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Ultimate Guide for Kings Cross St Pancras Station

by insidrdev June 4, 2019
written by insidrdev June 4, 2019
Kings Cross St. Pancras

Kings Cross St Pancras Station; found right in the centre of London. Kings Cross St Pancras Station is ideally located for getting to and from anywhere in the city. Major transport hubs like Kings Cross Station and St Pancras International means that it’s one of the most well-connected areas in London. Trains at Kings Cross St Pancras Station serve those travelling up North, East or over to France and further abroad on the Eurostar. Read the London public transport guide for more tips in navigating the network!

Eurostar at St Pancras London

Kings Cross and its surrounding area is going through huge regeneration. Historically, the area was infamous for its prostitution and drug problems. The former red light district has gone through some big changes since the opening of St Pancras in the mid 1990’s. Today, Kings Cross is a buzzing restaurant, shopping and entertainment district.

Saint Pancras Station, London, United Kingdom

While you’re visiting, be sure to see the beautiful St Pancras Renaissance Hotel, do some shopping and enjoy a nice brunch at Granary Square. Harry Potter fans will be excited to find the secret entrance to platform 9 and 3/4. There’s also a Harry Potter shop on the first floor of Kings Cross.

King Cross Platform 9 3/4

Photo Credit – The Straits Times

Prepare your visit to Kings Cross St Pancras Station

Kings Cross St Pancras Station: When to Visit

Kings Cross – St Pancras is a popular destination all year round. It’s a transport hub for London so avoid commuting hours (8am-9am; 5pm-6:30pm Mon-Fri). Weekends are particularly busy with tourists, shoppers and brunchers who flock to the area. Granary Square and the canal is best enjoyed with a drink on a warm, sunny day.

Kings Cross St Pancras Station: How Long

You should reserve at least two hours to visit Kings Cross – St Pancras. This will allow you to enjoy the shopping, explore the canal and stop at a local pub or café. If you plan on going for lunch or dinner, you’ll need a little longer if you want to also explore the area.

Kings Cross St Pancras Station: Attire

Kings Cross – St Pancras is a central hub and many people pass through it every day. Therefore, there’s no general dress code and you can simply dress for the activities that you’re going to partake in. If you’re going shopping, wear comfortable layers, or if you’re embarking on a walking tour – take comfortable shoes! Read the dedicated article for the best tips for shopping in London!

Kings Cross St Pancras Station: What to See

Granary Square

Granary Square is a relatively new cultural hub in Kings Cross. It’s home to some of London’s best restaurants like Caravan and Dishoom. This is also where the canal starts, from which you can walk all the way up to Camden Market, Little Venice and beyond. The fountains in the middle of the square are particularly popular with kids and dogs in summer, when you’ll see both running through the jets of water at the same time.

Granary Square

Photo Credit – The Independent

King Cross station & Harry Potter

Harry Potter fans love visiting Kings Cross station, which is home to the famous Platform 9 3/4. Kings Cross is where the Hogwarts Express departs from at the beginning of each magical school year. Fans can visit the secret entrance to the platform and get their photo taken. There’s also a Harry Potter shop on-site with wands, broomsticks and all the magical supplies a wizard (or muggle) could ever need.

King Cross Harry Potter

The British Library

The British Library holds over 170 million items from all around the world, making it the world’s largest library by number of items catagorised. This key Camden attraction is open every day of the week and is free to visit. It plays host to pop-up exhibitions like the Harry Potter curation, as well as talks and lectures, panel discussions and tours. Plus – it looks fantastic!

The British Library

Where to stay in Kings Cross St. Pancras

Clink78 Hostel

Clink78 Hostel

Set in an old courthouse, this youth hostel gives visitors the opportunity to sleep in an old prison cell! The hostel is ideally located, just a 10 minute walk to Kings Cross station. En suite private rooms are also available.

Practical info
Hostel
Amenities: Free wifi, breakfast, towel hire, ATM, luggage room & lockers, guest kitchen, bar, hair dryers, free walking tour, laundry, 24/7 reception
Recommended for: Budget travelers, backpackers, groups
Address: 78 King’s Cross Road, London WC1X 9QG
Reserve at: Booking.com | Agoda | Hotels.com

Pullman London St. Pancras

Pullman London St. Pancras

Right next to St Pancras station, this 4-star hotel is perfect for those with an early train to catch. With a recent £13 million transformation, Pullman has made the most of its 16-storeys with good sized rooms and modern communal spaces.

