Birmingham

Start your adventure at the Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery (BMAG), where the treasures of the world unfold right before your eyes. This dazzling establishment boasts an array of art collections including Pre-Raphaelite paintings, so you can channel your inner art connoisseur while trying to interpret what “The Artist in the Living Room” actually means. Don’t forget to take a detour to their ancient Egyptian artifacts – who knew mummies could be so entertaining? Oh, and if you bump into a statue of a man with a massive beard, just know that a little beard envy is totally normal!

Chocoholics rejoice! Next, we delve into the delectable world of Cadbury World, where you can learn everything about the chocolate-making process – from bean to bar! You’ll get to enjoy interactive exhibits that might make you feel like a kid in a candy store, minus the guilt of borrowing from parents. Plus, at the end of your tour, there’s enough chocolate to satisfy even the biggest sweet tooth, so bring a chocolate-loving friend or a very understanding scale. And remember, you can’t just nibble on the chocolate; you might need to do a complete tasting research for science!

Next, let’s take a stroll through the Birmingham Botanical Gardens, a sanctuary where flora and fauna get to show off their best outfits. This 15-acre paradise is home to more than 7,000 plants – in case you ever wanted to throw a plant party, this is it! The glasshouses are a treat, offering a tropical escape from the mundane English weather, so wear your sun hat and pretend you’re sipping a piña colada. Just don’t get too comfortable; if a plant starts chatting with you, it’s best to check your caffeine levels!

Onward to the Library of Birmingham, where the books are as large as your imagination! This architectural marvel boasts one of the largest collections of the UK’s archives, plus, it looks like a giant book-wrapped birthday gift – minus the wrapping paper, of course. You can roam through the stunning reading rooms, and if you’re lucky, you might just spot a future author hunched over a novel while inhaling caffeine like it’s oxygen. Don’t forget to hit the rooftop garden for a quick selfie with the city skyline; trust me, your Instagram feed needs this view!

Finally, we end our escapades at The Bullring Shopping Centre, the bustling heart of Birmingham’s retail therapy scene. Home to over 200 shops, it’s basically a place where you can burn calories walking… straight to the nearest food court! Keep an eye out for the famous Selfridges building – it looks like a giant spaceship landed in the middle of the city. Remember to keep your wallet close and your shopping list ready, because losing count of how many shoes you “need” is a rite of passage here!