Barking Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

The Tower Bridge at night with illuminated blue lights, a river in the foreground, and a city skyline in the background.
A nighttime cityscape with a prominent illuminated bridge and a river.
A multi-story residential building with yellow and beige facades, surrounded by other buildings.
A church with a tall steeple and a clock, surrounded by lush green trees and a grassy area with a bench.
A church with a tall steeple and a modern glass building nearby.

Where to stay in Barking

Find the best Barking areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A river with boats, trees, and buildings along the banks.

Thames

While you're in Thames, take in top sights like River Thames and jump on the metro at Barking Riverside Station to see more of the city.

A historic stone church with a tall tower and arched windows, surrounded by a cemetery with headstones.
Photo by Richard Rogerson
Open Photo by Richard Rogerson

Abbey

While you're in Abbey, take in top sights like Abbey Leisure Centre and jump on the metro at Barking L.T. Station to see more of the city.

The Tower Bridge in London, with its two towers and bascules.

Gascoigne

While there might not be top attractions in Gascoigne, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Eastbury Manor House and Docklands Equestrian Centre.

An empty church interior with purple pews, a wooden altar, and a cross on the wall.
Photo by John Salmon
Open Photo by John Salmon

Longbridge

Even though there aren't top sights in Longbridge, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like Eastbury Manor House. Jump on the metro at Upney Underground Station to see more of the city.

Otherwander Soho Pod Hotel (ADULTS ONLY)

Otherwander Soho Pod Hotel (ADULTS ONLY)

2 out of 5
91-92 Dean Street London England
The price is Rp1.916.705 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
Rp1.916.705
Rp2.300.046 total
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, rainfall showerheads and climate control. Popular attractions Leicester Square and Piccadilly Circus are located ...
Otherwander Soho Pod Hotel (ADULTS ONLY)
Strand Palace Hotel

Strand Palace Hotel

4 out of 5
372 The Strand London England
The price is Rp2.732.410 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
Rp2.732.410
Rp3.278.892 total
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (5,545 reviews)
"room was small, but usable, well appointed and clean. one negative stands out; because there was just one stool for sitting, the bed had a lot of wear along one edge making it feel like it was sloped. the property needs to either flip the mattress over regularly so that it will wear evenly, or replace ..."

Reviewed on 8 Aug 2026

Strand Palace Hotel
The Tower Hotel, by Thistle

The Tower Hotel, by Thistle

4 out of 5
St Katharine's Way London England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp2.692.227 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
Rp2.692.227
Rp3.230.672 total
16 Aug - 17 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their ...
8.4/10 Very good! (10,480 reviews)
"Perfect location and view was beautiful. Helpful staff"

Reviewed on 8 Aug 2026

The Tower Hotel, by Thistle
See all 29,987 properties in Barking
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Rockwell East

Rockwell East

4 out of 5
99 Mansell Street London England
Stay at this aparthotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (864 reviews)
"Please was nice and very walkable to everything"

Reviewed on 7 Aug 2026

Rockwell East
Vertus Edit Canary Wharf

Vertus Edit Canary Wharf

4 out of 5
3 & 15 West Lane London England
Stay at this aparthotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour fitness centre and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions The Arena and ExCeL Exhibition Centre ...
Vertus Edit Canary Wharf
Citadines Trafalgar Square London

Citadines Trafalgar Square London

4 out of 5
18/21 Northumberland Avenue London England
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3,906 reviews)
"Great hotel, centrally located, the breakfast section was good."

Reviewed on 3 Aug 2026

Citadines Trafalgar Square London
See all properties in Barking
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Stay near popular Barking attractions

Eastbury Manor House

5.6/10 (11 reviews)
You can browse the exhibits at Eastbury Manor House, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Barking. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its acclaimed art galleries.
See properties

Things to do

The London Pass®: Access 100+ Attractions

The London Pass®: Access 100+ Attractions

Rp2.157.340
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
The London Pass®: Access 100+ Attractions
Warner Bros. Studio Tour London – The Making of Harry Potter

Warner Bros. Studio Tour – The Making of Harry Potter with Return Transfer

Rp1.961.218
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Warner Bros. Studio Tour – The Making of Harry Potter with Return Transfer
London Eye Entry Ticket

London Eye Entry Ticket

Rp1.234.841
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
London Eye Entry Ticket
Tower of London Tickets with Beefeater Tour & Crown Jewels

The Tower of London Tickets with Yeoman Warder Beefeater Tour

Rp895.865
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
The Tower of London Tickets with Yeoman Warder Beefeater Tour
Fast Track London Eye Entry Ticket

Fast Track London Eye Entry Ticket

Rp1.234.841
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Fast Track London Eye Entry Ticket
City Sightseeing London Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour with Optional River Cruise

City Sightseeing London Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Bookable Extras

Rp605.314
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing London Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Bookable Extras
See all activities in Barking

Cities near Barking

Two red double-decker buses on a city street with historic buildings in the background.

London