Practical info
4-star hotel
Amenities: Spa, sauna, bar, restaurant, laundry, room service, wifi, fitness centre, business facilities
Recommended for: Business travelers, families, couples, groups, solo travelers
Address: 100 – 110 Euston Road, Kings Cross, London, England, NW1 2AJ
Reserve at: Booking.com

St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel

St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel

This hotel has been hailed as London’s most romantic building. Its beautiful, gothic style architecture and jaw-dropping staircase make it a must-see. The elegant hotel is also part of St Pancras International train station, with immediate access to the Eurostar.

Practical info
5-star hotel
Amenities: Wifi in public areas, bar, fitness centre, swimming pool, spa, restaurant, car park
Recommended for: Families, couples, business travelers, solo travelers, groups
Address: Euston Road, Camden, London NW1 2AR
Reserve at: Booking.com | Agoda | Hotels.com

Things to do in Kings Cross St. Pancras

Camden Lock Market & Music Legends Walking Tour

Camden Market and Music Legends Walking Tour in London

If you stroll along the canal from Kings Cross, you’ll find Camden Market. This two hour walking tour of the area will teach you about the city’s music history. Your guide will also take you to explore Camden Town’s famous market.

Practical info
Recommended for: Couples, families, budget travellers, groups
Address: Mornington Crescent Tube Station
Reserve at: Viator

British Library

The British Library is home to many regular exhibitions, talks and events. Take a look at their ‘What’s On’ calendar to see what activities are scheduled around your visit. You can also simply visit the library – it’s free to enter and explore.

the BritishLibrary

Practical info
Recommended for: Families, couples, students, budget travelers, solo travelers, business travelers, backpackers
Address: British Library, 96 Euston Road, London NW1 2DB
Reserve at: Website

London Harry Potter Walking Tour

On this 2.5-hour walking tour you’ll see film locations like the Leaky Cauldron and Diagon Alley. Pose for a photo at Platform 9¾ and get behind-the-scenes of the films. This tour a must for any Harry Potter fans!

London Harry Potter Walking Tour

Practical info

Recommended for: families, couples, groups, solo travelers
Starts in Leicester Square and finishes at Kings Cross Station
Reserve at: Viator

How to get to Kings Cross St. Pancras

Access King Cross St. Pancras by air

access by air

Kings Cross – St Pancras is easily accessible from London’s biggest airport – Heathrow, which you can reach on the Picadilly in under an hour.

Practical info
London’s other airports including Gatwick, Stansted, Luton and City also connect to Kings Cross via trains, buses and taxis.
Reserve at: Kayak

Access King Cross St. Pancras by car

access by car

Driving to and from Kings Cross – St Pancras is relatively simple. Because the station is popular with rental car companies, there are petrol stations nearby and the inner ring road passes right through the area.

Practical info
The closest parking is on St Pancras Road. This 24 hour parking lot has 315 spaces. There is also some on-street meter parking available.
Reserve at: Auto Europe | Europcar

Access King Cross St. Pancras by Train & Bus

access by train and bus london

Kings Cross has some of the best transport connections in London, with three of London’s busiest railway stations in the area. This includes Euston, Kings Cross and St. Pancras International – where the Eurostar also departs from.

Practical info
Many lines on the London Underground, Overground and National Railway Network can also be accessed via these key stations. Not to mention the many buses which run in the area and around London.
Reserve at: Trainline | Website

What to eat in Kings Cross St. Pancras

Caravan Kings Cross

Caravan is found in a trendy industrial space in Granary Square. It’s famous for its amazing brunches and also its excellent coffee that’s roasted on-site.

Caravan Kings Cross

Practical info
Recommended for: Couples, families, groups, solo travelers, budget travelers, business travelers
Address: 1 Granary Square, Kings Cross, London N1C 4AA
Reserve at: Website

Dishoom

This is the newest and biggest Dishoom venue, which is a local favourite. Their Bombay brasserie serves Indian street-food in a post-colonial ‘Irani cafe’ style.

DISHOOM

Practical info
Recommended for: Families, couples, groups, business travelers, solo travelers
Address: 5 Stable Street, London N1C 4AB
Reserve at: Website
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