Visitor FAQs

Can you send me a map of Birmingham to my home address?

We are unable to post out any printed collateral. Please feel free to download, print and use any of the maps and guides on our website.

Where is the Clean Air Zone in Birmingham, will my car be charged and how do I pay a charge?

Please visit our Brum Breathes page detailing information on how to view a map of all areas within the Clean Air Zone. Check if your vehicle is affected, how to pay ahead of visiting, or if you’ve already received a charge.

If I use Birmingham as a base, what other areas could I easily visit?

Birmingham is a great base from which you can explore the West Midlands. There is lots to see in the areas surrounding Birmingham within an hour's drive.

For more details on the region, you can visit our dedicated regional website.

I need help on how to get to a specific venue/event

We cannot provide directions or timetables. The easiest way to work out your route is to use Google maps; this will give you an accurate estimation of how long the journey will take by car/foot.

If you need further assistance following this, please contact the venue/event organiser directly.

Where can I park my car in the city centre?

Please visit Birmingham City Councils’ website to discover the full list of street parking, blue badge parking, council car parks and motorcycle bays.

Is there a park and ride service?

There isn’t a park and ride service – however, the West Midlands Metro stops throughout various locations in the city centre and beyond. It runs:
Monday to Saturday – every 8 minutes throughout the day, every 15 minutes from 7pm. Sunday – every 10 minutes during the day, every 15 minutes from 7pm.

Plan your journey here.