Barbican Travel Guide
Kingston
Popular places to visit

Bob Marley Museum
This legend of reggae music made Jamaica famous all over the world, and you can learn all about his fascinating history right here.

Devon House
Explore the opulent home of Jamaica’s first black millionaire, go shopping and sample the famous ice cream in the mansion’s courtyard.

National Heroes Park
Enjoy the sunny outdoors and learn all about Jamaica’s greatest sons and daughters at this huge public park, filled with pieces of modern sculpture.

National Gallery of Jamaica
Discover the most famous Jamaican artists of the last 100 years in the oldest museum in the Anglophone Caribbean.
Palace Cineplex
You can learn about the history of Kingston with a visit to Palace Cineplex. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Jamaica House
You can learn about the history of Kingston with a visit to Jamaica House. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Top hotels in Barbican

Christar Villas Hotel
It was more so a lay over stop until a suitable time to drive to St. Ann. Place is clean, good service, and the staff is friendly. There is bar/restaurant upstairs, and enjoyed their breakfast. The hotel is located on a main and not far from landmarks.
Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

The Gardens
I really enjoyed my stay here,the property was VERY clean,the pool was VERY clean,the view from my room was excellent,omg the bed was very comfortable,this place just gave me a peace of mind,and the owner Anika I give her a huge thumbs up,she was very friendly and helpful it was a 10/10 experience ...
Reviewed on 10 Sept 2025

Luxe City Oasis 2BR with Pool & Gym

ROK Hotel Kingston, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
I enjoyed staying at ROK Hotel. It was next to the water, so you do have a nice breeze at night. There’s a local coffee shop and some dining options across the street. However, the hotel does have a cafe, full restaurant, and poolside restaurant as options for dining. The DJ’s played good music by ...
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

R Hotel Kingston
Clean and comfortable. Good stay
Reviewed on 15 Oct 2025

S Hotel Kingston
Hotel was great
Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Barbican

Liguanea
The restaurants and shopping are just a few features travellers like about Liguanea. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, Palace Cineplex and Bob Marley Museum are a few top places to visit.

New Kingston
New Kingston is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Devon House and Kingston and St. Andrew Parish Library while in the area.

Half Way Tree
When in Half Way Tree, you can plan a visit to Devon House and Kings House, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Jack's Hill
While there might not be top attractions in Jack's Hill, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Palace Cineplex and Bob Marley Museum.

Mona
When in Mona, you can plan a visit to National Stadium and Bob Marley Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Mona Heights
The restaurants and shopping are a few reasons travellers visit Mona Heights. Though there aren't many top sights in the neighbourhood, you can visit National Stadium and Bob Marley Museum, a few notable attractions nearby.