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 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.
Palace Cineplex
You can learn about the history of Kingston with a stop at Palace Cineplex. Check out the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this relaxing 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 relaxing area.
Things to do
Kingston Tour & Bob Marley Museum Admission
ATV Adventure at River Ryder Adventure Park Kingston Jamaica
ATV Zipline Nature Walk Swing over Wishing River Kingston Jamaica
Walk tour of Downtown Kingston
Top hotels in Barbican
Christar Villas Hotel
Clean. Fresh. Very relaxing.
Reviewed on Nov 17, 2025
The Gardens
It was a bit hard to find but very comfortable. I would reccomend staying here. I booked for someone who just needed a night stay, so there was no interaction with staff. Just make sure you follow check in and out times, or you wont see staff. Although we checked in after hours we were able to get ...
Reviewed on Nov 19, 2025
Amber Glades
Luxe City Oasis 2BR with Pool & Gym
Clean room
Reviewed on Nov 10, 2025
S Hotel Kingston
Good food, friendly staff and an okay room with a very clean bathroom
Reviewed on Dec 28, 2025
ROK Hotel Kingston, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Room was spotless as always, staff was friendly and very helpful. Will definitely be back to stay again!
Reviewed on Dec 28, 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 Palace Cineplex and Bob Marley Museum, 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 Jamaica 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 Palace Cineplex.
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.
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.
