Highlights
Discover Birmingham’s past, present, and future on this two-hour walking tour starting at the Library of Birmingham. Explore canals, the city’s Georgian industrial pioneers, Victorian-era social and structural change, and today’s striking architecture. We reflect on the modern city’s diverse population and ongoing transformation. Tours are led by local experts including Jonathan Berg, author and photographer of Discovering Birmingham, and Michael Harrison, a specialist in 20th-century architecture. Each household receives a free copy of the book as a lasting memento. We also support Sifa Fireside, helping Birmingham’s homeless community.
About This Deal
Departure Point
- We start and end at the main entrance of the Library of Birmingham in Centenary Square, B1 2EA
Return Details
- We start and end at the main entrance of the Library of Birmingham in Centenary Square, B1 2EA
Duration
2 hours
Languages Available
- Human tour guide - English
Points of Interest
Stop At: Library of Birmingham
Centenary Sq, Birmingham
We start and finish at this amazing new liibrary that is one of the major tourist attractions of Birmingham
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: International Convention Centre Birmingham
8 Centenary Square, Birmingham
We look at Symphony Hall ad the ICC and it's role in the city.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Gas Street Basin
Gas St, Birmingham
We look at the history of Brindleyplace as well as the modern day.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Victoria Square
Birmingham
We consider the coming of the canals and look at this amazingly atmospheric centre of the Country's canal network.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Chamberlain Square
Birmingham
We consider public art and also the development of Birmingham during the Victorian period. We look at the developments in the up to date city
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery
Chamberlain Square, Birmingham
We look at the way Birmingham is moving into the future.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: The Mailbox
Royal Mail Street, Birmingham
We pass the entrance and see the amazing 1880s design of the double portico.
Duration: 2 minutes
Stop At: The Cube
196 Wharfside Street, Birmingham
We see the conversion of the former post office sorting office into a mixed use development which includes the Birmingham headquarters of the BBC.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Ikon Gallery
1 Oozells Square, Brindleyplace, Birmingham
The cube is major development at the back part of the Mailbox development. Views from the upper floors are among the best in the city.
Duration: 1 minute
Stop At: Hall of Memory
Centenary Sq., Birmingham
The Ikon Gallery was originally built as a school and is one of over forty built by the architects Martin & Chamberlain.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: ICC Mall
The International Convention Centre, Centenary Sq., Birmingham
Art Deco style memorial built originally in 1925 to remember the fallen of the First World War but now includes WW II and more recent conflicts. Houses some fantastic art deco features including William Bloye tablets.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Birmingham Town Hall
Victoria Square, Birmingham
The main route from Centenary Square to the canalside.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Brindleyplace
Brindley Place, Birmingham
The oldest building in Victoria Square dating from 1834.
Duration: 5 minutes
Additional Information
- 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
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Our route can be accessible for wheelchairs but we do need to modify the route and would appreciate an email from you if you intend to bring a wheelchair. Our Access Policy is clearly stated on the Positively Birmingham Walking Tours website.
- We use a live audio system. Each guest is loaned a receiver to hear the guide who wears a radio transmitter. Guest bring their own earphones with a 3.5mm socket or we provide a new pair.
Exclusions
- This tour may use an audio system - but not always.
Redemption Instructions
Tours start promptly at 13:30 so please arrive 5-10 minutes early. Tour duration is approximately 1 3/4 hours.
Voucher Info
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
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Fine Print
14-day cancellation rights do not apply; no refunds or exchanges permitted. Voucher valid only for date and time listed; may not be exchanged or redeemed for other dates. Purchaser name and phone number must be provided at checkout; this information will be shared with Viator and the tour operator for purposes of order fulfillment. Groupon promo codes may not be used for this offer. Groupon voucher Terms of Sale do not apply. See the tour operator's terms and conditions for this offer here.
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