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A smartphone displaying a tour app interface with a memorial setup at Black Sabbath Bridge. 1
A plaque on a metal structure. 2
A modern building with a sign reading "Rum Runner Work." 3
A gated entrance to The Flapper pub with a sign and a logo on the wall. 4
A building with signage reading "FORUM BIRMINGHAM". 5
By VoiceMap Audio Tours
Free cancellation available
Price is P 731 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 2h 30m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation

Overview

  • This walking tour explores Birmingham’s musical heritage, tracing how heavy metal and diverse genres emerged from its industrial heart. Starting at Ozzy the Bull, you’ll journey through sixty years of rock history.

    Key Highlights:

    Visit The Crown, where Black Sabbath debuted, and sites hosting icons like Nirvana and The Clash.

    Discover how local artists birthed grindcore and global anthems while navigating political lawsuits and societal discontent.

    Browse tenured record stores and see the Black Sabbath Bench.

    Uncover the Brummie roots of Fleetwood Mac and how factory life shaped the “metal” sound.

Activity location

  • Ozzy the Bull
    • New Street Station Forecourt East Mews
    • B2 4QA, Birmingham, England, United Kingdom

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Ozzy the Bull
    • New Street Station Forecourt East Mews
    • B2 4QA, Birmingham, England, United Kingdom

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The Birmingham Rock and Metal Self-Guided Walking Tour in English

  • Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes2h 30m
    2h 30m
  • Opening hours: Wed 0:00-23:59
  • English
Language options: English
Price details
P 730.60 x 1 AdultP 730.60
Total
Price is P 730.60

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Lifetime access to this tour in English before your booking date and after it
  • Inclusions
    Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
  • Inclusions
    App for Android and iOS
  • Inclusions
    Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
  • Inclusions
    Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start
  • Exclusions
    Smartphone and headphones
  • Exclusions
    Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour
  • Exclusions
    Food and drink
  • Exclusions
    Transportation

Know before you book

    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • The total tour time includes walking the route and passing by the attractions

Activity itinerary

Ozzy the Bull (Pass by)

Stroll past this massive 33-foot mechanical beast inside New Street Station. Learn about Birmingham’s industrial heritage and see the sculpture named after the Prince of Darkness himself. Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour.

The Crown Inn, Birmingham (Pass by)

Pass by the legendary "birthplace of heavy metal" where Black Sabbath played their first gig. Learn about its history as Henry’s Blues House and its recent protected listed status. Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour.

Bonehead (Pass by)

Walk along Lower Severn Street to find this cult-favorite fried chicken spot. Experience a unique atmosphere where extreme metal music pairs perfectly with some of the city's best wings. Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour.

ODEON Birmingham New Street (Pass by)

ODEON Birmingham New Street Stroll past this historic cinema that served as a premier rock venue for decades. Learn about the legendary acts that performed here, from AC/DC to the Rolling Stones. Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour.

Swordfish Records (Pass by)

Pass by this enduring independent record shop that has survived since 1979. Browse vinyl and CDs while learning about the famous musicians who have flipped through these very racks. Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour.

Birmingham Cathedral (Pass by)

Walk along the grounds of "Pigeon Park" to see this 18th-century Baroque landmark. Learn about its connection to alternative culture and its appearance in 90s indie music videos. Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour.

Birmingham Town Hall (Pass by)

Stroll past this Roman-inspired masterpiece opened in 1834. Discover its transition from classical music hub to a stage for rock icons like Led Zeppelin and Black Sabbath. Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour.

The Flapper (Pass by)

Pass by this beloved canalside pub and grassroots music venue. Learn how community support saved this iconic spot, which hosted early shows by bands like Editors and Peace. Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour.

Black Sabbath Bench (Pass by)

View the portraits of the founding members and honor the legacy of Birmingham’s most famous band, Black Sabbath. Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour.

Location

Activity location

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    Ozzy the Bull
    • New Street Station Forecourt East Mews
    • B2 4QA, Birmingham, England, United Kingdom

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Ozzy the Bull
    • New Street Station Forecourt East Mews
    • B2 4QA, Birmingham, England, United Kingdom

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