Barbican
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.
Emancipation Park
Take a morning jog, enjoy pleasant tropical scents or admire the artwork in Kingston’s favorite park, a tribute to Jamaican residents’ journey to freedom.
University of the West Indies
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of University of the West Indies during your travels in Kingston. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.
National Gallery of Jamaica
Discover the most famous Jamaican artists of the last 100 years in the oldest museum in the Anglophone Caribbean.
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.
Things to do
Kingston Tour & Bob Marley Museum Admission
Kingston: Story of Jamaican Music Tour including Entry Fees
Bob Marley Museum, Devon House and Downtown Kingston Tour
Mural Tours in the Downtown Kingston Art District, Jamaica
Top hotels in Barbican
Christar Villas Hotel
The staff was extremely helpful and accommodating. They made sure that the stay was as comfortable and easy to be homely
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
The Gardens
I will definitely go back I stayed here during a work trip and I loved the environment. It’s not excellent because the towel rod fell off in my hand upon arrival. But clean, beautiful, quiet. 10/10 otherwise
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026
Luxe City Oasis 2BR with Pool & Gym
Clean room
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025
Amber Glades
New Kingston Guest Apartment at Sandhurst
S Hotel Kingston
Recently spent four night at the S Hotel Kingston. My stay was quite pleasant. I booked a deluxe king room, and the room and bathroom were clean and nicely appointed. I was very comfortable in the hotel as a solo female traveler. The bed was a little too firm but was doable after the first night. ...
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
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 Jamaica 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 Hope Zoo and Palace Cineplex.
Mona
When in Mona, you can plan a visit to Hope Zoo and National Stadium, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Beverly Hills
Beverly Hills might not have many top sights, but National Stadium and Independence Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
