Barbican Travel Guide
Plymouth
Popular places to visit
Hoe Park
After visiting Hoe Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Plymouth. Discover the lively bars and entertainment choices in this family-friendly area.
Smeaton's Tower
Learn about the local history of Plymouth when you spend time at Smeaton's Tower. Amble around this family-friendly area's seaside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Plymouth Naval Memorial
You can find out about the history of Plymouth with a visit to Plymouth Naval Memorial. Stroll along the seaside in this family-friendly area or visit its lively bars.
National Marine Aquarium
Make time in your itinerary to visit the sea life who live at National Marine Aquarium during your visit to Plymouth. Amble around this family-friendly area's seaside or experience its entertainment choices.
Royal Citadel
You can learn about the history of Plymouth with a visit to Royal Citadel. Discover the lively bars and entertainment choices in this family-friendly area.
Plymouth Gin Distillery
You can find out about the history of Plymouth with a trip to Plymouth Gin Distillery. Stroll along the seaside or experience the entertainment choices in this family-friendly area.
Top hotels in Barbican
Crowne Plaza Plymouth by IHG
Generally our stay was good but a few things let the hotel down a little. When checking in there weren’t enough staff on reception so it meant we were waiting for a while. Some of the staff seemed a little mardy, and not just with us but with other customers too. The shower in our room wasn’t powerful ...
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
The Grosvenor Plymouth
The bed was the worst thing old and extremely uncomfortable matress ws hard and lumpy and the bed creaked whe i tried to turnover thank goodness i only stayed 2 nights instead of 3 that i intended.. breakfast was a non event even tho it was advertised...
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
The Drake Hotel Plymouth
I was charged twice. First by Hotels.com and then again at checkin at the hotel. Had to get a refund from hotel. Caused me some stress. Hotel were helpful and polite but system should be looked at please.
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Imperial Plymouth
Solid overall, with it being ideally located close to transport & town centre it was easy to get around. If you're looking for something that is cheap but gives you a good value for money, then I'd recommend here. If I'm ever back in the area, I'll book here again.
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Eden on the Hoe
The hotel was exactly as described in photos. Clean, classy and very good value for money. We couldn’t hear any guests within property. Shower was powerful and nice and bathroom was clean. Bed comfortable, duvet thick but airy which was the perfect combo. Outside space from the room was well presents ...
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Invicta Hotel
Unfortunately, we were moved to their sister hotel named ‘The Drake Hotel’ due to no room available. But the Drake Hotel’ staff were amazing, very helpful with our little dog, set up private breakfast area and oh yeah the breakfast was delicious too.
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Barbican
West Hoe
While West Hoe isn't home to many top sights, Plymouth Pavilions and Theatre Royal, Plymouth are some notable places to visit nearby.
Beaumont
While Beaumont may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like The Box and Drake Circus.
Royal William Yard
Check out the restaurants, seaside views and historical sites while spending some time in Royal William Yard. Though there might not be many attractions in the neighbourhood, you won't need to go far to find top spots like Plymouth Pavilions or Mount Edgcumbe House and Country Park.
Turnchapel
Travellers like the monuments in Turnchapel, and South Devon is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Stoke
Stoke is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can plan an outing to Home Park and Plymouth Pavilions while you're in town.
Mutley
While Mutley isn't home to many top sights, The Box and Drake Circus are some notable places to visit nearby.
