Platform 9-3/4

This is a cute stop in King’s Cross Station, though the extremely long line on a Saturday early evening made it feel more over-​the-​top touristy than what I expected. It’s easy to get to, though, and doesn’t require a train ticket to see, since it’s located before you enter the ticketed platform area.

Must do for any potter fan. They have staff outside ready to take your photo (with your own device) for free. Of course, then they usher you into the shop.
I’ve been to the Wizarding World of Harry Potter, and this is like a tiny version of the shop there — except this actually has Platform 9 ¾ stuff that the larger world shop doesn’t have.
I’ve bought a pen from here before and was surprised when it was rung up at nearly a fiver. Other things are better value though, on this case I talked myself into buying a Griffandor tie. I expect to wear it at work all the while no one suspecting that I’m wearing Harry Potter merchandise. I’m such a nerd.

Nerd alert: obviously, every Harry Potter fan should try to make a visit to platform 9 & ¾ located at King’s Cross. Not only are there friendly employees to guide you in the picture-​taking process to get the best Instagram-​worthy photo, but there is a gift shop right next door where you can buy the pics they took. However, they’re not pushy AT ALL. In fact, they’ll help you out by taking several shots on your cell phone. What makes the cheesy experience even better is your choice of which house you’d like to represent with the 4 scarves ready at your disposal. They even have several different wands to «use» as props. You’d be lucky to miss out on waiting in line for this, but in 20 years you’ll look back and be glad you did it!

Hogwarts Express
Yes, it’s a tourist trap, but what a wonderful one it is. All my Harry Potter fan friends flipped out when they saw the photos of me running and «flying» into the wall.
The photos they take could be better, but they have no qualms about you and your friends taking a photo from a different angle.
The staff is great. They had troubles uploading the photos at first, but chased me down to bring me to the front of the line for a retake. They also chased me down when I forgot something at the till.
The store itself is crammed with lots of memorabilia from all Four Houses of Hogwarts, as well as Hogwarts itself.
They also have souvenirs more or less exclusive to this location. The key ring is listed as out of stock online, but they had plenty in store. I also brought back from card holders for my coworkers.
The whole visit took 15 minutes, but it’s a unique one sure to draw envy from any Harry Potter fan.

This is just a brick wall with a plaque saying Platform 9−¾ with half a trolley going through wall but then again it is a magical passage into another world of Harry Potter. The ques are very long to get a picture next the famous sign /​wall from Harry Potter so if you are a avid Harry Potter fan then yes you might not mind lining up but if you are not then I really don’t see the point in lining up for quite while just to stand next to a wall and sewn in half luggage trolley.

You are going to either rate this four or five stars because you are a Harry Potter fan or 1 star because you just don’t get it. Clearly I am in the Harry Potter fan category.
So for those of you who haven’t read the books or seen the movie series that make it the second highest grossing series with an unadjusted for inflation $ 7.7 billion… Platform 9 ¾ is set in the famous King Cross Station where Harry and the magical world use to take the Hogwarts Express to school.
In reality… it may or may not exist. I leave that to your imagination, however you can check out its spot where you photographers are on hand and the half trolley waiting to take that shot. The staff are pretty fun and want you to take pictures. They even managed to convince my non-​Harry Potter loving friend (I secretly think he might be Draco Malfoy) to join in the fun and took a few photos.
Once done, you’re guided into the commercial world of the gift shop where you can buy your shots or that special souvenir. Don’t worry if you don’t want to buy the photo, the staff were pretty good about using our cameras to take our own photos.
So if you happen to be a muggle wanting to experience the magical world of wizarding, stop on by… you definitely won’t be disappointed. And for those who don’t know 80% of the terms I might have use… Well…yeah…

Extrem witzige Idee und auf jeden Fall spaßig. Nüchtern gesehen steckt hier ein halber Kofferkuli in einer Backsteinwand und davor stehen Leute aus der ganzen Welt Schlange. Tatsächlich aber verspricht ein Besuch hier eine Menge Spaß und lustige Fotos zum rumzeigen. Darüber hinaus taucht man ein kleines Bisschen in eine magische Welt ein. Ganz klare Empfehlung.

This is not in the much fancier looking St. Pancras station, nor is it actually between platforms 9 and 10. But it was run by incredibly nice girls who joked around with everyone and encouraged you to take crazy pictures. They also don’t make you buy their pictures, and let you take your own. I feel like back in the US, I would definitely have to pay for a picture.
There was a long wait mid-​day, though. If I could do this over, we would go at night for a shorter line, and not miss precious time to see daytime attractions.

cool place to check out if you’re a harry potter fan. Just a warning though that the line is really long, I didn’t wait in line but I’m guessing it’ll take at least 30 minutes to an hour to get to your turn. You’ll get a scarf and you can jump while the staff takes a picture.

