[2025 Birmingham Attraction] Travel Guide for Thinktank Birmingham Science Museum (Updated Apr)

#marstongreentrips Perfect for curious minds and those who love planes, engines, and futuristic stuff! ⸻ Day 1: Skies & Science 🏨 Check-in at Arden House – A stylish guesthouse with modern touches just a short drive from the airport. ☕ Breakfast at Café 21 – Freshly brewed coffee and hearty breakfasts to fuel your techy adventure. 📍 Morning: The Birmingham Airport Viewing Area – Watch planes take off and land while spotting rare aircraft up close! 📍 Afternoon: Thinktank Birmingham Science Museum – Hands-on exhibits, space travel, robotics, and an epic steam engine hall. 🍽️ Lunch at The Warehouse Café – A cool, ethical café with plant-based options and a fun, nerdy vibe. 📍 Evening: Virtual Reality Gaming at Vortex Gaming (NEC) – Test out cutting-edge tech in a fun and immersive environment. 🍔 Dinner at Gourmet Burger Kitchen (Resorts World) – Refuel with tasty burgers and milkshakes while chatting all things aviation. ⸻ Day 2: Heritage Meets Tech 🥐 Breakfast at Fressh – A vegan-friendly breakfast spot known for its smoothies and energy bowls. 📍 Morning: RAF Museum Cosford (short drive) – Explore aviation history, from WWI to Cold War jets and drones. 🍽️ Lunch at The Boat House Café (Baddesley Clinton) – Lakeside dining with peaceful views and quality food. 🚘 Departure – Mind blown by machines, skies, and science.

#birminghamtrip for Landmarks & Activities 🏙️🏎️ (A mix of sightseeing & fun hands-on experiences! 🎢) 🛬 Arrive & Check-in at Malmaison Birmingham 🏨 – A stylish converted mail office hotel. 🥞 Breakfast at Yorks Café & Coffee Roasters ☕ – Try their shakshuka or banana bread. 📍 Morning: Aston Hall & Park 🏰 • A Jacobean mansion with grand rooms & beautiful gardens. 📍 Afternoon: Thinktank Science Museum 🚀 • Explore space exhibitions, interactive displays & a planetarium. 🍽️ Lunch at The Church Inn 🍽️ – A laid-back pub with Southern-style BBQ. 📍 Evening: Star City – Entertainment Hub 🎳 • Go bowling, watch a movie or try indoor skiing & crazy golf. 🍷 Dinner at Gaucho Birmingham 🥩 – An Argentinian steakhouse with city views. ⸻ 🥐 Day 2: Supercars & Skyline Views 🚗 📍 Morning: Drive a Supercar at Birmingham Wheels Raceway 🏎️ • Experience high-speed laps in a Ferrari, Lamborghini or Aston Martin! 📍 Afternoon: Climb the Library of Birmingham for Skyline Views 🌆 • The secret rooftop garden has some of the best views in the city. 🚖 Departure – Leaving with a mix of history, adrenaline & unforgettable moments! 🎢

#birminghamtrip (Secret tunnels, odd museums & underground bars! 🏙️✨) ⸻ 🗓️ Day 1: Hidden History & Secret Bars 🔍🍸 🛬 Arrive & Check-in at Selina Birmingham – Artsy & Quirky Stay 🎨 🥐 Brunch at Grand Central Kitchen – Cozy Local Gem 🍳 📍 Explore Birmingham’s Hidden Catacombs 🏛️ • 🕵️ Mysterious tunnels beneath the Jewellery Quarter 📍 Coffin Works – Victorian Funeral Factory ☠️ • ⚙️ Titanic & Churchill’s coffin fittings were made here! 🍽️ Lunch at The Jekyll & Hyde – Potion Cocktails & Whimsical Vibes 🎩 📍 Pen Museum – A Whole Museum About Pens?! 🖊️ 📍 Tilt – Hidden Arcade Bar 🎮🍻 • 🕹️ Classic pinball & craft beers 🌙 Dinner at The Lost & Found – Grand Victorian Restaurant 🍽️ 📍 Speakeasy: 1888 Bar – A Secret Bar Behind a Bookshelf 📚🍸 ⸻ 🗓️ Day 2: Vintage, UFOs & Sci-Fi Fun 👽🚀 🥞 Breakfast at Cherry Reds – Retro Café & Pancakes ☕ 📍 Red Brick Market – Vintage & Odd Collectibles 🛍️ 📍 Strange & Unusual – Taxidermy, Witchy Books & Goth Decor 🦇 🍽️ Lunch at The Wilderness – Michelin-Starred Rock & Roll Dining 🤘 📍 UFO Sightings Tour – Birmingham’s Alien Encounters 👾 📍 Thinktank Science Museum – Future Tech & Space Exhibits 🚀 🚖 Evening: One Last Drink at The Pineapple Club 🍍🍹

