Popular places to visit
National Exhibition Centre
Learn about the events happening at National Exhibition Centre during your trip to Birmingham. Discover the acclaimed theater scene and shops in this walkable area.
Cadbury World
Savour sweet delights and learn about the history of one of the largest chocolate manufacturers in the world.
Villa Park
Catch an event at Villa Park during your trip to Birmingham. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its entertainment choices.
University of Birmingham
Enjoy the collegiate vibe when you visit University of Birmingham, during your trip to Birmingham. Make time to visit the area's shops, or simply enjoy its lively bars.
Bullring & Grand Central
An ultra-modern complex, this shopping destination is built on the site of a centuries-old marketplace, continuing Birmingham’s tradition of commerce and ambition.
Broad Street
During your visit to Birmingham, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Broad Street. Discover the lively bars and great live music in this family-friendly area.
Things to do
Shropshire: Meet the Mini Moos Cow Cuddling Experience
Shropshire: Alpaca Meet & Greet Intimate Alpaca Experience
Birmingham: Victorian Canals and Modern-Day Birmingham Tour
The Sinister Side of Shakespeare's Stratford Walking Tour
Birmingham: Slogging Gangs Guided Walking Tour
Top hotels in Harborne
Crowne Plaza Birmingham City Centre by IHG
Definitely stop again
Reviewed on Mar 9, 2026
The Arden Hotel & Leisure Club
Convenient for NEC clean rooms , helpful staff
Reviewed on Mar 10, 2026
Forest of Arden Hotel & Country Club
Clean room. Helpful staff. Nice surroundings and very close to the NEC which we were visiting for Crufts
Reviewed on Mar 10, 2026
Redwings Lodge Wolverhampton
Good value hotel which is upgrading the rooms at the moment. Our room had obviously been recently renovated and was brilliant with everything you would want from a small hotel room. Great shower/ all modern sockets with usb/ good tv with internet connection/ air conditioning which was very good. ...
Reviewed on Mar 7, 2026
The Grand Hotel Birmingham
Super super hotel... staff were exceedingly helpful
Reviewed on Mar 7, 2026
Holiday Inn Express Birmingham - City Centre by IHG
After our disastrous check in and room allocation (see previous review) all was good - location could be better so won’t use this hotel again
Reviewed on Mar 8, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Harborne
Selly Oak
When in Selly Oak, you can plan a visit to Cadbury World and Selly Manor Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Edgbaston
Visitors often come to Edgbaston for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Hagley Road and Birmingham Botanical Gardens. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you catch a ride at Edgbaston Village Station.
Westside
Known for its fantastic nightlife and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Westside. Check out top attractions like Broad Street and National SEA LIFE Centre, and jump on the metro at Five Ways Tram Stop or Brindley Place Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Bournville
Bournville is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Cadbury World and Selly Manor Museum.
Convention Quarter
Known for its fantastic nightlife and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Convention Quarter. Check out top attractions like Symphony Hall and Industry and Genius, and jump on the metro at Library Tram Stop or Brindley Place Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Chinese Quarter
Chinese Quarter is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Birmingham Hippodrome and The Arcadian while in the area.
