London Day 4: 24th May 2018 Thur
We checked out at 11 am.We went to the British Library beside the St Pancras International at 11.35 am. You can leave your luggage there for free. There was an open exhibition to see some old artifacts. However, you wouldn’t be allowed to read their books without a reading card.
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| A big book bench near the entrance |
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| Storeys high bookcase |
At the Lower ground floor, Between the cloakroom and the lift, there was the picture of Paradoxymoron which was very interesting.
There was some painting on the second floor too.
There are water cooler and free toilet in the Library.
There was some painting on the second floor too.
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| Newton by the sculptor Eduardo Paolozzi can be found outside the Library |
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| Beside the library was a impressive building |
We left our luggage at the library and decide to explore the King’s Cross, where Platform 9 ¾, a famous scene from Harry Potter was available for photo taking. Indeed there was a long queue. We didn’t bother queuing though.
We bought some food and chocolate danish from Waitrose there. It tasted nice and it was affordable. Would strongly recommend buying food from Waitrose cause it would be cheaper than eating in a restaurant. They sold warm food there too.
As we walked out and lost our way, we chanced upon this colorful background. This is located on the way out to Granary Square and Pancreas Square. A nice surprise.
Outside, there is a Bird Cage Swing installation. From research, it supposed to lit at night.
We went back to the library to take our luggage and make our way to St Pancras International.
We set off at 4.31 pm, taking the Eurostar to Paris.
Not much impressive scenery so don’t need to be too disappointed if you didn’t have window seats.
Their washroom is spacious. It will sound when the door open or close, so seats near to the washroom may not be ideal for a nap.
After the train moved, there will be train attendant checking the train ticket. It is okay to just have one person taking all the tickets. Just tell the attendant will do.
Summary
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| A fair in front of King's Cross |
We bought some food and chocolate danish from Waitrose there. It tasted nice and it was affordable. Would strongly recommend buying food from Waitrose cause it would be cheaper than eating in a restaurant. They sold warm food there too.
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| Chocolate danish is worth it! |
As we walked out and lost our way, we chanced upon this colorful background. This is located on the way out to Granary Square and Pancreas Square. A nice surprise.
Outside, there is a Bird Cage Swing installation. From research, it supposed to lit at night.
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| It looks quite whimsical |
We went back to the library to take our luggage and make our way to St Pancras International.
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| St Pancras International platform |
After going through the gates and custom, we have to wait at the waiting area. There are many chairs so shouldn't be hard to get a sit.
We set off at 4.31 pm, taking the Eurostar to Paris.
Not much impressive scenery so don’t need to be too disappointed if you didn’t have window seats.
Their washroom is spacious. It will sound when the door open or close, so seats near to the washroom may not be ideal for a nap.
After the train moved, there will be train attendant checking the train ticket. It is okay to just have one person taking all the tickets. Just tell the attendant will do.
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- British Library
- King’s Cross - Platform 9 ¾
- Bird Cage Swing
- St Pancras International
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