When you’ve lived somewhere for a long time, it’s forget how lovely a place can be. So this is your reminder: Birmingham is pretty and these dotted streets around the city show just how beautiful it can be. The prettiest streets in Birmingham are an unusual mix of cute crescents, ravishing roads, lovely lanes, and perfect paths. From roads with buildings donned with murals and brightly-coloured paint to little cobbled lanes and historical buildings on some of the busier streets, these all bring plenty of character to Birmingham.
1. Oozells Square
Ok, so it’s a square not a street but look how picture perfect it is, especially when decorated with cherry blossom. Part of Brindleyplace, Oozells Square is also home to the Ikon Gallery where you can discover plenty of contemporary art.
2. Cannon Street
Located in the city centre, this curvy street is great to go down with all the beautiful shop fronts. It’s also perfect for a little retail therapy and a change of scenery from your usual large shopping centres.
3. Floodgate Street
Floodgate Street feels quite magical, especially when the lights come on at night- also very useful in guiding you home after a great night out in Digbeth. See more about the area here.
4. Gas Street Basin
Once again, we know it’s not a street but taking a walk down to Gas Street Basin is great. Have a pint at The Canal House and watch the world go by across the water.
5. Colmore Row
Right by St Philip’s Cathedral is Colmore Row. Follow the road south and you’ll find yourself at Victoria Square and the magnificent Town Hall.
6. John Bright Street
John Bright Street and neighbouring street, Lower Severn Street, are not only a pedestrian’s paradise but here you can take your pick from multiple bars and restaurants like Cherry Reds.
7. Gibb Street
Home of the Custard Factory, Gibb Street in Digbeth has plenty of character with its murals, lights and archways. Check out reasons to visit the Custard Factory here.
8. Margaret Street
Birmingham is donned with many red-bricked buildings including Margaret Street. On this street you’ll find the Birmingham City University’s School of Art. Not a bad place to study, eh?
9. Broad Street
The Golden Mile isn’t going to be everyone’s cup of tea – especially at night when you’re dodging all the nightlife revellers – but as home to the Black Sabbath Bridge & Bench, we think its beautiful!
10. Livery Street Bridge
Down on the canals, you’ll find this lovely path. Escape the busy streets of Birmingham and get some great shots with the reflective water or follow the winding path out of the city centre.