Barbican Travel Guide
Kingston
Popular places to visit
Bob Marley Museum
Learn how a poor Jamaican man from Trench Town became an international pop star thanks to his thought-provoking lyrics and feel-good reggae music.
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 Gallery of Jamaica
Discover the most famous Jamaican artists of the last 100 years in the oldest museum in the Anglophone Caribbean.
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.
Palace Cineplex
You can learn about the history of Kingston with a visit to Palace Cineplex. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this relaxing area.
Jamaica House
You can learn about the history of Kingston with a visit to Jamaica House. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this relaxing area.
Things to do
Kingston Tour & Bob Marley Museum Admission
Kingston: Story of Jamaican Music Tour including Entry Fees
National Stadium, Bob Marley Statue & Devon House Gardens Tour
Top hotels in Barbican
Christar Villas Hotel
Clean. Fresh. Very relaxing.
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
The Gardens
It was a bit hard to find but very comfortable. I would reccomend staying here. I booked for someone who just needed a night stay, so there was no interaction with staff. Just make sure you follow check in and out times, or you wont see staff. Although we checked in after hours we were able to get ...
Reviewed on 19 Nov 2025
Amber Glades
S Hotel Kingston
Excellent place and breakfast is always good. This is my 2nd stay here .
Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025
ROK Hotel Kingston, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Friendly staff, room and premises was clean
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025
R Hotel Kingston
My husband and I celebrated his birthday at the R Hotel, and the service was extraordinary from start to finish. Every team from the restaurant to the front desk, housekeeping, maintenance, and especially the gate personnel showed exceptional professionalism and genuine hospitality. Special thanks ...
Reviewed on 9 Dec 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 Hope Zoo and Palace Cineplex.
Mona
When in Mona, you can plan a visit to Hope Zoo and National Stadium, 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 Hope Zoo and National Stadium, a few notable attractions nearby.
