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 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.
National Gallery of Jamaica
Discover the most famous Jamaican artists of the last 100 years in the oldest museum in the Anglophone Caribbean.
Palace Cineplex
You can learn about the history of Kingston with a visit to Palace Cineplex. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Jamaica House
You can learn about the history of Kingston with a visit to Jamaica House. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Things to do
Friday Evening Kingston Harbour Cruise, Sunday Beach Cruise or Charter Our Boats
Club Kingston VIP Airport Lounge Service
Kingston Tour & Bob Marley Museum Admission
Mural Tours in the Downtown Kingston Art District, Jamaica
Top hotels in Barbican
Christar Villas Hotel
It was more so a lay over stop until a suitable time to drive to St. Ann. Place is clean, good service, and the staff is friendly. There is bar/restaurant upstairs, and enjoyed their breakfast. The hotel is located on a main and not far from landmarks.
Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025
The Gardens
Quite, peaceful and clean room
Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025
Luxe City Oasis 2BR with Pool & Gym
Amber Glades
Modern London Decor Guest Apartments
No information on how to check in was given despite several attempts made we could acces the booking look like a scam listing was mde homeless on new years eve in Jamaica do not book!!!
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2025
S Hotel Kingston
I was most disappointed in the room, it was fairly clean but the closet needed cleaning. The room appeared as if it was in repairs.
Reviewed on 24 Oct 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 Bob Marley Museum and Kings House.
Mona
When in Mona, you can plan a visit to National Stadium and Bob Marley Museum, 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 National Stadium and Bob Marley Museum, a few notable attractions nearby.
