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.
Emancipation Park
Take a morning jog, enjoy pleasant tropical scents or admire the artwork in Kingston’s favorite park, a tribute to Jamaican residents’ journey to freedom.
University of the West Indies
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of University of the West Indies during your travels in Kingston. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this relaxing area.
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.
Things to do
Kingston Tour & Bob Marley Museum Admission
Kingston: Story of Jamaican Music Tour including Entry Fees
Top hotels in Barbican
Christar Villas Hotel
My stay here was 10 out of 10 the room was very clean & nice, & the staff as well as the house keepers were very nice and helpful. The kitchen was fully equipped just the refrigerator wasn’t so 100 but the Air Conditioning was very good. My husband and I love this place to where I’ll recommend people ...
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
The Gardens
According to my Godson the room was ok the bed was comfortable for him and he had a good time. Will definitely go back again.
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Kingston Most Centrally Located One Bdrm
Amber Glades
S Hotel Kingston
Great experience
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
ROK Hotel Kingston, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
The one bedroom suite was great and the view is excellent. Parking is a bit awkward but besides that our stay was great and I would stay here again.
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
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.
Beverly Hills
Beverly Hills might not have many top sights, but National Stadium and Kingston and St. Andrew Parish Library are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
