Barking Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

The Tower Bridge at night with illuminated blue lights, a river in the foreground, and a city skyline in the background.
A nighttime cityscape with a prominent illuminated bridge and a river.
A multi-story residential building with yellow and beige facades, surrounded by other buildings.
A church with a tall steeple and a clock, surrounded by lush green trees and a grassy area with a bench.
A church with a tall steeple and a modern glass building nearby.

Where to stay in Barking

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A river with boats, trees, and buildings along the banks.

Thames

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

A historic stone church with a tall tower and arched windows, surrounded by a cemetery with headstones.
Photo by Richard Rogerson
Open Photo by Richard Rogerson

Abbey

While you're in Abbey, take in top sights like Abbey Leisure Centre and jump on the metro at Barking L.T. Station to see more of the city.

The Tower Bridge in London, with its two towers and bascules.

Gascoigne

While there might not be top attractions in Gascoigne, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Eastbury Manor House and Docklands Equestrian Centre.

An empty church interior with purple pews, a wooden altar, and a cross on the wall.
Photo by John Salmon
Open Photo by John Salmon

Longbridge

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

Otherwander Soho Pod Hotel (ADULTS ONLY)

Otherwander Soho Pod Hotel (ADULTS ONLY)

2 out of 5
91-92 Dean Street London England
The price is £106 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
£106
16 Aug - 17 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, rainfall showerheads and climate control. Popular attractions Leicester Square and Piccadilly Circus are located ...
Otherwander Soho Pod Hotel (ADULTS ONLY)
The Langham, London

The Langham, London

5 out of 5
1C Portland Place London England
The price is £530 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
£530
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,001 reviews)
"The Langham epitomizes comfortable elegance. It feels like coming home when we visit London. Everything is perfectly correct, but also warm and welcoming. We will always return."

Reviewed on 26 Jul 2026

The Langham, London
a&o London Docklands Riverside

a&o London Docklands Riverside

2 out of 5
265 Rotherhithe Street London England
The price is £63 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
£63
16 Aug - 17 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hostel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
a&o London Docklands Riverside
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Stay near popular Barking attractions

Eastbury Manor House

5.6/10 (11 reviews)
You can browse the exhibits at Eastbury Manor House, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Barking. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its acclaimed art galleries.
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Things to do

City Sightseeing London Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour with Optional River Cruise

City Sightseeing London Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Bookable Extras

£30
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing London Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Bookable Extras
Tower of London Tickets with Beefeater Tour & Crown Jewels

The Tower of London Tickets with Yeoman Warder Beefeater Tour

£37
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
The Tower of London Tickets with Yeoman Warder Beefeater Tour
Fully guided Paris Day Trip with Cruise & Eiffel Tower Lunch

Paris Day Trip from London with Optional Eiffel Tower Lunch & Seine Cruise

£330
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Paris Day Trip from London with Optional Eiffel Tower Lunch & Seine Cruise
The London Pass®: Access 100+ Attractions

The London Pass®: Access 100+ Attractions

£89
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
The London Pass®: Access 100+ Attractions
Westminster Abbey in London

Westminster Abbey Tickets

£27
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Westminster Abbey Tickets
Fast Track London Eye Entry Ticket

Fast Track London Eye Entry Ticket

£51
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Fast Track London Eye Entry Ticket
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Cities near Barking

Two red double-decker buses on a city street with historic buildings in the background.

London

A historic stone church with a tall tower and arched windows, surrounded by mature trees and a cemetery.

Dagenham

Tower Bridge in London, with the River Thames in the foreground and the Houses of Parliament in the background.

Ilford

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