Birmingham Canals
Birmingham has more miles of canal than Venice, with towpaths offering free walking routes through converted industrial areas, past narrowboats, pubs, and street art. ## Georgia <!-- Tbilisi -->
Railway station in Birmingham
New Street Station
Major rail hub with striking modern architecture and the Grand Central shopping center above, free to walk through. A surprisingly photogenic arrival point for the city.
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Before you go
- Address
- Station Street, B2 4QA Birmingham
- Good to know
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More in Birmingham
Other places worth the walk, and what each one costs.
Birmingham Cathedral
Baroque cathedral from 1715 featuring stunning stained-glass windows by Edward Burne-Jones. Free to enter, with a peaceful interior contrasting the busy city outside.
Brindleyplace
Canalside development with public squares, restaurants, and the Ikon Gallery. Free to walk around, with the canals and architecture making it one of Birmingham's most pleasant areas.
Centenary Square
Large public square near Broad Street featuring the Hall of Memory war memorial, Library of Birmingham, and seasonal events. Free to visit.
Chamberlain Square
Historic civic square adjacent to Victoria Square, named after Joseph Chamberlain, with the Chamberlain Memorial Fountain as its centerpiece. Free to visit.
The Custard Factory
Creative quarter in Digbeth housed in the former Bird's Custard factory, now home to independent shops, studios, street art, and event spaces. Free to wander and explore.
Working out what Birmingham costs?
The whole of Birmingham