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.
Plymouth Dome
Plymouth Dome is just one of the places to see in Plymouth, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the seaside in this family-friendly area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Smeaton's Tower
The centerpiece of Plymouth’s Hoe, this old-fashioned lighthouse is one of the most well-known landmarks in Devon.
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.
Royal Citadel
This 17th-century stronghold was a bastion of military strength. Explore the walls and fortifications with a guided tour.
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: Self Guided City Walk and Interactive Treasure Hunt
2-Day Tour of King Arthur's Cornwall in Tintagel, Boscastle and Dartmoor from Glastonbury
Top hotels in Barbican
Crowne Plaza Plymouth by IHG
We had a great night away. Room was spacious. Comfortable beds. I did feel our room was a little cold. Had a lovely breakfast looking out at the Plymouth Sound.
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
Duke Of Cornwall
Beautiful hotel good location needs renovation x
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
The Grosvenor Plymouth
Our upgraded room to a superior one on the 2nd floor to the front of the building was very comfortable, with seating area in the bay window with a sea view. The bathroom had a bath with shower over which was great
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Citadel House Hotel
Very central to shopping and sea and park
Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025
The Drake Hotel Plymouth
Very small single room, but warm and well appointed. Safe parking behind the hotel was useful too. Great breakfast.
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Invicta Hotel
Yes
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
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 Elizabethan House and National Marine Aquarium.
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, The Box and Drake Circus are some notable places to visit nearby.