I would recommend going here early before it ‘opens’ unless you want to pay for pictures. I went here at around seven and took pictures before the people that work there come out and put a scarf of you ect. Unless you want to do that then. We went into the store after we took pictures it was a bit over priced but what do you expect its a tourist attraction. Overall it is something to see.

The line when we got here was super long

Everyone should add Platform 9−¾ to their London bucket list. It is such a fun thing to do and it is completely free!
The line to take a picture running through the Platform can be a bit long, but it moves very quickly! Plus, you are thoroughly entertained watching the other people in line take their pictures and interact with the Hogwarts students (hired photographers) who help arrange and take the pictures.
The photographers take photos for you on their camera because they are not allowed to use yours. However, there are always several volunteers standing near willing to take a photo for you! The photographers give you wands and Hogwarts scarfs for your photograph. They show you exactly where and how to stand and tell you exactly when to jump. They are more than happy to try more than once if the photo didn’t work out the first time.
If you have a group of friends, the photographers will glady arrange a group photo around the Platform. They took one of me and my two friends. Two of us were on the cart and one was posed as it she could not get through the wall and smashed into it. We had many laughs over this.
Right after the Platform photos, you can go into the gift shop. It has a ton of amazing items that any Harry Potter fan would appreciate!

Oh Platform 9 ¾…I love you. Every time I come to London I have to stop by and grab a picture attempting to push my way into the magical wizarding world… Alas…Still no luck, but i’ll keep trying.
Platform 9 ¾ is another fun, free spot in London! Before when I came here it was it’s own little spot where you would have to find someone to snap a picture of you if you were alone. Now it’s much more orchestrated with staff who take pictures for you (with their own or your own camera) and offer you your choice of house scarf to toss in the air! So cute! Definitely makes for a great photo! They also have some wands and a stuffed Hedwig if you really want to have fun!
Warning; the line can get long and since the staff is having so much fun getting the perfect shot… It may take some time, but it’s totally worth it the wait!
Once your done be sure to pop into the Platform 9 ¾ shop to check out your pictures and to get some cute Harry Potter items! The prices aren’t half bad!

A MUST for Harry Potter fans when in London! I honestly wasn’t much excited about going to Platform 9 ¾ but everything changed when I got there.
The staff working at the Platform is SUPER friendly, engaged, attentive and fun, we can clearly see they’re really committed and like what they’re doing there. They understand they’re dealing with people’s (of all ages, might I add) dreams, and make sure you have the best experience.
Everyone can have a professional photo taken, and it’s not mandatory to buy it. They take a few shots and, if you like what you see, you can purchase it (around 9 pounds for a single picture). The photographers are great, they take awesome action shots of people jumping. You can also just take your own picture with your camera/​phone — the «scarf shaker» will be there to help you out anyway.
Don’t miss it!

As a long time Harry Potter fan, it became a necessity to go to King’s Cross station during my stay in London, just to get a picture at the platform. Naturally the line to get your picture taken was incredibly long, but it honestly didn’t take forever to stand and wait; maybe about a half an hour at the most. The professional photographers there keep things running very smoothly, which I’m sure everybody appreciated.
As I mentioned, there are two photographers there, one to take your picture as you jump, and the other to throw your house scarf to the wind as you’re in the air. While they take pictures that you can buy in the Platform 9 ¾ shop, you are more than welcome to have somebody else on the sidelines taking your own personal photos.
The photographers kept things very fun and light, which was very appreciated while I was looking on, dying to get to the front of the line and get my picture taken already. While I was by myself, you’re more than welcome and encouraged to get group shots with your friends, kids, whatever. Seriously, have fun! Feel like a kid going to Hogwarts, because that’s what it’s all about!

No me puedo creer que haya tanta gente capaz de hacer cola para hacerse una foto emulando a ciertos personajes famosos de una serie de libros.
A pesar de que me encanta la magia, Harry Potter y compañía, pese a su capacidad de conjurar hechizos, nunca han sido santo de mi devoción. Eso sí, no puedo dejar de admirar el hecho de que, en una zona de una pared de ladrillo cara vista, poner medio carrito de equipajes con un búho, un letrero de Platform 9 ¾ y una chica con varias bufandas de ciertas casas de Hogwarts según seas aficionado a una u otra consiga que la gente haga cola para hacerse la famosa foto, tiene mérito. Pero como siempre, depende del nivel de interés que tengas. En mi caso, al menos, satisfizo mi curiosidad. Y no, no hice cola para la foto.

