Prepare for an underwater realm full to the brim with glittering scales, humongous tentacles, and razor-sharp teeth. Marvel at the cheeky antics of the Gentoo penguins before meeting a crab or starfish at the Interactive Rockpool. Discover the majestic jellyfish, be brave and take a peek at the piranhas and feel part of the story in the 4D Cinema. Venture into an underwater realm like no other and get face-to-fin with some of the strangest creatures you’ll ever meet in the UK’s only 360° Ocean Tunnel, home to sharks, rays and a giant green sea turtle!

Discover the excitement of Alton Towers Resort with its variety of rides, attractions and entertainment for thrill-seekers, families and kids of all ages! See the Alton Towers Dungeon which was launched in 2019 and is a hilariously hideous journey through Staffordshire’s darkest history. Experience 7 world-class rollercoasters throughout the resort. Ride on the latest addition, "Wicker Man", that brings together wood and fire, as well as "Nemesis" with its iconic twists and turns, "Oblivion" with its sheer vertical drop, and "The Smiler" with its world-record 14 inversions. For those with little ones in tow, explore "CBeebies Land", which is the perfect place to meet some of your favourite CBeebies friends including the Teletubbies, Peter Rabbit, and Postman Pat. Families can also discover Sharkbait Reef by SEA LIFE, learn to drive at Cuckoo Cars Driving School, catch the Runaway Mine Train, or enjoy the spins and thrills on Spinball Whizzer!

Find out how Birmingham grew from a small market town to the second largest city in the country on this guided walking tour of the city center. Gain authentic insights into modern life in the city and explore some hidden gems along the way. Meet your guide amid the lush greenery in Cathedral Square where you can admire the English Baroque architecture of St Philip’s Cathedral. Continue down Broad Street which is popular for it's vibrant nightlife.  Listen as your guide tells you about Birmingham’s boom during the industrial revolution. Hear the story of its iconic canals and about how it is the home of Cadbury chocolate. Make your way to Centenary Square where you can admire the fountains. Stoll past the modern Symphony Hall and head to Victoria Square in the center of the city. View the Town Hall and the Council House. Finish your tour at the 19th-century Ikon Gallery. 

Only minutes from Birmingham city center, Winterbourne House is a unique heritage attraction set within beautiful botanic gardens. Find yourself in a 7-acre oasis home to over 6000 different plant species, and enjoy a peaceful stroll in tranquil surroundings. Inside, escape the modern world as you explore period rooms filled with antiques and Edwardian era soft furnishings. Learn about the families that lived here and how Winterbourne came to be part of the University of Birmingham.

GoBoat is the eco-friendly boating company on a mission to get more people on the UK’s waterways. Enjoy a unique, sustainable and exciting experience with friends and family and explore your city from the water. Each GoBoat seats up to eight passengers and the experience is both dog and child friendly with life jackets and buoyancy aids provided. No prior boating knowledge is necessary, with staff giving a full driving and safety tutorial before setting sail. Enjoy a leisurely cruise, with the boats travelling at speeds of up to 4mph, and take in some of Birmingham’s most impressive views from a new perspective. GoBoats are powered by an almost silent electric motor, an eco-friendlier alternative to petrol engines. The deck and table are made from sustainably sourced forestry wood and the foam kernel is made of 80 per cent recycled PET - the equivalent of 600 plastic bottles. Each boat has seating around a central table creating a sociable space ideal for groups of friends, colleagues and families alike. It makes a great date activity too - passengers are encouraged to bring their own picnic and GoBoat will provide cosy blankets if the weather turns chilly or umbrellas and ponchos if it rains. The self-drive boating experience offers guests one-, two- or three-hour trips on electric picnic boats seven days a week, with booking starting from 9.30am every day.

Start at the modern Library of Birmingham in the brand new Centenary Square. The public art of the Square gives some early clues on the history of this central birthplace of the Industrial Revolution. Buildings all around help you understand the depth of arts and commerce that Birmingham overflows with today. Heading through the International Convention Centre, appreciate the modern Symphony Hall known as one of the finest concert hall acoustics to experience in the world today. Discover why the opening of James Brindley’s canal into the town in the 1770s was hugely important to the development of Birmingham. Experience these rejuvenated waterways and see the many new uses that they have been put to. Moving through Brindleyplace see the huge efforts of the Victorians in working to make the burgeoning town into a model for others to follow. This was the home of the Civic Gospel with the Municipal Revolution seeing efforts to educate, bring clean water to the town and clear poor quality housing. Modern architecture is all around and the walk through the city squares gives an appreciation of the way old and new has been integrated into the modern city.

