Four Places You MUST Visit on the Victoria Line, Except Victoria
Earlier this month, I wrote a post on the best places to visit via the Jubilee Line outside of Zone 1. In this post, the London Underground line in the spotlight will be the Victoria Line. The Victoria Line is the sixth busiest line, running from Walthamstow Central to Brixton. Along with the Waterloo & City Line, it is one of the only lines that runs completely underground. Additionally, this line has a Night Service too.
One of the major stations on this line is Victoria Station. But did you know that there are several other good stations to go to as well? In this post, I’m going to share four stations that you must visit, other than Victoria Station…
Green Park Station
The station is situated next to The Green Park (not to be confused with Green Park in Reading), which certainly lives up to the name ‘Green’. This is a great spot to go jogging or cycling, no matter what time of the year it is. Plus, it is a great place to come with friends and family if you want to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city…
Furthermore, you are never far from some of the many attractions in Central London. St James’s Park, Pall Mall, Buckingham Palace, and Trafalgar Square are all within walking distance. So, if you’re tired of crowded and stuffy Tube lines, then The Green Park is one of the many great places to walk around and take a rest…
Euston
Euston was one of the first intercity terminals in London. Now, it has become the sixth busiest station in the UK. Though the design of this station has been subjected to criticism, I think the black is a nice touch, and makes it very simplistic. However, if the design didn’t appeal to you, then the surrounding area around Euston will make up for it…
I would describe the area as quite leafy, and I particularly enjoyed walking around this area. The British Library and St Pancras International aren’t far, which is very useful if you’re a student here. Several campuses are located here including the prestigious UCL, SOAS London, and several other University of London schools.
Oxford Circus Underground Station
This station is located on the junction of Regent Street and Oxford Street and is the third busiest tube station on the London Underground network. Oxford Street is one of London’s most famous shopping districts, with over 200 million visitors here a year. It is home to the famous Selfridges and John Lewis stores, as well as sportswear, places to eat, and luxury stores too.
No matter what time of year it is, or what weather it is, Oxford Street is always a great place to go. There is something here for everyone, even if shopping isn’t your thing. During the Christmas season, the streets are lined with beautiful Christmas decorations that illuminate at night. So, don’t forget to add Oxford Street to your list of places to do your Christmas shopping and Boxing Day shopping at!
King’s Cross St Pancras
St Pancras International is connected by four railway links- the Eurostar, East Midlands Railway, Southeastern, and Thameslink. It even has its own mini shopping district, where you can grab a quick bite to eat, or get some small gifts… If you’re coming here for the first time, it can be quite easy to get lost here because of how big it is. But luckily, there are maps and clear signs to help you navigate your way around.
Adjacent to St Pancras International is King’s Cross Station, one of the busiest stations in the UK. It is also a popular tourist spot now, because of its association with Harry Potter and Platform 9¾.
My favourite thing about this station is the contrast between old and new… The outside of King’s Cross has an older design with orange bricks, and a small traditional clock tower. But the inside is a completely different story, with its amazing futuristic design in the dome. It’s really fascinating seeing the combination of old and new architecture in London, which you can read about in this post on the City of London…
