Step back in time at these restored 19th-century houses. Managed by the National Trust, they offer a glimpse into the lives of Birmingham’s working-class families. Winner of the Traveller's Choice Award by Tripadvisor, it is also ranked as top budget-friendly day out in Brum. National Trust members go free, a family ticket costs around £22 pounds.Step back in time at these restored 19th-century houses. Managed by the National Trust, they offer a glimpse into the lives of Birmingham’s working-class families. Winner of the Traveller's Choice Award by Tripadvisor, it is also ranked as top budget-friendly day out in Brum. National Trust members go free, a family ticket costs around £22 pounds.
Step back in time at these restored 19th-century houses. Managed by the National Trust, they offer a glimpse into the lives of Birmingham’s working-class families. Winner of the Traveller's Choice Award by Tripadvisor, it is also ranked as top budget-friendly day out in Brum. National Trust members go free, a family ticket costs around £22 pounds. | Flickr

Discover Birmingham's best cheap days out for 2025: 14 must-try February half-term trips

Emma Walker
By Emma Walker

Editor

Published 11th Feb 2025, 10:30 BST

Explore the most affordable and exciting day trips in and around Birmingham for 2025, perfect for family fun this February half-term.

Looking for budget-friendly fun this half-term? We’ve taken a look at Tripadvisor’s top-rated affordable day trips for Brummies.

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Birmingham and the surrounding areas have plenty of fantastic days out that won’t break the bank!

From exploring scenic parks to discovering fascinating museums, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

Have we missed any from our list? Get in touch at [email protected].

Explore the fascinating world of coffin making at the Coffin Works, where you can see original machinery and learn about the history of this unique trade. This old Jewellery Quarter firm once operated on a day-to-day basis, producing some of the world's finest coffin furniture. Winner of a Traveller's Choice award on Tripadvisor. Adults pay £8.50, concessions pay £7.50, children aged 5–16 pay £4.50, and children under 5 are free.

5. Coffin Works, 13-15 Fleet St, Birmingham B3 1JP

Explore the fascinating world of coffin making at the Coffin Works, where you can see original machinery and learn about the history of this unique trade. This old Jewellery Quarter firm once operated on a day-to-day basis, producing some of the world's finest coffin furniture. Winner of a Traveller's Choice award on Tripadvisor. Adults pay £8.50, concessions pay £7.50, children aged 5–16 pay £4.50, and children under 5 are free. | Coffin Works

Just a 15 minute walk from the city centre. Located in the historic Jewellery Quarter is St. Paul’s Square, a picturesque Georgian square surrounded by beautiful architecture and charming cobblestone streets. It’s a great spot for a leisurely stroll or a relaxing afternoon at one of the many cafes. The district is packed with historical architecture, interesting free entry museums and lots of places to eat & drink.

6. Jewellery Quarter

Just a 15 minute walk from the city centre. Located in the historic Jewellery Quarter is St. Paul’s Square, a picturesque Georgian square surrounded by beautiful architecture and charming cobblestone streets. It’s a great spot for a leisurely stroll or a relaxing afternoon at one of the many cafes. The district is packed with historical architecture, interesting free entry museums and lots of places to eat & drink. | Flickr

Birmingham Wildlife Conservation Park on the edge of Cannon Hill Park is home to a unique collection of animals from across the world, including Red Pandas, lemurs, reptiles, meerkats, otters, birds, wallabies and a large collection of monkeys. Some of the animals are endangered in the wild and this park plays an important role for their species’ conservation. Ticket prices are under £10 with family bookings available. For more visit the website.

7. Birmingham Wildlife and Conservation Park

Birmingham Wildlife Conservation Park on the edge of Cannon Hill Park is home to a unique collection of animals from across the world, including Red Pandas, lemurs, reptiles, meerkats, otters, birds, wallabies and a large collection of monkeys. Some of the animals are endangered in the wild and this park plays an important role for their species’ conservation. Ticket prices are under £10 with family bookings available. For more visit the website. | Google maps

A historic canal-side street, Gas Street Basin offers a unique blend of old and new. The area is filled with trendy bars, restaurants, and picturesque views of the canal.

8. Gas street basin, Birmingham

A historic canal-side street, Gas Street Basin offers a unique blend of old and new. The area is filled with trendy bars, restaurants, and picturesque views of the canal. | Flickr

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