Barbican Travel Guide
Plymouth
Popular places to visit
Hoe Park
After visiting Hoe Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Plymouth. Discover the top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices in this family-friendly area.
Smeaton's Tower
The centerpiece of Plymouth’s Hoe, this old-fashioned lighthouse is one of the most well-known landmarks in Devon.
Plymouth Naval Memorial
You can find out about the history of Plymouth with a visit to Plymouth Naval Memorial. Stroll along the seaside in this family-friendly area or visit its lively bars.
National Marine Aquarium
Discover the creatures that live deep in the world’s oceans and learn about the importance of conservation at the largest aquarium in the U.K.
Plymouth Gin Distillery
Sip on expertly made gin in a historic distillery that has been making spirits for over two centuries in the same spot on Plymouth’s waterfront.
Elizabethan House
Step inside this wonderfully preserved house to see how a merchant or sea captain would have lived in the 1500s, a time when Plymouth was a prosperous port city.
Things to do
Plymouth: 1-Hour Scenic Harbour Cruise
Plymouth Tour App, Hidden Gems Game and Big Britain Quiz (1 Day Pass) UK
The Hunt, an exciting cat-and-mouse game in Plymouth
Plymouth: Self Guided City Walk and Interactive Treasure Hunt
Plymouth: 1-Hour Scenic Harbour Cruise
Top hotels in Barbican
Crowne Plaza Plymouth by IHG
Great hotel & very clean & breakfast is very nice . Staff are always helpful 10/10
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
The Drake Hotel Plymouth
We stayed on Thursday and Friday 9th to11th April. The receptionist described our room as deluxe, it was more like bijou, in other words small. Staff were very friendly. The bar wasn’t individually manned, and there was no night staff on site. In our opinion, this gave the premises the impression ...
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
The Grosvenor Plymouth
No breakfast available during our stay. great having free parking at back of hotel
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Imperial Plymouth
Breakfast was nice. Bacon and sausages was great Nice coffee. Slept really well. Good parking. (£10 Extra but private parking) Staff freindly
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Invicta Hotel
Fox on the Hoe
Great location and lovely apartment close to the sea front, the lido and restaurants.
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Barbican
West Hoe
While West Hoe isn't home to many top sights, Plymouth Pavilions and Theatre Royal, Plymouth are some notable places to visit nearby.
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 Drake Circus and Plymouth Gin Distillery.
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.
Turnchapel
Travellers like the monuments in Turnchapel, and South Devon is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Stoke
Stoke is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can plan an outing to Home Park and Plymouth Pavilions while you're in town.
Mutley
While Mutley isn't home to many top sights, Drake Circus and The Box are some notable places to visit nearby.
