NGC 7218 is a barred spiral galaxy located approximately 60 million light-years away in the constellation Phoenix. It is part of a group of galaxies known as the NGC 7218 group, which includes several other galaxies. This galaxy has a diameter of about 50,000 light-years and is notable for its bright central bar structure. NGC 7218 is classified as a type SBbc galaxy, indicating it has a well-defined bar and loosely wound spiral arms, making it an interesting subject for astronomers studying galaxy formation and evolution.