Things to do in Birmingham

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Birmingham is a dynamic city that presents a fantastic cultural scene, excellent shopping, lively nightlife, and a great range of international cuisine.

With the National Indoor Arena, International Convention Centre, Symphony Hall and the NEC Arena, this city has become a big destination for both leisure and business travellers. Attractions like The Water Edge at Brindley Place, an award-winning waterfront complex, Cadbury World, National Sea Life Centre, Jewellery Quarter, and the Think Tank Science Museum add to the attraction of Birmingham.

Famous for its curry houses, Birmingham is fast becoming a hot favourite for food lovers. The Balti Triangle of Sparkbrook, Moseley and Balsall Heath features a vast array of Eastern restaurants, over 50 in total, ranging from the cheap and cheerful takeaway to the smarter upmarket establishments. Or, if you'd prefer to try your hand at cooking your own curry, then the many exotic shops in the city will be more than able to supply you with all the ingredients you'll need.

If you have a sweet tooth, then Cadbury Heaven is the place for you. The famous chocolate manufacturer has established a sugar lover's dream world, along with the largest Cadbury shop on the planet!

Birmingham also boasts over 20 museums, including the Barber Institute of Fine Arts and the Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery. Explore the city's long tradition of jewellery at the Museum of the Jewellery Quarter or classic architecture at Aston Hall.

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