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Discovering Birmingham 2 hour Walking Tour to the Jewellery Quarter

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Birmingham, GB

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Discovering Birmingham and the Jewellery Quarter - Positively Birmingham Tour No. 3 offers an immersive and informative 2-hour walking tour that takes you on a journey through the rich history and vibrant present of this captivating city. With the use of a live audio system, you won't miss a single word from the knowledgeable guide as they share intriguing stories and insights. From exploring the medieval origins to witnessing the legacy of the industrial revolution, this tour delves deep into Birmingham's fascinating past. You'll also discover the renowned Jewellery Quarter, a hub of creativity and craftsmanship. As you stroll through the city's streets and squares, you'll witness the dynamic development and future aspirations of Birmingham. Whether you're a local or a visitor, this tour promises a captivating and enriching experience that will leave you with a newfound appreciation for this remarkable city.

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Free Cancellation For a full refund cancel at least before the start of your booking
Admission Included
2 hours
Suitable for 1-15 Participants
Small Group Tour
Guided Experience & Audio Guided

Highlights

Discovering the medieval origins of Birmingham
Exploring the fascinating history of the Jewellery Quarter
Seeing the beautiful Georgian architecture of the Jewellery Quarter church
Admiring the stunning Edward Burne-Jones stained glass at the English Baroque cathedral
Witnessing the reconfiguration of the modern city for the future

Included

Local guide
We loan an audio receiver so you can hear the guides talking even from a distance.

Not included

There are no entry tickets required for this tour.

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Introduction

Discovering Birmingham 2-hour Walking Tour to the Jewellery Quarter is an immersive experience that takes you on a journey through the rich history and vibrant culture of Birmingham. With the help of a live audio system, the knowledgeable guide will provide fascinating insights into the city's past and present, making it an ideal tour for both locals and visitors.

What to Expect?

During this tour, you can expect to delve into Birmingham's medieval origins, learn about the Georgian entrepreneurs and Victorian idealists who shaped the city, explore the renowned Jewellery Quarter, discover its canal city heritage, and appreciate its artistic side. The tour offers a comprehensive understanding of how Birmingham has developed over time and showcases its determination to embrace the future.

Who is This For?

This tour is designed for anyone with an interest in history, culture, and the evolution of cities. Whether you are a local resident looking to deepen your knowledge of Birmingham or a visitor eager to explore the city's hidden gems, this tour is suitable for all. The audio system ensures that everyone can hear the guide's commentary, making it inclusive for those with impaired hearing as well.

Why Book This?

By joining this tour, you will gain a unique perspective on Birmingham's past, present, and future. The live audio system allows for social distancing, ensuring a safe and comfortable experience. The expertise of the guide and the carefully curated itinerary guarantee an engaging and informative exploration of the city. This tour offers an opportunity to uncover the lesser-known stories and secrets of Birmingham, making it a must-book experience for history enthusiasts and curious travelers alike.

Good to Know

The tour starts and finishes at the front entrance of the Library of Birmingham. No entry tickets are required for this tour, making it easily accessible for all. The loaned audio receiver ensures that you can hear the guide's commentary even from a distance, providing a seamless and immersive experience. It is recommended to arrive 5-10 minutes before the departure time to ensure a prompt start.

Reviews

Feedback from previous participants highlights the exceptional knowledge and enthusiasm of the guides, who brought the history of Birmingham to life. Travelers have praised the tour for its comprehensive coverage of the city's key landmarks and its ability to provide a deeper understanding of Birmingham's cultural heritage. Overall, participants have expressed high levels of satisfaction with the tour, describing it as a captivating and informative experience that exceeded their expectations.

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You can book at any time before the event

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At least one adult or senior required per booking

Meeting point & End point

Sunday tour starts 13:30 at: Front entrance of the new Library of Birmingham in Centenary Square, B1 2EA. Please arrive 5-10 min before departure time. Tour is 1 3/4 hour appoximately and finishes back at Library of Birmingham.

Library of Birmingham, Centenary Sq, Birmingham B1 2ND, GB

Your Itinerary

Centenary Square

We start here and introduce the tour. We learn a lot about the city from things in and around the Square.

Jewellery Quarter

We enter the Jewellery Quarter by a secret canal route that even locals do not use. We learn about the way the Jewellery Quarter developed and the different types of business that developed from Gergian times. We see the way the modern Quarter is taking its place in today's city.

St. Paul's Church

(Pass by)

Known as the Jewellery Quarter church we view the outside of this lovely 1779 example of Georgian architecture.

Birmingham Cathedral

We look at this fine English Baroque cathedral. On occasions if there is time and not conflciting events we may go in and experience the Edward Burne-Jones stained glass

Admission Included

St. Chad's Cathedral

(Pass by)

We view St Chads from the inner ring road. We appreciate only too well the issues with post-war redevelopment when the car was king. We decide for ourselves if Birmingham has a planned redevelopment.

