Popular Destinations in Birmingham

THE NATIONAL MOTORCYCLE MUSEUM

If you love motorcycles, a visit to The National Motorcycle Museum, just twenty minutes from Birmingham, should be part of your itinerary. It is the most extensive collection of British motorcycles in the world. Imagine seeing 1,000 machines from 170 different manufacturers. There is a free guided tour every Friday, or you can make an advance booking for a private tour for your group. The United Kingdom has a proud history of Motorcycle manufacturing and you will see a fantastic selection of fully restored motorcycles from the past to the Superbikes of today. The National Motorcycle Museum is wheelchair accessible and has a food court with a good selection of food and drinks.

SHAKESPEARE EXPRESS

Have you ever been on an old-fashioned steam train? The Shakespeare Express is a fully operational steam train that runs between Birmingham and Stratford-upon-Avon. Relive the golden age of train travel on this magnificent journey. Trains only operate on Sundays from April to September, so you will want to book in advance. The journey from Birmingham takes just over an hour, and you will have time to shop and sightsee in Stratford before returning to Birmingham. You can opt for a regular tourist class ticket or upgrade to Pullman class. Here you will enjoy a full English breakfast on the morning journey and afternoon tea on your return journey. You won’t want to miss the opportunity to travel on the Shakespeare Express.

GREAT WESTERN ARCADE

Have you ever been on an old-fashioned steam train? The Shakespeare Express is a fully operational steam train that runs between Birmingham and Stratford-upon-Avon. Relive the golden age of train travel on this magnificent journey. Trains only operate on Sundays from April to September, so you will want to book in advance. The journey from Birmingham takes just over an hour, and you will have time to shop and sightsee in Stratford before returning to Birmingham. You can opt for a regular tourist class ticket or upgrade to Pullman class. Here you will enjoy a full English breakfast on the morning journey and afternoon tea on your return journey. You won’t want to miss the opportunity to travel on the Shakespeare Express.

Final Note

We have enlisted some of the best places for day trips near Birmingham. These are destinations that you can visit with friends or family on a coach charter. In case you want a minibus hire driver or any other vehicle, contact The Coach Company. We can provide a range of professional coach options whenever and wherever you need them.