Birmingham has one of the largest Muslim communities outside London, and that shows in its shopping streets. If you’re flying out for Umrah and need to sort your Ihram and travel essentials, you don’t need to head to the capital, there’s plenty available right here, you just need to know where to look.
Coventry Road is, without question, Birmingham’s busiest strip for Islamic shopping. Within less than a mile you’ll find clothing shops, religious goods stores, and general Islamic retailers, most of them highly rated and well-established.
430 Coventry Rd · 0121 684 5004 · Open until 8:30pm
Rated 4.7 from nearly 3,000 reviews, one of the highest-rated shops on this list. Customers consistently mention good service and a wide product range at fair prices. A solid first stop for general Islamic goods alongside clothing.
349-357 Coventry Rd · 0121 773 6446 · Open until 8pm
Rated 4.1 from around 1,500 reviews. Shoppers specifically highlight the abayas here as good quality and reasonably priced, worth checking for women’s travel wear.
414 Coventry Rd · 07440 575805 · Open until 9:30pm
Rated 4.5 from 39 reviews, with one of the latest closing times on this list, useful if you’re shopping after work. Reviewers point to a strong range of stock at competitive prices.
458-464 Coventry Rd · 0121 766 7455 · Open until 8pm
Rated 4.1 from over 1,300 reviews. Another standout for abayas specifically, described by customers as beautiful and reasonably priced.
566, 568 Coventry Rd · 0121 448 8828 · Open until 7:30pm
Rated 4.2 from 71 reviews. Customers mention helpful, friendly service and fair pricing, a good stop for smaller essentials and books.
783 Stratford Rd · 0121 778 4888 · Open until 7pm
Rated 4.9 from 226 reviews, the highest rating on this entire list. A perfume store that’s become a go-to recommendation for good quality Islamic products, well worth a visit, particularly for attar (non-alcoholic fragrance) to take with you.
382 Stratford Rd · 07746 185808 · Open until 7pm
A dedicated hijab and clothing shop on the same strip, useful if you’re specifically after headscarves and modest wear to pack alongside your Ihram.
124-126 Alum Rock Rd · 0121 773 6446 · Open until 7:30pm
Rated 4.3 from 408 reviews. A second Amsons branch, customers describe a decent variety and helpful staff, handy if the Small Heath branch doesn’t have what you need in stock.
17 Alum Rock Rd · 07877 496049 · Open until 7pm
Rated 3.6 from 64 reviews, with on-site services available. Worth a look while browsing Alum Rock, though it’s rated lower than the other shops on this list, so it’s worth comparing before committing to a purchase.
52C, D Lozells Rd · 0121 507 1479 · Open until 7:15pm
Rated 4.5 from 158 reviews. A gift shop praised for reasonable prices, good for smaller travel accessories and Islamic gifts, not to be confused with the separate Zamzam Islamic Store on Coventry Road.
If you only have time for one trip, Coventry Road makes the most sense. With Almanaar, Amsons, Al Rayyan, Ben Harad, and Zamzam all within walking distance of each other, you can realistically compare Ihram sets, toiletries, and abayas across five highly-rated shops in a single afternoon.
Don’t leave this until the week before your flight. These shops get noticeably busier in the run-up to Ramadan and peak Umrah season, and popular Ihram sizes can sell out fast, especially at the higher-rated shops like Almanaar and An Nur. Give yourself at least two to three weeks’ buffer.
Once your Ihram and essentials are sorted, the next step is locking in your travel. Taqwa Tours offers Birmingham Umrah packages, including flights, visa processing, hotel accommodation, and transport, so the rest of your trip is just as well prepared as your packing list. Get in touch with Taqwa Tours to book your Umrah package and secure your dates.
Ben Harad and Amsons (Small Heath) are both specifically praised by customers for good quality, reasonably priced abayas.
Yes, Coventry Road in Small Heath has the highest concentration of shops, Almanaar, Amsons, Al Rayyan, Ben Harad, and Zamzam are all within easy walking distance of each other.
Fragrance-free soap and toiletries, it’s easy to overlook since most everyday products are scented, and it’s a requirement once you’re in the state of Ihram.
Two to three weeks before your flight is a safe buffer, especially during Ramadan or peak Umrah season when stock and popular sizes move fast.
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Written By: Yasir Ali
A senior advisor at Taqwa Tours with over a decade of Umrah planning experience. Every article is written by our in‑house travel experts who have guided thousands of pilgrims from the UK. We share only accurate, up‑to‑date information to help you prepare for your journey.
