experience from Birmingham to Stratford-upon-Avon featuring a fantastic Afternoon Tea on The Shakespeare Express!
From Birmingham: Breakfast & Afternoon Tea on The Shakespeare Express
Vintage Trains
Enjoy a full-day adventure with Vintage Trains in Birmingham when you enjoy an English breakfast followed by Afternoon Tea on The Shakespeare Express
From Stratford-upon-Avon: Sunday Lunch on The Shakespeare Express
Vintage Trains
Enjoy Sunday Lunch in Stratford-upon-Avon on The Shakespeare Express with Vintage Trains!
From Worcs, Leics or Derby: Shakespeare Express Return
Vintage Trains
Enjoy a vintage steam train ride from Derby, Leicester or Worcester to Stratford-upon-Avon on The Shakespeare Express! Suitable for ages 5+
Shakespeare's Birthplace Only
Shakespeare's Family Homes
Get your tickets to Shakespeare's Birthplace in Stratford-Upon-Avon as you explore the beginnings of the William Shakespeare
Shakespeare's Story - 3 Attractions in 1 Ticket
Shakespeare's Family Homes
Save £20 when you book tickets for Shakespeare's Story & explore 3 attractions with one ticket! Visit his Birthplace, New Place & Hathaway's Cottage!
Anne Hathaway's Cottage Only
Anne Hathaway's Cottage
Get your tickets to Anne Hathaway's Cottage in Stratford-Upon-Avon as you explore the life of Shakespeare's beloved wife
RAF Museum Midlands: National Cold War Exhibition Tour
Royal Air Force Museum: London & Midlands
Get tickets now to learn fascinating stories of the development and deployment of War machines, as well as the broader context of the Cold War era!
RAF Museum Midlands: Bomber Command Tour Midlands
Royal Air Force Museum: London & Midlands
Get tickets now for a fascinating Bomber Command Tour at the Midland's RAF Museum
RAF Museum Midlands: Battle of Britain Tour - Midlands
Royal Air Force Museum: London & Midlands
Join in on an immersive tour where you can get up close to the very aircraft that soared through the skies during this historic conflict!
RAF Museum Midlands: Spitfire 360° VR Experience - Midlands
Royal Air Force Museum: London & Midlands
Strap on your VR goggles and prepare for six thrilling minutes that will transport you back in time to the great world wars!
RAF Museum Midlands: 4D Experience Midlands
Royal Air Force Museum: London & Midlands
Get tickets here for the RAF Museum in the Midland's epic 4D Experiences!
RAF Museum Midlands: Typhoon Simulator Midlands
Royal Air Force Museum: London & Midlands
Climb aboard and embark on an exhilarating flight in an RAF Eurofighter Typhoon, soaring over the stunning landscapes of the Lake District!
RAF Museum Midlands: RAF Falcons Paradrop Midlands
Royal Air Force Museum: London & Midlands
Book tickets here and hold on tight for an immersive paragliding experience, explore the desert, mountains and even outer space!
RAF Museum Midlands: Dambusters VR Experience - Midlands
Royal Air Force Museum: London & Midlands
Get tickets for a cutting-edge, immersive Virtual Reality Experience based around the Dambusters first raid of 1943!
RAF Museum Midlands: Spitfire Cockpit Experience Midlands
Royal Air Force Museum: London & Midlands
Immerse yourself in history with the extraordinary opportunity to sit in an authentic Second World War Spitfire!
Freedom of the Line Tickets - Severn Valley Railway
Severn Valley Railway
With the Freedom of the Line ticket, you can explore the rail stations of Kidderminster, Bewdley or Bridgnorth!
Castle Bromwich Historic Gardens: Entry & Cream Tea in a Box
Birmingham: Castle Bromwich Historic Gardens
Spend a day in Birmingham surrounded by history & enjoy Cream Tea in a Box at Castle Bromwich Historic Gardens!
Birmingham: Castle Bromwich Historic Gardens
Dating back 350 years, visit Castle Bromwich Historic Gardens and spend a day in Birmingham immersed in heritage, history and beautiful scenery.
Nelson's Distillery: Single Still Experience
Staffordshire: Nelson's Distillery & School
Enjoy an award-winning gin, rum or vodka experience with Nelson's Distillery & School in Staffordshire! Suitable for 18+ only
Nelson's Distillery: Shared Still Experience
Staffordshire: Nelson's Distillery & School
Enjoy an award-winning gin, rum or vodka experience for TWO with Nelson's Distillery & School in Staffordshire! Suitable for 18+ only
Nelson's Distillery: Tour Talk and Taste
Staffordshire: Nelson's Distillery & School
Join the team at Nelson's Distillery for an incredible, immersive 2 hour experience as you Tour, Talk and Taste your way through the distillery
Active Adventures
For thrill-seekers and adventurers, Birmingham offers plenty of exciting activities!
Challenge yourself on indoor climbing walls for all skill levels at Rock Up Birmingham, take the leap of a lifetime with an exhilarating bungee jump with UK Bungee Club, swing through treetops on ziplines and climbing courses at Go Ape Coventry, adventure in nature with thrilling aerial courses at Go Ape Wyre Forest, explore the scenic forest while reaching new heights at Go Ape Cannock Chase, perfect your climbing skills in an encouraging environment in Gloucester or take an interactive tour of the Wolverhampton Wanderers Stadium!
