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Gods & Monsters Walking Tour

Meet me nearby: Birmingham Museums Trust, Birmingham,, B3 3DH
2 hrs
Arts & Culture

Discover the Gods and Monsters walking tour, praised by The Times as one of the top five things to do in Birmingham. Led by Kevin, a local photographer and passionate guide, this tour will lead you through Birmingham’s breathtaking buildings, revealing the mythological creatures that have inspired the city’s stunning structures.

Wander the vibrant streets of the city centre, searching for figures like Hebe, the Griffin, and Poseidon, all hidden in plain sight. Join host Kevin on this fantastic, fact-filled adventure and see Birmingham’s history and architecture in a new light.

What’s Included:

  • Explore Birmingham’s architecture with local photographer and guide Kevin.
  • Discover mythological figures like Hebe, the Griffin, and Poseidon.
  • Enjoy a fact-filled walking tour through the city’s vibrant streets.
  • See Birmingham’s buildings in a new, myth-inspired light.
  • Experience one of the top tours in Birmingham as praised by The Times.

Minimum fitness level required.

Age restrictions: 20+

Adult £15
Group Ticket £45

Available dates

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Sat, 09 Nov 11:00 - 13:00
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What people are saying

★★★★★
Matthew Tozer
Jun 2023

The tour gives a unique perspective on building details most people (including myself) walk past ...

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JOHN ASQUITH
Jun 2023

My second walk with Kevin who is always helpful, knowledgeable & funny. Love my City but going on...

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Patricia McSorley
Mar 2023

Kevin only had me on the tour due to the bus strike but he was happy to proceed. I learnt so much...

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How to get there

Birmingham Museums Trust, Birmingham,, B3 3DH

Facilities

  • Experience takes place outdoors

On the day

  • This tour is about 1/2 miles and takes approximately 1.5 hours
  • You'll start and finish at Birmingham Museum.
  • The terrain is mainly flat, but good mobility is required as you will be in an urban landscape
  • The tour will go ahead unless the weather conditions are deemed unsafe by the met office
  • Suitable clothing is recommended

Changes happen, don't worry

How to change dates
Change of plans? You can easily rebook the next available slot up to 30 days before your experience.
How to get a refund
Can't make it? We understand things happen! You can cancel and get a full refund up to 30 days before your experience.
Please note that this refund policy does not apply to gift bookings. You may reschedule your gift if outside the time period stated above. However, all gifts are non-refundable and expire exactly 1 year after the date of purchase.

You'll be hosted by

Kevin Tomas

If you’re on the hunt for Birmingham’s most mysterious and unheard-of spots, then you’re in the right place! Meet Kevin- the expert behind Birmingham Heritage Walks.

Kevin offers walking tours of the city that will surprise even the most clued-up Brummies! From lost pubs of the Jewellery Quarter to mysterious burial Catacombs, his tours uncover the fascinating people and hidden stories behind Birmingham’s famous landmarks.

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Available dates

Choose a slot to begin your booking
This is a gift
Choose a date later
Sat, 09 Nov 11:00 - 13:00
15 places left