• Library of Birmingham - We start and finish at this amazing new liibrary that is one of the major tourist attractions of Birmingham
• International Convention Centre Birmingham - We look at Symphony Hall ad the ICC and it’s role in the city.
• Brindleyplace - We look at the history of Brindleyplace as well as the modern day.
• Gas Street Basin - We consider the coming of the canals and look at this amazingly atmospheric centre of the Country’s canal network.
• Victoria Square - 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
• Chamberlain Square - We look at the way Birmingham is moving into the future.
• Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery - We pass the entrance and see the amazing 1880s design of the double portico.
• The Mailbox - We see the conversion of the former post office sorting office into a mixed use development which includes the Birmingham headquarters of the BBC.
• The Cube - 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.
• Ikon Gallery - The Ikon Gallery was originally built as a school and is one of over forty built by the architects Martin & Chamberlain.
• Hall of Memory - 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.
• ICC Mall - The main route from Centenary Square to the canalside.
• Town Hall Birmingham - The oldest building in Victoria Square dating from 1834.

• Guided walking tour led by a local expert
• Support for Sifa Fireside charity through a portion of ticket sales and all tour end donations
• Personal audio receiver - when group size or conditions require.
• Free copy of Discovering Birmingham guidebook - one per household

• Gratuities - any tour end donations are given to Sifa Fireside

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 Discovering Birmingham as a lasting memento. We also support Sifa Fireside, helping Birmingham’s homeless community.

• 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.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.