Barbican
Kingston
Popular places to visit
Bob Marley Museum
This legend of reggae music made Jamaica famous all over the world, and you can learn all about his fascinating history right here.
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 stop at Palace Cineplex. Check out the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this family-friendly area.
Jamaica House
You can learn about the history of Kingston with a trip to Jamaica House. Check out the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this family-friendly area.
Things to do
Bob Marley Museum, Devon House and Downtown Kingston Tour
Private Kingston and Bob Marley Museum Tour from Ocho Rios
Bob Marley Museum Full Day Tour from Montego bay
Private Kingston and Bob Marley Museum Tour from Falmouth
Top hotels in Barbican
Christar Villas Hotel
Reviewed on Jul 27, 2025
The Gardens
Reviewed on Jul 19, 2025
Luxe City Oasis 2BR with Pool & Gym
Modern London Decor Guest Apartments
Reviewed on Jan 5, 2025
S Hotel Kingston
Reviewed on Jul 30, 2025
ROK Hotel Kingston, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Reviewed on Jul 30, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Barbican
Liguanea
The restaurants and shopping are a few reasons travelers visit Liguanea. Though there aren't many top sights in the neighborhood, you can visit Bob Marley Museum and National Stadium, a few notable attractions nearby.
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
Half Way Tree might not have many top sights, but Devon House and Kings House are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Jack's Hill
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Jack's Hill and surrounding area, you can visit Hope Zoo and Bob Marley Museum.
Mona
While Mona might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Hope Zoo and National Stadium.
Mona Heights
Mona Heights is well-liked for its restaurants and shopping. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, Hope Zoo and National Stadium are some interesting sights nearby to check out.