London • United Kingdom

Barbican Centre

Silk St, Barbican, London EC2Y 8DS, UK Open in Google Maps

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Upcoming events at Barbican Centre

No upcoming events listed

There are currently no tickets listed for this venue. Check back soon for newly announced tour dates.

Recent past events at Barbican Centre

  1. Hamlet Hail to the Thief

    $126.82

    recorded Sun, Nov 1, 2026

  2. Hamlet Hail to the Thief

    $152.18

    recorded Tue, Oct 27, 2026

  3. Hamlet Hail to the Thief

    $216.18

    recorded Fri, Oct 30, 2026

  4. Ed O'Brien

    $38.03

    recorded Fri, Oct 16, 2026

  5. Leif Vollebekk and BBC Symphony Orchestra

  6. Leif Vollebekk at Barbican Centre

  7. Emeli Sandé

  8. Aldous Harding

  9. Aldous Harding at Barbican Centre

    $164.85

  10. Aldous Harding

  11. Midge Ure

  12. Anohni

Each price is the lowest listed ticket for that show at the last check we recorded.

What time do doors open at Barbican Centre?

Door times vary significantly depending on the event. It is essential to check your specific ticket or the Barbican's website for the most up-to-date information on when doors will open.

Door times vary by event — check your ticket or the venue's own website on the day.

How do I get to Barbican Centre, London?

Barbican Centre is at Silk St, Barbican, London EC2Y 8DS, UK. Open in Google Maps

By train and tube

The nearest Underground station is Barbican (Circle, Hammersmith & City, and Metropolitan lines), which is a mere 2-minute walk from the venue. St. Paul's (Central line) is also within a 10-minute walk. For national rail services, Liverpool Street and City Thameslink stations are approximately a 15-minute walk away, offering broader connectivity.

By bus

Numerous bus routes serve the immediate vicinity of the Barbican. Key routes include:

  • 11, 21, 43, 76, 141, 153, 271, 388 stopping near Aldersgate Street, London Wall, or Moorgate.

By car and parking

Driving to the Barbican is possible, but parking is limited and often expensive. The Barbican Estate has several car parks:

  • Barbican Complex Car Park: Postcode EC2Y 8DS. This is the most convenient option, located directly within the Barbican Estate. Access is via the roundabout at Silk Street.
  • St. Bartholomew's Hospital Car Park: Postcode EC1A 7BE. A short walk from the venue.
  • Sainsbury's Car Park (near Moorgate): Postcode EC2M 2RH. Further walk but can be more cost-effective.

Note: London's Congestion Charge applies if driving within the zone between 7 am and 6 pm on weekdays.

Entry and security

The principal entrances are located on Silk Street and via the various highwalks from the surrounding Barbican Estate. Specific entrance points for different venues (Hall, Theatre, Cinemas) are well-signed within the complex. Standard security checks, including bag searches, are in operation. Arriving 30-45 minutes prior to the advertised start time is advised to allow for navigation of the multi-level layout, security procedures, and finding your designated seat or area.