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• Known as Birmingham’s civic heart, framed by grand Victorian architecture.

• The Council House and Town Hall make a dramatic backdrop for wide-angle shots.

• “The River” fountain, often called the “Floozie in the Jacuzzi,” adds movement to photos.

• Great place to capture scale, contrast, and perspective with tall stone buildings.

• Seasonal events and street performers can add candid photography opportunities.

• Ideal first stop to set the tone with both people-focused and architectural shots

• Famous for its Pre-Raphaelite collection and historic exhibitions.

• The entrance archway and steps create strong leading lines for compositions.

• Interiors offer soft light filtering through tall windows — great for portraiture.

• Artwork and sculptures give opportunities for detail-focused close-ups.

• The exterior mixes red brick and stone, contrasting against the city’s modern skyline.

• A spot to practice photographing both still subjects and bustling visitor life.

• A curated walking trail highlighting Birmingham’s most iconic landmarks.

• Offers a mix of historic and contemporary architecture within steps of each other.

• Perfect for capturing a “sense of place” — showing the city’s evolving identity.

• Look for reflections in modern glass buildings alongside older facades.

• Public art and monuments provide strong focal points for photography.

• A flexible space to experiment with framing and storytelling through images.

• Striking gold-and-black lattice design makes it one of the UK’s most photogenic libraries.

• The rooftop terraces give panoramic shots of the Birmingham skyline.

• Inside, sweeping staircases and geometric shapes create dynamic compositions.

• Natural light floods in, making it ideal for experimenting with shadows and contrast.

• The Shakespeare Memorial Room is a hidden gem for interior detail shots.

• A must-stop for wide shots that capture modern design against the sky.

• Sleek, modern glass architecture reflecting the canals nearby.

• The long colonnade outside creates perspective and symmetry in photos.

• Busy event crowds add energy — good for street/documentary photography.

• Interiors combine sharp lines and bold lighting — ideal for abstract shots.

• Contrasts beautifully with neighbouring historic buildings and canals.

• A chance to experiment with both minimalism and motion

Discover mystery locations on your tour, this will be decided on the day with the weather, fresh Grafitti, preference of the guests on the tour and new Instagrammable locations being found by our PicTours Guides. You will find out at the start of each tour where you’ll find the best hidden gems.