Kings Cross St. Pancras Travel Guide

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Kings Cross St. Pancras showing interior views and heritage architecture as well as a small group of people
See cultural exhibits, relax in the Champagne bar and visit Platform 9 and 3/4 in this international hub that connects London to mainland Europe.

The majestic Kings Cross – St. Pancras is London’s link to the rest of Europe. This elaborate and historic train station complex is the home of Europe’s longest Champagne bar. In recent times it’s become known for its appearances in the Harry Potter series. Relish the art and music displays that make this station so much more than a transportation hub.

Note that the complex consists of a London Underground station and two railway stations. Marvel at the Gothic-revival design of the red-hued St. Pancras Railway Station with its imposing towers. Inside, find the Searcys St. Pancras Grand Restaurant and Searcys Champagne Bar. Capture photos of the Champagne bar, which is the longest on the continent.

Dating back to 1851, the Kings Cross Railway Station has an elegant design made up of two arched train sheds. For many, the station’s highlight is Platform 9 and 3/4, a light-hearted reference to the fictional entry-point to the magical world described in the Harry Potter series. The site consists of a plaque as well as the back-end of a shopping cart, which appears to be half-way through the wall. Take photos of your friends pretending to push the shopping cart into the wizard realm.

Explore the station’s range of shops, which include gift stores and fashion boutiques. Relax at a restaurant and watch the hustle and bustle of passing commuters.

Attend an art exhibit or comedy show at nearby Kings Place and browse through the treasures of the adjacent British Library, where you’ll find a copy of the Magna Carta from 1215.

Purchase a Eurostar train ticket to one of the cities of continental Europe. Experience the adrenalin rush of traveling beneath the sea on a train ride from London to Paris.

Kings Cross – St. Pancras is located just to the north of central London. Ride any of the London Underground’s six lines or take a bus to arrive here. The station is easily accessible from most parts of the country and Europe.

No trip to London is complete without a visit to this lively and intriguing transport hub.


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Top hotels in Kings Cross St. Pancras

President Hotel
President Hotel
3.5 out of 5
56-60 Guildford Street, London, England
The price is Rp2.374.303 per night from 17 Nov to 18 Nov
Rp2.374.303
Rp2.849.163 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Stay at this eco-certified hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8/10 Very Good! (4,345 reviews)
Fab hotel
"Our stay was amazing we came for my son’s 10th birthday and our room was done up with balloons and petals on bed say10 and a birthday card left for him. I am gluten free and they went above and beyond for me offering to make fresh food gluten free bread and went over everything every morning. The ..."

Reviewed on 31 Oct 2024

President Hotel
Arriva Hotel
Arriva Hotel
3 out of 5
47-55 Swinton Street, Kings Cross, London, England
The price is Rp1.025.253 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
Rp1.025.253
Rp1.230.303 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Stay at this 3-star hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,415 reviews)
Ok hotel
"An adequate hotel . Plus factors are price, very close to kings cross, St pancras and Euston.Slightly run down in appearance but room was clean enough and staff pleasant. Would stay again"

Reviewed on 28 Oct 2024

Arriva Hotel
Point A Hotel London Kings Cross – St Pancras
Point A Hotel London Kings Cross – St Pancras
2.5 out of 5
324 Gray's Inn Road, London, England
The price is Rp1.865.524 per night from 17 Nov to 18 Nov
Rp1.865.524
Rp2.238.629 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Stay at this hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,277 reviews)
Very good central hotel
"Central convenient hotel near to Kings Cross / St Pancras stations"

Reviewed on 30 Oct 2024

Point A Hotel London Kings Cross – St Pancras
St Athans Hotel
St Athans Hotel
2 out of 5
20-24 Tavistock Place, London, England
The price is Rp1.507.564 per night from 4 Nov to 5 Nov
Rp1.507.564
Rp1.809.077 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Stay at this eco-certified hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,004 reviews)
"Staff were incredibly friendly"

Reviewed on 23 Oct 2024

St Athans Hotel
The Standard London
The Standard London
5 out of 5
10 Argyle Street, London, England
The price is Rp4.731.648 per night from 17 Nov to 18 Nov
Rp4.731.648
Rp5.677.977 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 restaurants and 5 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,374 reviews)
Recommend
"Great location and the windowless rooms were very quiet and perfect for resting after a long flight."

Reviewed on 28 Oct 2024

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Crowne Plaza London - Kings Cross, an IHG Hotel
Crowne Plaza London - Kings Cross, an IHG Hotel
4 out of 5
1 Kings Cross Road, London, England
The price is Rp2.645.652 per night from 17 Nov to 18 Nov
Rp2.645.652
Rp3.174.783 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,010 reviews)
"This hotel is good value for money with convenient access to/from King’s Cross"

Reviewed on 25 Oct 2024

Crowne Plaza London - Kings Cross, an IHG Hotel
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4/5(1,172 area reviews)

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4/5(36 area reviews)

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