Kings Cross was once considered one of London’s least desirable neighbourhoods — run-down, neglected, and best avoided. That changed dramatically with the £2 billion regeneration project that began in the 2000s and reached its peak with the opening of Coal Drops Yard in 2018. Today, the area around Kings Cross and St Pancras is one of the most exciting parts of the capital, packed with culture, food, architecture, and green space.

And because Kings Cross St Pancras is served by six Underground lines, the Elizabeth line, and mainline trains, it’s also the best base for reaching the rest of London quickly. Drop your bags at Kings Cross Luggages, 11 Euston Road (09:00–19:00 daily), and you’re free to go anywhere.