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 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 Exchange Ilford. 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 RM797 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
RM797
RM957 total
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (5,429 reviews)
"Great location"

Reviewed on 9 Jul 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 RM367 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
RM367
RM440 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (131 reviews)
"They pictures are TOTALLY MISLEADING. They only rent TINY CUBBY HOLES. LIKE SLEEPING ON A COFFIN. MUST CLIMB UP A LADDER. SHOOVE YOUR LUGGAGE ON TOP OF YOUR RV MATTRESS. THEN CRAWL INTO A DARK HOLE THAT IS YOUR SPOT. The pictures TOTALLY MISLEADING - NO PEOPLE IN THE PHOTOS. YOUR ROOM IS WORST THAN ..."

Reviewed on 9 Jul 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 RM934 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
RM934
RM1,121 total
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
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 rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (6,014 reviews)
"Paid for upgrade of room, payment was taken twice. On check out I was told I would automatically get refunded the second payment. This was 3 weeks ago and despite numerous emails, I have not been refunded. Very frustrating, very poor customer service."

Reviewed on 9 Jul 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 Wi-Fi, a 24-hour fitness centre and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions The Arena and ExCeL Exhibition Centre ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (839 reviews)
"No aircon, fans in room do little in the heat of summer. Communal wc out of loo paper."

Reviewed on 9 Jul 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! (850 reviews)
"Rooms were clean, staff was pleasant and helpful. Breakfast was pretty good."

Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026

Rockwell East
Citadines Trafalgar Square London

Citadines Trafalgar Square London

4 out of 5
18/21 Northumberland Avenue London England
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3,895 reviews)
"Great location, reasonably priced"

Reviewed on 9 Jul 2026

Citadines Trafalgar Square London
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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

Tower Bridge Admission Tickets

Tower Bridge Admission Tickets

RM98
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Tower Bridge Admission Tickets
Shrek's Adventure Tickets

Shrek's Adventure! London Tickets

RM133
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Shrek's Adventure! London Tickets
Harry Potter Warner Bros. Studio Tour with Transport from Central London

Warner Bros. Studio Tour - The Making of Harry Potter from Central London

RM537
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Warner Bros. Studio Tour - The Making of Harry Potter from Central London
Kensington Palace Tickets

Kensington Palace & Gardens Tickets

RM134
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Kensington Palace & Gardens Tickets
Fast Track London Eye Entry Ticket

Fast Track London Eye Entry Ticket

RM249
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Fast Track London Eye Entry Ticket
sunset at Windsor Castle in London

Windsor Castle Admission Tickets

RM174
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Windsor Castle Admission Tickets
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Two red double-decker buses on a city street with historic buildings in the background.

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