Barbican Travel Guide

Plymouth

A coastal town with buildings along the waterfront, a large body of water, and hills in the background.
A tall red and white lighthouse with a weather vane on top, surrounded by a grassy area with people walking around.
A red and white lighthouse with a clear sky and a grassy path leading to it.
A tall monument with a lion statue at the base and a crown at the top.
A red and white lighthouse with a clear sky in the background.

Stay near popular Barbican attractions

A tall monument with a green dome and lion statues, surrounded by a grassy area and red flowers.
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Hoe Park

9.4/10 (349 reviews)
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.
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Things to do

Plymouth’s Mayflower and Citadel: An Audio Tour

Plymouth’s Mayflower and Citadel: An Audio Tour

฿334
per adult
Plymouth’s Mayflower and Citadel: An Audio Tour
Discover Plymouth: Self Guided Walk & Interactive Treasure Hunt

Plymouth Self Guided Treasure Hunt & Outdoor Exploration Game

฿1,280
per traveller
Plymouth Self Guided Treasure Hunt & Outdoor Exploration Game
World War II Heritage Tour

World War II Heritage Tour

฿21,008
per adult
World War II Heritage Tour
Salcombe: Paddleboarding Group Lesson

Salcombe: Paddleboarding Group Lesson

฿2,123
per adult
Salcombe: Paddleboarding Group Lesson
Salcombe: Estuary Explorer Sea Kayak Tour

Salcombe: Estuary Explorer Sea Kayak Tour

฿2,123
per adult
Salcombe: Estuary Explorer Sea Kayak Tour
South Devon and Dartmoor Self-guided Tour

South Devon Tour App Hidden Gems Game and Big Britain Quiz UK

฿663
per traveller
South Devon Tour App Hidden Gems Game and Big Britain Quiz UK
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Top hotels in Barbican

The Grosvenor Plymouth

The Grosvenor Plymouth

3.5 out of 5
7-11 Elliot Street Plymouth England
The price is ฿2,207 per night from 27 Oct to 28 Oct
฿2,207
฿2,648 total
27 Oct - 28 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Plymouth. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, daily housekeeping and a snack bar/deli. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
The Grosvenor Plymouth
Crowne Plaza Plymouth by IHG

Crowne Plaza Plymouth by IHG

4 out of 5
Armada Way Plymouth England
The price is ฿2,485 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
฿2,485
฿3,071 total
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Plymouth. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,007 reviews)
"Sea facing rooms are good. Clear information at the time of check-in could have been better"

Reviewed on 9 Oct 2026

Crowne Plaza Plymouth by IHG
The Drake Hotel Plymouth

The Drake Hotel Plymouth

4 out of 5
2 Lockyer St Plymouth England
The price is ฿3,121 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
฿3,121
฿3,745 total
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Plymouth. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (354 reviews)
"It was very clean and excellently maintained."

Reviewed on 9 Oct 2026

The Drake Hotel Plymouth
Imperial Plymouth

Imperial Plymouth

4 out of 5
Lockyer Street Plymouth England
The price is ฿2,744 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
฿2,744
฿3,293 total
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this guesthouse in Plymouth. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), parking (surcharge) and a computer station. Popular attractions Bowling Green and Plymouth ...
Imperial Plymouth
Invicta Hotel

Invicta Hotel

4 out of 5
11/12 Osborne Place Plymouth England
The price is ฿2,965 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
฿2,965
฿3,558 total
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Plymouth. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very good! (192 reviews)
"An excellent location and the friendly, helpful staff make this a very nice place to stay. Also worth coming to for those looking for the English hotel experience. Grade 2 listed building, winding stairs, and lots of charm. Breakfast was included and was a nice start to the day. The bed was comfortable, ..."

Reviewed on 23 Sept 2026

Invicta Hotel
The Craft House

The Craft House

4 out of 5
5 Elliot St Plymouth England
The price is ฿4,272 per night from 10 Oct to 11 Oct
฿4,272
฿5,127 total
10 Oct - 11 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Plymouth. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a snack bar/deli. Popular attractions Bowling Green and Drake Statue are located ...
The Craft House
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Where to stay in Barbican

Find the best Barbican areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A historic building with 'PREZZO' signs, outdoor seating, and a Ferris wheel in the background.

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.

A red and white lighthouse, a grassy field, a building, and a body of water.

Derriford

When in Derriford, you can plan a visit to Home Park and The Box, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

A historic stone church with a clock tower, arched windows, and a flag.

Stoke

Stoke is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can plan an outing to Home Park and Plymouth Pavilions while you're in town.

A panoramic view of rolling hills and valleys with a mix of open fields and scattered trees under a partly cloudy sky.

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.

A coastal cityscape with a marina, historic buildings, and a distant island.

Turnchapel

Travellers like the monuments in Turnchapel, and South Devon is a top attraction you might want to visit.

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