Birmingham Walking Tour: Canals Victorians & Today (1:30pm)

Departure Point We start and end at the main entrance of the Library of Birmingham in Centenary Square B1 2EA Return Details We start and end at the main entrance of the Library of Birmingham in Centenary Square B1 2EA Duration 2 hours Languages Available Human tour guide - English Points of Interest Stop At: Library of Birmingham Centenary Sq Birmingham We start and finish at this amazing new liibrary that is one of the major tourist attractions of Birmingham Duration: 10 minutes Stop At: International Convention Centre Birmingham 8 Centenary Square Birmingham We look at Symphony Hall ad the ICC and it's role in the city. Duration: 10 minutes Stop At: Brindleyplace Brindley Place Birmingham We look at the history of Brindleyplace as well as the modern day. Duration: 10 minutes Stop At: Gas Street Basin Gas St Birmingham We consider the coming of the canals and look at this amazingly atmospheric centre of the Country's canal network. Duration: 15 minutes Stop At: Victoria Square Birmingham We consider public art and also the development of Birmingham during the Victorian period. We look at the developments in the up to date city Duration: 10 minutes Stop At: Chamberlain Square Birmingham We look at the way Birmingham is moving into the future. Duration: 10 minutes Stop At: Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery Chamberlain Square Birmingham We pass the entrance and see the amazing 1880s design of the double portico. Duration: 2 minutes Stop At: The Mailbox Royal Mail Street Birmingham We see the conversion of the former post office sorting office into a mixed use development which includes the Birmingham headquarters of the BBC. Duration: 5 minutes Stop At: The Cube 196 Wharfside Street Birmingham The cube is major development at the back part of the Mailbox development. Views from the upper floors are among the best in the city. Duration: 1 minute Stop At: Ikon Gallery 1 Oozells Square Brindleyplace Birmingham The Ikon Gallery was originally built as a school and is one of over forty built by the architects Martin & Chamberlain. Duration: Not Available Stop At: Hall of Memory Centenary Sq. Birmingham Art Deco style memorial built originally in 1925 to remember the fallen of the First World War but now includes WW II and more recent conflicts. Houses some fantastic art deco features including William Bloye tablets. Duration: 5 minutes Stop At: ICC Mall The International Convention Centre Centenary Sq. Birmingham The main route from Centenary Square to the canalside. Duration: 10 minutes Stop At: Birmingham Town Hall Victoria Square Birmingham The oldest building in Victoria Square dating from 1834. Duration: 5 minutes Additional Information Wheelchair accessible Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Service animals allowed Public transportation options are available nearby Transportation options are wheelchair accessible All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness Our route can be accessible for wheelchairs but we do need to modify the route and would appreciate an email from you if you intend to bring a wheelchair. Our Access Policy is clearly stated on the Positively Birmingham Walking Tours website. Inclusions We use a live audio system. Each guest is loaned a receiver to hear the guide who wears a radio transmitter. Guest bring their own earphones with a 3.5mm socket or we provide a new pair. Exclusions This tour may use an audio system - but not always. Redemption Instructions Tours start promptly at 13:30 so please arrive 5-10 minutes early. Tour duration is approximately 1 3/4 hours. Voucher Info Mobile or paper ticket accepted The tour identified in this promotion is made available through Viator. Groupon is not affiliated with or sponsored by the Positively Birmingham Walking Tours in connection with this deal. Please contact Groupon customer service for all inquiries related to this offer. Inquiries placed to Viator will be directed back to Groupon. This offer is not eligible for promo codes.