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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.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
We start and end at the main entrance of the Library of Birmingham in Centenary Square, B1 2EA
Itinerary
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1
We start and finish at this amazing new liibrary that is one of the major tourist attractions of Birmingham
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2
We look at Symphony Hall ad the ICC and it's role in the city.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
We look at the history of Brindleyplace as well as the modern day.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4
We consider the coming of the canals and look at this amazingly atmospheric centre of the Country's canal network.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5
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
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6
We look at the way Birmingham is moving into the future.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7
We pass the entrance and see the amazing 1880s design of the double portico.
2 minutes • Admission ticket included -
8
We see the conversion of the former post office sorting office into a mixed use development which includes the Birmingham headquarters of the BBC.
5 minutes • Admission ticket included -
9
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.
1 minute • Admission ticket included -
(Pass by)
The Ikon Gallery was originally built as a school and is one of over forty built by the architects Martin & Chamberlain.
Admission ticket free -
10
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.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
11
The main route from Centenary Square to the canalside.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
12
The oldest building in Victoria Square dating from 1834.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- 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
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Additional info
- 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.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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