Barking

Travel 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

Find the best Barking areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
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 East Ham Leisure Centre 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 The Hospital Chapel of St Mary & St Thomas. Jump on the metro at Upney Underground Station to see more of the city.

Strand Palace Hotel

Strand Palace Hotel

4 out of 5
372 The Strand London England
The price is ￥34,471 per night from Jul 12 to Jul 13
￥34,471
￥41,366 total
Jul 12 - Jul 13
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in London. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (5,422 reviews)
"We loved our stay at Strand however I was incredbily disappointed when my flight was delayed and I have decided to pay for an extra night since I was arriving on the red eye and couldnt check in until 3. When I arrived at 9 they told me they considered me a no show. They gave me a room and told me ..."

Reviewed on Jul 8, 2026

Strand Palace Hotel
Otherwander Soho Pod Hotel

Otherwander Soho Pod Hotel

2 out of 5
91-92 Dean Street London England
Fully refundable
The price is ￥14,553 per night from Jul 20 to Jul 21
￥14,553
￥17,463 total
Jul 20 - Jul 21
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in London. Enjoy free WiFi, rainfall showerheads, and climate control. Popular attractions Leicester Square and Piccadilly Circus are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (125 reviews)
"The best capsule I have stayed in London. It’s brand new and hope it continues to be well maintained. Gender specific toilets and showers which is perfect. Stairs to the top bunk are awkward so you have to be careful, one wrong move and it’s a wrap! Great communal area, wish there was more seating ..."

Reviewed on Jul 8, 2026

Otherwander Soho Pod Hotel
Park Plaza London Westminster Bridge

Park Plaza London Westminster Bridge

4 out of 5
200 Westminster Bridge Road London England
The price is ￥41,729 per night from Aug 3 to Aug 4
￥41,729
￥50,075 total
Aug 3 - Aug 4
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in London. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (6,003 reviews)
"Proximity was great, centrally located"

Reviewed on Jul 9, 2026

Park Plaza London Westminster Bridge
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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 WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions The Arena and ExCeL Exhibition Centre ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (837 reviews)
"Wonderful staff, flat and location! Highly recommend!"

Reviewed on Jul 8, 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 WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (850 reviews)
"Rooms were clean, staff was pleasant and helpful. Breakfast was pretty good."

Reviewed on Jun 19, 2026

Rockwell East
Citadines Trafalgar Square London

Citadines Trafalgar Square London

4 out of 5
18/21 Northumberland Avenue London England
Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in London. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3,894 reviews)
"Great place to stay. Awesome location, 15 to 20 minutes walk to main attractions like Big Ben, London Eye, Buckingham Palace, etc. the place has free coffee all day long and a little restaurant where you can get a delicious breakfast."

Reviewed on Jul 8, 2026

Citadines Trafalgar Square London
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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 scene.
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Things to do

Kensington Palace Tickets

Kensington Palace & Gardens Tickets

￥5,319
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Kensington Palace & Gardens Tickets
Tower Bridge Admission Tickets

Tower Bridge Admission Tickets

￥3,876
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Tower Bridge Admission Tickets
sunset at Windsor Castle in London

Windsor Castle Admission Tickets

￥6,891
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Windsor Castle Admission Tickets
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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