Barbican Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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 top-notch restaurants.
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.
Mayflower Steps
Among the fishing boats of Plymouth’s harbor is a memorial to the settlers who went on to found one of the first American colonies.
Activities
Plymouth: Self Guided City Walk and Interactive Treasure Hunt
2-Day Tour of King Arthur's Cornwall in Tintagel, Boscastle and Dartmoor from Glastonbury
Our pick of the best Barbican Hotel Deals
Crowne Plaza Plymouth by IHG
Having stayed at this hotel approximately a dozen times it’s been the last few visits that I have to ask every evening for clean towels and coffee refills! They then still don’t give the room any attention! Light bulbs missing from bedside lights! Very basic maintenance and housekeeping!
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
The Grosvenor Plymouth
Lovely location but we both slept really badly as the walls are very thin and not soundproof in the least!! The person in the room next door was talking (maybe gaming) loudly all night, until some time after 5.30am, making it impossible to sleep. Otherwise hotel was friendly and a ve try pleasant ...
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
The Drake Hotel Plymouth
Cozy, clean, modern room. Spending has gone into the rooms rather than the hotel aesthetic which is rare. Netflix and prime on the tv was a bonus. Walls are a litt
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Imperial Plymouth
This is a GUEST HOUSE and not a hotel. I guess I misunderstood this. We came in after check-in was closed at 8:30 p.m. and didn't realize they closed. Radiators went off for a long time and the room was cold. Moisture from the roof was on one wall. Bathroom was clean and nice but small. Room was ...
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Duke Of Cornwall
No Wi-Fi for the entire stay. Major building work - the ceiling in the room below mine was being taken down. My whole room was shaking. No warning was given.
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Invicta Hotel
The parking was good at the hotel and only £10 a night. The hotel is lovely, good breakfast, bar open till 02:00, rooms very comfortable. Would recommend staying here and close to the city centre.
Reviewed on 11 Mar 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 The Box 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, The Box and Drake Circus are some notable places to visit nearby.