Discover the wonderful world of LEGO at the Legoland Discovery Centre in Birmingham. Bring your imagination and creativity to life at the many build stations, discover the wonders of Miniland, and enjoy the 4D movies at the LEGO® Cinema Experience. Upon arrival, first explore Miniland and see airships swoop and towers glow as the wonderful LEGO world changes from day to night. Spot the mischievous Minifigures hiding in amongst the constructions, and check out the world's smallest Primark! You can bring your imagination and creativity to life where you’ll help build the coolest city that you can imagine at the build stations. From towering skyscrapers to cosy cottages, the possibilities are endless. Join your favorite LEGO characters on action-packed adventures at the 4D LEGO Cinema Experience, complete with rain, wind, and even snow, all under one roof. Enjoy an immersive short 4D movie that will bring the characters to life. Hop on the Kingdom Quest ride to defeat the beastly trolls and sneaky skeletons lurking. Can you zap them all to save the Princess? Kids can enjoy the LEGO City Soft Play Area where they can conquer a variety of obstacles and slides. Choose to include an admission ticket to the National SEALIFE Centre located nearby. Discover over 60 displays of freshwater and marine life such as giant green sea turtles, blacktip reef sharks, and tropical reef fish. Stroll through only fully transparent 360-degree underwater tunnel in the UK

A playful experience to discover the secrets of Birmingham, a mystery walk similar to an escape room but outdoors! Your team will receive clues on their phones that, once deciphered, will guide them around a route that showcases it's secret sights and great pubs/bars/cafes. The routes are all walking distance and clues get you working together and interacting with the city surroundings to find the answers, no prior knowledge required. Discover fascinating and amusing facts about Birmingham's past and present as you weave your way through the city. Make the day your own as you solve clues and challenges as a team; with friends, family or colleagues. Get competitive - race to the finish and set a leader board time, or simply go at your own pace and soak it all in. With recommended refreshment stops at top-rated pubs/cafes/bars that you can choose to indulge and refresh along the way. There are two stops on this route; - Half way; Lovely modern bar with a terrace overlooking the canal. Historic brass foundry, now a busy pub and restaurant with red-brick walls and wooden flooring. - Finish location; Classic British food, plus sandwiches and cocktails, in quirky rooms in a grand Victorian building. Monthly challenges are available for teams to submit pictures/videos of their experience to win cash prizes each month. Links sent in the welcome message and information available on our website. For larger group bookings we recommend splitting up into teams of up to 5-8 people - this helps keep everyone in the team immersed and interacting with the game. Corporate bookings and packages are available, please email us at hello@thesecret.city for more information. Tickets can be used on any day and we have a 'love it or your money back' guarantee, we aim to provide a fantastic day for you! The Secret City awaits.

Our charismatic guide walks you through The Coffin Works, the former factory that's now a famous museum and the city's largest immigration office. Discover the place where famous inventor scientist James Watt lived for over 20 years. Isn't it interesting that 40% of all jewelry in the UK is produced in the Jewelry Quarter? It's 19th-century workshops, cafes, and bars display unique history. Catch us at the main entrance of Colmore row. This tour ensures to impress with its cozy unique exploration. Thus, making it a trending tourist attraction. Also, explore how were the toys in the Birmingham quarter, why a peg is essential for jewelers past and present, and grab a prime seat at the Jeweler's church.

We start at the famous Bull statue in the Bullring and walk down to the historic Digbeth & Deritend area to discover it's history, public art, and possible locations for the Peaky Blinders feature film. Conducted by Jonathan Berg, author and photographer, who runs the top-rated Positively Birmingham walking tours. His book on the public art of Birmingham is due to be published in November 2023. This 2-hour takes you from the city centre to bohemian Digbeth using pavements, footbpaths and towpaths with a route of over just 4 km. This area is soon to be the location for the Peaky Blinder feature film, with production due to start in the next year or so. The coming of HS2 and the Metro tram and the modernity of this place as it becomes ever more part of the city centre adds to tour excitement. We return to the city centre to finish at a 'not for profit' pub in Great Western Arcde.