Barking Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Barking
Photo by Khyati Gandhi
Photo by Khyati Gandhi
Photo by Benjamin Willard
Photo by Benjamin Willard
Photo "Barking" by Adrian Cable (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original
Photo by Adrian Cable (CC BY-SA)
Photo "Barking" by Adrian Cable (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original
Photo by Adrian Cable (CC BY-SA)

Where to stay in Barking

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Thames

While you're in Thames, take in top sights like Thames River and jump on the metro at Barking Riverside Station to see more of the city.

Thames
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Gascoigne

4/5(1 area review)

While there might not be top attractions in Gascoigne, you can explore the larger area and discover places like O2 Arena and ExCeL Exhibition Centre.

Gascoigne
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Abbey

Even though there aren't top sights in Abbey, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like O2 Arena. Jump on the metro at Barking L.T. Station to see more of the city.

Abbey
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Longbridge

Even though there aren't top sights in Longbridge, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like O2 Arena. Jump on the metro at Upney Underground Station to see more of the city.

Longbridge
The Tower Hotel, London
The Tower Hotel, London
4 out of 5
St Katharine's Way, London, England
The price is AU$256 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
AU$256
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in London. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (6,379 reviews)
"This location was a surprising experience!! Right across from the tower bridge and if you looked just around the corner of the building, the Tower of London was right in reach. We were blown away by the view. Price was great for the location and the room decent and beds clean and comfortable. old ..."

Reviewed on 20 Mar. 2025

The Tower Hotel, London
Park Plaza London Westminster Bridge
Park Plaza London Westminster Bridge
4 out of 5
200 Westminster Bridge Road, London, England
The price is AU$410 per night from 27 Mar to 28 Mar
AU$410
includes taxes & fees
27 Mar - 28 Mar
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in London. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (4,031 reviews)
"Great location, clean, great staff"

Reviewed on 22 Mar. 2025

Park Plaza London Westminster Bridge
Park Plaza London Riverbank
Park Plaza London Riverbank
4 out of 5
18 Albert Embankment, London, England
The price is AU$338 per night from 27 Mar to 28 Mar
AU$338
includes taxes & fees
27 Mar - 28 Mar
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in London. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,926 reviews)
"Excellent pkace"

Reviewed on 20 Mar. 2025

Park Plaza London Riverbank
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Vertus Edit Canary Wharf
Vertus Edit Canary Wharf
4 out of 5
3 & 15 West Lane, London, England
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in London. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and dry cleaning or laundry services. Popular attractions O2 Arena and ExCeL ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (28 reviews)
"New build in Canary Wharf. Handy for shops and good transport links. Wished there was parking at the hotel, but it wasn’t too far away. Staff very warm and helpful. The only thing that could have been abit better was TV reception in the room really but we were hardly on the room."

Reviewed on 10 Mar. 2025

Vertus Edit Canary Wharf
Bermonds Locke, Tower Bridge
Bermonds Locke, Tower Bridge
4.5 out of 5
157 Tower Bridge Road, London, England
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in London. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (799 reviews)
"Bermonds Locke is a treasure. The location is fantastic - very safe and a 5-minute walk from Tower Bridge and only a 10-minute walk to the trains and underground. Access from Gatwick on the train is simple and convenient. There are lots of dining options nearby. The unit was clean, and there are ..."

Reviewed on 21 Mar. 2025

Bermonds Locke, Tower Bridge
Rockwell East
Rockwell East
4 out of 5
99 Mansell Street, London, England
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in London. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (492 reviews)
"Very nice place to stay if you need to stay overnight in London. Location is perfect, only 5mins away from the tube and Tower Bridge, and 2 minutes away from the DLR. Room was VERY spacious and clean. Staff was very kind and helpful. I would definitely recommend staying here, I’ll probably be coming ..."

Reviewed on 16 Mar. 2025

Rockwell East
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Popular places to visit

Hyde Park which includes a garden, a city and a pond

Hyde Park

4.5/5(627 reviews)

Once the private hunting grounds of a king, London's most famous park is today a place where everyone can enjoy gardens, monuments and music performances.

Hyde Park
Big Ben which includes heritage architecture, a monument and a city

Big Ben

3.5/5(485 reviews)

Arguably one of London’s most famous monuments, this prominent landmark is a national icon, adored by generations of Britons.

Big Ben
Buckingham Palace featuring château or palace, heritage architecture and a city

Buckingham Palace

4.5/5(518 reviews)

This luxury residence of the oldest royal family in the world is still a national icon, attracting thousands of visitors each year.

Buckingham Palace
Tower Bridge showing night scenes, a bridge and a river or creek

Tower Bridge

4.5/5(483 reviews)

A marvel of engineering, this iconic landmark has for centuries been at the forefront of London’s epic skyline.

Tower Bridge
O2 Arena which includes modern architecture

O2 Arena

4/5(75 reviews)

Attend music and sports events, see a movie or go bowling in one of the busiest arenas in the world, situated inside this iconic dome by the River Thames.

O2 Arena
London Eye featuring a high-rise building, rides and night scenes

London Eye

4/5(374 reviews)

For the best views of the London cityscape, climb aboard this impressive observation wheel and view the great British capital in all its glory.

London Eye

Activities

From London: White Cliffs of Dover and Canterbury Day-Trip

From London: White Cliffs of Dover and Canterbury Day Trip

AU$162
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
From London: White Cliffs of Dover and Canterbury Day Trip
Must See London in a Day

Must See London in a Day

AU$258
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Must See London in a Day
London: Westminster to Tower Bridge River Thames Cruise

London: Westminster to Tower Bridge River Thames Cruise

AU$39
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
London: Westminster to Tower Bridge River Thames Cruise
London: Buckingham Palace & Westminster Guided Walking Tour

London: Buckingham Palace & Westminster Guided Walking Tour

AU$95
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
London: Buckingham Palace & Westminster Guided Walking Tour
Group standing near the rocks at Stonehenge in England

Simply Stonehenge Half- Day Trip from London with Free Snack Pack

AU$141
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Simply Stonehenge Half- Day Trip from London with Free Snack Pack
Luxury and Elegance

Rich people behaving badly

AU$61
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Rich people behaving badly
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