Popular places to visit
Barbican Arts Centre
Discover an eclectic schedule of art, cinema, dance, music and theater events at one of the largest performing arts centers in Europe.
St. Giles Cripplegate
You can find out about the history of London with a stop at St. Giles Cripplegate. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its fascinating museums.
Hyde Park
Once the private hunting grounds of a king, London's most famous park is today a place where everyone can enjoy gardens, monuments and music performances.
Tower Bridge
With its Gothic towers and elegant walkways, Tower Bridge is unlike any other – and a fitting gateway for ships sailing up the Thames.
Buckingham Palace
This is a place adorned with tradition, spectacle and moments of national joy – and a palace that opens its doors during the summer months.
London Eye
London's cityscape was made to be peered at from above – and the London Eye does that for you in style, with its grand slow circular trip into the city's sky.
Top hotels in Barbican
Strand Palace Hotel
Buzzy classic experience
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
The Tower Hotel, by Thistle
Great location. Lovely staff.
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Royal Garden Hotel
This hotel is a great place to stay, conveniently located near everything you need. There's a bus stop right in front of the hotel, and the train station is just a five-minute walk away. Whole Foods and numerous stores and restaurants are nearby, and the entrance to Hyde Park is close by as well. ...
Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025
Park Plaza London Westminster Bridge
Very nice hotel! Walkable! Will definitely stay here again next time!
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Copthorne Tara Hotel London Kensington
Loved the property, very friendly, super nice rooms
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Royal National Hotel
Hotel is very convenient for Tube, near to Euston and central London, bedrooms are spacious and clean, beds comfortable. Only downside was Check-in, not enough staff and long queues, took us about an hour standing in a queue that moved very slowly.
Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Barbican
The City of London
The City of London is highly notable for its stunning cathedral, and you might want to visit top sights like St. Paul's Cathedral and London Guildhall. See more of London by jumping on the metro at Bank Underground Station or St. Paul's Underground Station.
Shoreditch
Brick Lane and Columbia Road Flower Market are top sights in Shoreditch, and you should be sure to explore the fantastic nightlife. Hop aboard the metro at Shoreditch High Street Overground Station or Old Street Underground Station to see more sights in the area.
Kings Cross St. Pancras
Kings Cross St. Pancras is highly notable for its fascinating museums, and you might want to visit top sights like St Pancras Chambers and British Library. See more of London by jumping on the metro at King's Cross & St. Pancras Underground Station or Russell Square Underground Station.
Waterloo
Known for its stunning river views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Waterloo. Check out top attractions like London Eye and Southbank Centre, and jump on the metro at Waterloo Underground Station or Lambeth North Underground Station to see more of the city.
Covent Garden
The lively bars and colourful gardens are just a few top-rate features of the neighbourhood. Make a stop by Covent Garden Market or Royal Opera House while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Covent Garden Underground Station to get around town.
Bloomsbury
Known for its fascinating museums and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Bloomsbury. Check out top attractions like The British Museum and Oxford Street, and jump on the metro at Euston Square Underground Station or Russell Square Underground Station to see more of the city.
Barbican Travel Guide
- Hyde Park
- Tower Bridge
- Buckingham Palace
- London Eye
- O2 Arena
- Piccadilly Circus
- Trafalgar Square
- Wembley Stadium
- Tower of London
- Big Ben
- London Bridge
- The British Museum
- Warner Bros. Studio Tour London
- Oxford Street
- ExCeL Exhibition Centre
- Leicester Square
- St. Paul's Cathedral
- Marble Arch
- Kensington High Street
- Liverpool Street
- The Shard
- Westminster Abbey
- Westfield London Shopping Centre
- Tottenham Hotspur Stadium
- Royal Albert Hall
