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 historic stone church with a tall tower and arched windows, surrounded by mature trees and a cemetery.
A church with a tall steeple and a clock, surrounded by lush green trees and a grassy area with a bench.

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.

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 Kenneth More Theatre and The Arena.

A corridor with white pillars and a black-and-white checkered floor.
Photo by Benjamin Willard
Open Photo by Benjamin Willard

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.

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 Kenneth More Theatre. Jump on the metro at Upney Underground Station to see more of the city.

Zedwell Piccadilly Circus

Zedwell Piccadilly Circus

3 out of 5
Great Windmill Street London England
The price is £100 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
£100
20 Sept - 21 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and premium bedding. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
7.6/10 Good! (5,975 reviews)
"I’ve stayed here before. I like that it is in the middle of London and very easy to access almost all of the major boroughs. The blackout rooms are perfect for someone like me who had just traveled across 8 timezones."

Reviewed on 15 Sept 2026

Zedwell Piccadilly Circus
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 £70 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
£70
20 Sept - 21 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, rainfall showerheads and slippers. Popular attractions Leicester Square and Piccadilly Circus are located ...
Otherwander Soho Pod Hotel (ADULTS ONLY)
The Tower Hotel, by Thistle

The Tower Hotel, by Thistle

4 out of 5
St Katharine's Way London England
The price is £124 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
£124
27 Sept - 28 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their ...
The Tower Hotel, by Thistle
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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 aparthotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour fitness centre and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions The Arena and Excel London are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (984 reviews)
"Great staff! Professional, warm, and quick to help with anything we needed during our stay. They went out of their way to make sure we were comfortable, from check-in to check-out. Would definitely recommend this place based on the service alone."

Reviewed on 15 Sept 2026

Vertus Edit Canary Wharf
Rockwell East

Rockwell East

4 out of 5
99 Mansell Street London England
Stay at this aparthotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (897 reviews)
"Everything was great the location the staff everything went well"

Reviewed on 14 Sept 2026

Rockwell East
1 Bed Apartment Sleeps 2 With Wi-fi & Tv

1 Bed Apartment Sleeps 2 With Wi-fi & Tv

3.5 out of 5
Royal Carriage Mews London England
Stay at this apartment in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, in-room washers/dryers and in-room deep-soaking baths. Popular attractions Excel London and The Arena are ...
1 Bed Apartment Sleeps 2 With Wi-fi & Tv
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Stay near popular Barking attractions

Eutopia Warehouse

After visiting Eutopia Warehouse, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Barking.
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Things to do

London Eye Entry Ticket

London Eye Entry Ticket

£25
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
London Eye Entry Ticket
City Sightseeing London Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour with Optional River Cruise

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

£25
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
City Sightseeing London Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Bookable Extras
channel view of the watch tower on the side of the Tower of London

The Tower of London Tickets

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

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

£221
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Paris Day Trip from London with Optional Eiffel Tower Lunch & Seine Cruise
Madame Tussauds London Admission Ticket

Madame Tussauds London Admission Ticket

£24
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Madame Tussauds London Admission Ticket
The London Pass®: Access 100+ Attractions

The London Pass®: Access 100+ Attractions

£84
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
The London Pass®: Access 100+ Attractions
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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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