#birminghamtrip for Families & Kids 🎡🦁 (A fun-filled adventure for kids & parents alike! 🎠🐘) 🗓️ Day 1: Fun & Learning 🛬 Arrive & Check-in at Staybridge Suites – Family-Friendly Hotel 🏨 🍳 Breakfast at Boston Tea Party – Kid-Friendly & Yummy 🥞 🦖 Morning: Thinktank Science Museum 🔬 • 🚀 Planetarium shows & science experiments • 🦕 Dinosaur skeletons & hands-on play areas 🍔 Lunch at Original Patty Men – Best Burgers in Town 🍔 🎠 Afternoon: LEGOLAND Discovery Centre & SEA LIFE 🧱🐠 • 🦈 See sharks, turtles & interactive water exhibits • 🏰 Build LEGO masterpieces & go on fun rides 🌙 Evening: Family Dinner & Bowling 🎳 • 🍕 Pizza at Rudy’s – Naples-style perfection 🍕 • 🎳 Hollywood Bowl for arcade games & bowling fun ⸻ 🗓️ Day 2: Animals & Adventure 🐘 Morning: Visit Dudley Zoo & Castle 🦁🏰 (~30 min drive from Birmingham 🚗) • 🦒 Over 1,300 animals, from lions to lemurs • 🏰 Explore the medieval Dudley Castle ruins 🌭 Lunch at The Lodge Café – Perfect for Kids & Families 🍽️ 🚂 Afternoon: Mini Steam Train Ride at Statfold Barn Railway 🚆 • 🚂 Ride on vintage trains through scenic countryside 🌙 Evening: Fun Indoor Activities 🎮 • 🍛 Dinner at Tamatanga – Kid-Friendly Indian Food • 🏎️ Kart racing at TeamSport or a VR gaming experience 🥞 Brunch at Wayland’s Yard – Cozy & Relaxing ☕ 🛍️ Quick Shopping at The Mailbox (Luxury Shops & Gifts) 🛍️ 🚖 Airport or Train Station Transfer 🛫

#birminghamtrip for Zoo & Family Fun 🦁🎡 (Perfect for those who love animals, fun attractions & relaxed vibes! 🐨🎠✨) ⸻ 🗓️ Day 1: Birmingham Wildlife & Fun Attractions 🦒🐒 🛬 Morning: Arrive & Check-in at Hyatt Regency Birmingham 🏨 (Great for families & near everything!) 🥞 Breakfast at Boston Tea Party – A Cozy Café with Pancakes & Smoothies 🍳 🚗 Morning: Explore West Midland Safari Park 🦁🐘 (A short drive from Birmingham!) • 🚙 Drive-through safari with lions, rhinos & zebras! • 🎢 Theme park rides & dinosaur adventure trail 🍔 Lunch at the Safari Park – Quick & Easy Options 🍕 🚗 Afternoon: Back to Birmingham & Fun at Legoland Discovery Centre 🏰🧱 (Indoor Lego playground!) 🌙 Evening: Dinner & Chill Time 🍽️ • 🍕 Dinner at Rudy’s – Family-friendly Neapolitan pizza spot • 🍨 Dessert at My Cookie Dough – Gooey, Warm Cookie Dough Treats 🍪 ⸻ 🗓️ Day 2: Zoo, Science & Relaxing Walks 🌳🔬 🍳 Brunch at Gas Street Social – Kids’ Menu & Great Coffee ☕ 🚗 Morning: Explore Dudley Zoo & Castle 🦉🏰 (Beautiful zoo inside a historic castle!) • 🦘 See Red Pandas, Tigers & Kangaroos • 🏰 Walk through the 11th-century castle ruins 🥗 Lunch at The Ivy – Fancy but Relaxed British Classics 🍽️ 🔬 Afternoon: Fun at Thinktank Science Museum 🔭🚀 (Interactive exhibits & a planetarium!) 🚶 Evening: Walk Around Birmingham’s Canals & Final Ice Cream Stop 🍦 🚖 Train or Flight Departure ✈️🚆

Train from Bristol to Birmingham and I great time at the Thinktank museum. Both kids 1yrs and 5yrs loved the mini Brum section. We used Tesco Clubcard vouchers to access the museum