Get fit at great prices
Standard Climb - Rock Up Birmingham
Rock Up Birmingham
Reach new heights on the walls in Birmingham with standard 90-minute climbing sessions! Suitable for ages 4+, under 14's require adult supervision
Toddler Climb - Rock Up Birmingham
Rock Up Birmingham
Enjoy a strictly No-Big-Kids-Zone with Toddler-only sessions, including one hour of climbing and one hour of soft play! Suitable for ages 5 and under
Soft Play - Rock Up Birmingham
Rock Up Birmingham
Ready to climb, but not ready for the wall? Introduce tiny adventurers to Rock Up Birmingham's Soft Play! Suitable for under 5's
Wednesday Climbs for £9 - Rock Up Birmingham
Rock Up Birmingham
Rock Up to rock bottom prices with Rock Up's Climb for £9 Wednesday! Enjoy 25 climbing walls for half the price during term time. Suitable for ages 5+
Standard Climb + Grub Club - Rock Up Birmingham
Rock Up Birmingham
Dine and climb with Rock Up Birmingham's Thursday Grub Club & enjoy an hour of climbing with free pizza after 3pm! Suitable for ages 14 and under
Rock Up Birmingham: Lights Out Glow Party
Rock Up Birmingham
Climb on Thursday evenings during term time & enjoy climbing with lights off, music up and neon lights shining bright! Suitable for 4+
Birmingham: UK Bungee Club
UK Bungee Club
Head to the heart of the West Midlands and enjoy Birmingham's brilliant 160ft bungee jump!
Treetop Challenge - Go Ape Cannock Chase
Go Ape - Cannock Chase, Staffordshire
Experience high ropes thrills with the Treetop Challenge in Go Ape Cannock Chase. Suitable for anyone over 1.4m tall and at least 10 years old.
Treetop Adventure - Go Ape Cannock Chase
Go Ape - Cannock Chase, Staffordshire
Begin your high ropes adventure at Go Ape Cannock with an exciting beginners course. Suitable for anyone over 1m tall and aged between 4-6 years old.
Treetop Adventure Plus - Go Ape Cannock Chase
Go Ape - Cannock Chase, Staffordshire
Test your high ropes skills with Go Ape's Treetop Adventure Plus at Cannock Chase. Suitable for anyone over 1.2m tall and aged between 6-10 years old.
Forest Segways - Go Ape Cannock Chase
Go Ape - Cannock Chase, Staffordshire
Explore Cannock Chase forest like never before with the Go Ape Forest Segways experience. Suitable for all ages.
Mini Land Rovers - Go Ape Coventry
Go Ape - Coombe Abbey, Coventry
Enjoy one of the most unique Go Ape experiences with Go Ape Coventry's Mini Land Rovers! Suitable for all ages with adult supervision.
Stumped - Go Ape Coventry
Go Ape - Coombe Abbey, Coventry
Can you solve the woodland riddles with your tribe with the unique 'Stumped' game at Go Ape Coventry? Suitable for anyone over 8 years old.
The Plummet - Go Ape Coventry
Go Ape - Coombe Abbey, Coventry
Take a leap of faith with Go Ape Coventry as you experience the thrill of freefall in The Plummet! Suitable for anyone over 1.4m tall.
Axe Throwing - Go Ape Coventry
Go Ape - Coombe Abbey, Coventry
Experience a great day of thrill-seeking and sports with Axe Throwing at Go Ape Coventry! Suitable for anyone over 16 years old.
Treetop Challenge - Go Ape Wyre Forest
Go Ape - Wyre Forest, Kidderminster
Take to the Treetop Challenge in the ultimate high ropes course at Go Ape! Suitable for anyone over 1.4m tall and aged at least 10 years old.
Treetop Adventure - Go Ape Wyre Forest, Kidderminster
Go Ape - Wyre Forest, Kidderminster
Reach new heights when you tackle the Treetop Adventure in Wyre Forest! Suitable for all ages and anyone over 1m tall.
Gloucester: Learn to Climb
Up and Under Adventures
Learn everything there is to know about indoor climbing with Up and Under Adventures Learn to Climb Courses at Far Peak in Gloucester! 18+ only
Wolverhampton Wanderers Stadium Tour
Embark on an in-depth tour of Molineux Stadium, the home of three-time top flight champions, Wolverhampton Wanderers Football Club
Spectacular Shows
Enjoy a vibrant mix of entertainment with must-see performances, shows and events near Birmingham!
Celebrate culinary creativity with demonstrations by top chefs at the Good Food Shows, treat your little ones to pantomime fun with The Enchanted Group, enjoy fun-packed family circus shows with Circus Funtasia, enjoy breathtaking displays of acrobatics at Gandeys Circus or take your excitement to the next level at Cirque du Vulgar and Ultimate Ladies Night Shows in Telford!
Unmissable shows for everyone
Birmingham: Good Food Summer Show
Get ready for an unforgettable and mouth-watering event in the heart of Birmingham when you visit the Good Food Summer Show at the NEC!
Cirque du Vulgar: Telford
Combining traditional circus acts with wild escapades designed for adults, have you senses ignited at Cirque du Vulgar in Telford! Suitable for 18+
Circus Funtasia: Telford
Circus Funtasia
Don't miss Circus Funtasia in Telford, where magic, excitement, and laughter come alive in a spectacular show you won't want to miss!
Gandeys Carnival Spectacular: Merry Hill
Gandeys Circus
Gandeys Circus returns in 2025, fusing circus, magic, and carnival energy for a show like no other at the Carnival Spectacular in Merry Hill!
Sutton Coldfield: The Ultimate Ladies Night Show - Unchained
The Ultimate Ladies Night Shows
Get ready for The Ultimate Ladies Night Show on the 17th April in Sutton Coldfield & get swept away in a display of excitement and abs!
Bromsgrove: Sleeping Beauty: Happily Ever After
The Enchanted Group
Putting a modern twist on a classic tale, this time the dozy Princess is wide awake and ready to claim her Happily Ever After! 24th - 27th April 2025