Victoria Square

Having seen St Philip's Cathedral and lots more in between we return towards the Library of Birmingham by several important city Squares.

Chamberlain Square

We see this renovated square and understand more about the way the modern city is reconfiguring for the future.

Additional information

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Participants should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
We try not to cancel tours even with adverse weather conditions. If it is raining please bring a suitable coat or umbrella. In the event of icy conditions the tour route may be adapted.

Reviews

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5 (279)

Wilma_Flintstome

Outstanding tour - Jonathan brings Birmingham’s history to life with his knowledgeable and well paced tour from the library, via the canals to the Jewellery Quarter and back through the City Centre ……. all in 2 hrs. His passion for the city is evident through his knowledge of its early industrial past to the more recent 'modern’ era. This tour gave us a fantastic insight into the City’s history and we will definitely be trying on of the other tours. Highly recommend.

travelmommynyc

I was on the From Canals and Victorians to Today's City with Johnathan yesterday and enjoyed it so much I signed up for the Jewellery Quarter tour today. Another fantastic tour. Learned a lot about the history of Birmingham in a fun and engaging way! Highly recommend!

A7935XVkeithb

This was a great tour of Birmingham Jewellery Quarter walking along the 'Secret Canal' and handling some of the Bham 'Toys' (small metal objects) made in the Birmingham Jewellery Quarter. We walked along the canal to Newhall Street past the old Elkington Electroplating Works where Electroplating was invented and we saw the Blue Birmingham Civic Society plaque on the old Birmingham Science Museum where Alexander Parkes invented the first plastic eponymously named "Parkesine". We then crossed Newhall Street by the original Assay Office and into the last Georgian Square left in Birmingham St Paul's Square home to St Paul's Church which is fundraising for a new roof. This is the church where Birmingham industrialists Matthew Boulton and James Watt worshipped. We then walked up Ludgate Hill the site of the last Public hanging in Birmingham commemorated in the "Last Drop" public house. We then walked over the bridge over the A38 Queensway tunnels not for those scared of heights and onto Colmore Row and Birmingham Cathedral St Phillip's where the magnificent Burne Jones stained glass windows are much in evidence. Then via Colmore Row past one of the tallest skyscrapers in Birmingham and the Birmingham Council House and back to the library of Birmingham a good 2 hour walk

V226FGrebeccaj

The walking tour with Jonathan of Discovering Birmingham to the Jewellery Quarter was absolutely brilliant and a totally fresh take for me on aspects of a city I know well. Jonathan was energetic, entertaining and hugely knowledgeable. He kept the whole party engaged throughout the tour. I particularly enjoyed stopping off to see the Pickering Foundation's maquettes on Colmore Row- an incredible collection of models by a famous Birmingham artist. They are one of Birmingham's hidden treasures and well worth a visit.

Michelle_D

I really enjoyed this and learned a lot of interesting information we will definitely be doing this again

457rupertw

Absolutely outstanding Tour. Jonathan (tour guide) was so informative, knowledgeable had time for everyone , answered many questions and this was all delivered in a relaxed and friendly style. I will 100 per cent be booking the Saturday City centre tour. Highly recommended

Nomad11142876266

Took the 2-hour walking tour to Birmingham's Jewellery Quarter and it was quite enlightening. Our guide was knowledgeable, sharing intriguing facts and stories. The pace was comfortable, allowing us to soak in the sights. The only drawback was the tour's timing; it missed some key open workshops. Nonetheless, it offered a great introduction to a historic part of the city. Highly recommended for those interested in Birmingham's rich heritage.

Alex_M

Jonathan was a great guide. Lots of funny stories and you can tell he is very knowledgeable with the city. He even gave everyone on the tour one of his books! Very nice touch!

P9404THandrewm

Jonathan was very enthusiastic and had a deep knowledge of Birmingham. Really excellent enjoyable tour for anyone in Birmingham.

peter2022199

We met our very friendly, informative and knowledgable tour guide (Jonathan) at the central Birmingham library entrance. The whole group consisted of 7 participants with Jonathan leading us. It was easy to hear everything he said as we were provided with earphones linked to a device worn around the neck with a lanyard. We walked for 2 hours with frequent stops at points of interest where Jonathan would regale us with his very detailed and interesting anecdotes about the history of the area, building, or structure we had arrived at. We covered just over 2.5 miles in distance over the whole tour. It was very leisurely and the time flew by. Along the route Jonathan highlighted a number of public art works including a private viewing of the John Pickering models at 103 Colmore Row. At the end of the walk, Jonathan gave each of us a hardback book to take home featuring photographs and descriptions of items of interest from the walk. We would highly recommend Discovering Birmingham walks to anybody that has a free afternoon and wants to delve into the history of the city. We will certainly be returning for another one soon.

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