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
Kings Cross St. Pancras which includes heritage architecture as well as a large group of people
Kings Cross St. Pancras featuring modern architecture and interior views as well as a large group of people
Kings Cross St. Pancras featuring modern architecture, heritage architecture and interior views
Kings Cross St. Pancras which includes modern architecture, interior views and heritage architecture

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 Rp2.534.787 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
Rp2.534.787
Rp3.041.832 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star eco-certified hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8/10 Very Good! (4,382 reviews)
"Lovely"

Reviewed on 11 Jul 2025

President Hotel
Crowne Plaza London - Kings Cross by IHG
Crowne Plaza London - Kings Cross by IHG
4 out of 5
1 Kings Cross Road, London, England
The price is Rp2.698.988 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
Rp2.698.988
Rp3.238.786 total
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,008 reviews)
"The day that we had our room cleaned on Day 2 of our trip, the room was not even cleaned, they just fixed the bed, we never got new towels. The carpet was dirty and our mugs and glasses were not exchanged. The room was vey small with a roll out bed. No hairdryer in the room. On the upside, the dining ..."

Reviewed on 9 Jul 2025

Crowne Plaza London - Kings Cross by IHG
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 Rp1.689.541 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
Rp1.689.541
Rp2.027.449 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this eco-certified hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,033 reviews)
Wonderful stay
"The hotel looks brand new and super modern, the staff is super friendly and polite. The position is very convenient as it is easy to get anywhere within minutes. We will be coming back for sure, we had a great time, thank you for everything :)"

Reviewed on 7 Jul 2025

Point A Hotel London Kings Cross – St Pancras
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Generator London
2 out of 5
37 Tavistock Place, Russel Square, London, England
The price is Rp1.261.485 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
Rp1.261.485
Rp1.513.782 total
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hostel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a nightclub and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
7/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
Get what you pay for.
"For a budget hotel you get budget rooms. But they are very noisy, very warm and ours just smelled of damp/ sewerage from the drain. Was rather unpleasant but for one night it served a basic purpose. Not much sleep was had because of how warm the room is. Rather disappointed during summer there’s ..."

Reviewed on 9 Jul 2025

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Studios2Let Bloomsbury
Studios2Let Bloomsbury
3.5 out of 5
36-37 Cartwright Gardens, London, England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp2.115.599 per night from 13 Jul to 14 Jul
Rp2.115.599
Rp2.538.718 total
13 Jul - 14 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,660 reviews)
6 days in London
"Excellent - everything was as expected."

Reviewed on 8 Jul 2025

Studios2Let Bloomsbury
St Athans Hotel
St Athans Hotel
2 out of 5
20-24 Tavistock Place, London, England
The price is Rp1.953.119 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
Rp1.953.119
Rp2.343.743 total
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
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)
"We enjoyed our stay at St Athans Hotel! The staff were very nice and the 24/7 reception was great. From a safety perspective, we appreciated that all guests must ring the bell to enter the building. The newly renovated washrooms were nice. The cafe across the street is very cheap and has good breakfast ..."

Reviewed on 11 Jul 2025

St Athans Hotel
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Bloomsbury showing street scenes and heritage architecture

Bloomsbury

4/5(1,172 area reviews)

Known for its fascinating museums and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Bloomsbury. Check out top attractions like The British Museum and Oxford Street, and jump on the metro at Euston Square Underground Station or Russell Square Underground Station to see more of the city.

Bloomsbury
Soho

Soho

Soho is beloved for its fantastic nightlife. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Oxford Street and Soho Square.

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Covent Garden

The lively bars and colourful gardens are just a few top-rate features of the neighbourhood. Make a stop by Covent Garden Market or Royal Opera House while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Covent Garden Underground Station to get around town.

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Marylebone

4/5(36 area reviews)

Marylebone is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Oxford Street and Madame Tussauds Wax Museum. See more of London by jumping on the metro at Baker Street Station or Marylebone Underground Station.

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West End

Piccadilly Circus and Trafalgar Square are a few top attractions in West End. Hop around the city on the metro at Bond Street (Elizabeth Line) Station or Oxford Circus Underground Station and check out the area's fascinating museums, popular shops and acclaimed art galleries.

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4.5/5(21 area reviews)

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Kings Cross St. Pancras Travel Guide