🚶♂️ Birmingham One-Day Walking Tour (from Manchester)

1️⃣ Victoria Square 🌟 Must do: Take a photo with the River Goddess Fountain ⛲️! The historic City Hall building in the background looks stunning in the morning light. 🌟 Hidden gem: The Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery (free entry!) is right next to the square — don’t miss the Pre-Raphaelite paintings, and the spiral staircase is super photogenic. 2️⃣ Library of Birmingham 🌟 How to enjoy: Head straight to the rooftop secret garden! The 360° glass viewing deck offers panoramic views of the city, including the Ferris wheel 🎡 — perfect for photos on a sunny day. The bookshelf maze is also great for aesthetic shots. 3️⃣ Red Brick Market Why go: A must-visit for vintage lovers! Housed in a converted industrial red-brick factory, you can browse vintage jewelry, vinyl records, and handmade crafts. If you’re lucky, you might even find a Labubu! It’s one of the coolest vintage markets I’ve ever explored. 🍚 Lunch: Chaophraya Thai Restaurant (inside The Mailbox) Order: Everything is delicious — but don’t forget the mango sticky rice 🥭 (I did…😭). Window seats offer lovely canal views! 💸 Discount: 10% off with student ID. 4️⃣ Brindleyplace Canal Area How to enjoy: Stroll along the canal and admire the colorful narrow boats. The industrial-style iron bridges make a cinematic backdrop 📸! ➕ Bonus: Take a water taxi (£3/person) and listen to the boatman’s stories about the Industrial Revolution. 5️⃣ Jewellery Quarter Hidden gem: Watch artisans handcraft jewelry on Vyse Street — custom rings start from just £30! 💍 6️⃣ Cadbury World Highlight: Ride the chocolate train through a cocoa forest and DIY your own named chocolate bar (so cute!). 💸 Save money: Book online in advance to save £2 (student ticket £13), or get half-price entry after 4 PM. 🌙 Dinner: Haidilao Hot Pot (much cheaper than London!) The staff were super kind and gave us two big bags of Haidilao snacks 😍💖 🎓 Student deal: 31% off on weekdays from 2-5 PM or after 10 PM. ✨ Atmosphere++: After dinner, take a walk to The Mailbox shopping centre — the neon lights and canal reflections are magical! 💡 Walking Tips: Transport: Walk + take the bus (£2.4 per trip, or £4.5 for a day pass). What to wear: Comfy shoes + a light jacket (you know UK weather 🌧️), and bright clothes for better photos! 📌 Key points: Start at 9 AM to cover all spots! Bring your student ID for discounts. #BirminghamTravel #UniversityOfBirmingham #UKStudents #UKTravel #BirminghamGuide