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Coming to the Barbican for your graduation

Lakeside Terrace CREDIT Photo by Dion Barrett

We're looking forward to welcoming you for your graduation. Here's how to make the most of your time with us

We're an arts, learning, and conference centre and we present thousands of arts and entertainment events every year. Theatre. Music. Dance. Film. Art. Whatever you’re into you’ll find it here!

Browse below for useful information to help you plan your time with us

Do something for free

Drop into one of our free exhibitions or installations, or simply soak up the sun on our iconic Lakeside Terrace

Grab a bite to eat

Enjoy Happy Hour in our Martini bar, Mon-Sat 5-6pm, or a Burger + drink in the Barbican Bar and Grill for just £15, Mon-Wed 12-5pm. Kids under 10 can get a free kid's meal from Barbican Kitchen with every adult meal over £10. 

Ways to save

Aged 14-25? Join Young Barbican for free and get tickets to unmissable art and entertainment from just £5. Snap up Pay What You Can exhibition and cinema tickets from £3. Or, become a Member and see more art, music, film and theatre for less.

Getting here

Photo of steps in the Barbican estate

Find your way

However you like to travel, here are some of our recommended routes to get to all venues within the Barbican. 

Plan your route

Barbican Centre

Location
Barbican Centre
Silk Street, London
EC2Y 8DS

Public transport
​​​​​​​The Barbican is widely accessible by bus, tube, train and by foot or bicycle. Plan your journey and find more route information in ‘Your Visit’ or book your car parking space in advance.