This is a must see while you’re in London! Even if you’re not a huge Harry Potter fan, it is still super fun! I had an absolute blast! I love Harry but I strongly suggest you go. There was a long line but it moves fast. The Harry Potter shop is also right next to the Platform, if you want to shop before or after. The employees are incredibly cheerful and happy. One employee lets you choose your color scarf and/​or wand and the other is taking the pictures. You are also allowed to take your own photographs, if you would rather not buy the professional photographs.
Once it’s your turn, the employee will hold your scarf up and tell you to jump! They take as many photos as you want until you love them! Any girl will appreciate this because it usually takes a few tries. I laughed the entire time and had such a ball here.
I also went into the shop and purchased the professional photograph along with a few other nerdy Harry Potter items. I’m super happy I made it a priority to visit here!

If you’re a Harry Potter fan and you are in London, the two places you have to go are the Platform 9 ¾ station, and the Leavesden Studio tour.
There is a line to get your picture taken, and it is unfortunately not between platforms 9 and 10 — there was so much traffic in that area that King’s Cross had to have it moved. It’s funny, because the atmosphere is people looking at shops, traveling, and then in the corner it’s all the Harry Potter geeks that are like, «I DON’T CARE WHERE I AM GET MY PICTURE»
I think we waited a half hour, and there is a photographer that can take your picture. You don’t feel obligated to pay at all, they take your picture for free and if you want to purchase it you can go to the store and buy it. I was honestly kind of shocked that they didn’t charge, like the amount of care they put toward every customer to make sure they had a magical experience — including a guy whose only job is to literally throw a scarf –is eye-​opening. They understand how much this stuff affects our lives. Or something.
Anyway, if you are traveling from King’s Cross, definitely get a few seconds and get a picture! If you have friends you should probably have them take pictures as well. the lighting may be better than that unforgiving professional flash.

Yes, I’m a geek lol
If you are in Kings Cross station and have the time, why not get the obligatory photo?
Note that this is not the correct location, nor where the filming took place. Its just a photo op.
We hit it at a perfect time in November. There were only 3 people in line, so we were able to take a few different pictures. They give you a few different options. Tip well for more time and photos.
I’m told lines can be HOURS long, so it depend how badly you want the photo! If its high on your list, then get here before 8am or after 11pm when the photo-​taking staff is off duty.
There’s also a Harry Potter gift shop next door, so you can take turns standing in line while the other person explores the gift shop.

I am a huge Harry Potter fan. If there is an opportunity to take a picture at Platform 9 ¾, I would do it. Even if it means waiting in line just for a 5 second photo.
Back in 2011 during my first visit to London, I dragged my friend to the King Cross station so we could both take a picture at Platform 9 ¾. The display at the time just had a cart with a Platform 9 ¾ sign above, and a very fake cardboard backdrop of bricks.
More recently, they opened a Harry Potter store at Kings Cross Station and moved the display next to the store. I dragged my boyfriend there on a Sunday at 8pm. Based on my previous experience, I didn’t expect a very formal process where there was line to take a picture, a professional photographer, and an attendant that will take your picture and help you pose with a school scarf of your choice. The display also included Hedwig’s cage, a wand, and luggage. You have your choice of house scarfs, which I thought was really cool. The attendant tosses your scarf into the air, shouts for you to look happy and to pretend you are rushing into the wall by jumping into the air. The atmosphere is light-​hearted and the whole process is entertaining.
You can buy a professional picture, but they also let you take your own photos with no pressure to buy the professional one. They also don’t rush you — the staff helped each group of tourists pose for multiple photos so the line moved slowly while I waited rather impatiently. We waited about 15 – 20 minutes which wasn’t terrible. I still loved the experience since I am a big Harry Potter fan, so it was worth it to me!
Just have simple expectations and it will be a quick fun stop.

Being the massive Potterhead I am, this was always going to get 5 stars.
It may seem like it’s just half a trolley in a wall and not even near the real platform 9 and 10, but to me, it’s a magical passage into a world I SO wish was real. I’m still waiting for my Hogwarts acceptance letter at the age of 24. It’s just lost in the owl post.
Yes, they have staff members waiting beside it acting as crowd control and taking professional pictures you can buy in the gift shop next door, and yes, they also have the house scarves you can wear while pretending to run into the wall but if you don’t want to spend any money, that’s fine too. You can take your own photos. It doesn’t matter what your budget is… you still get to be that kid pretending to run into a wall. Amazing.
And if you haven’t quite had your Harry Potter fill, just pop next door, buy a wand and have wand battles. Hey, you’re in the right place for it.

Une des premières choses que j’ai vu lors de mon city-​trip à Londres, c’est bel et bien la voie 9−¾.
Mais quelle fût ma déception, quand j’ai constaté qu’il fallait faire la file pour y accéder, que c’était une sorte d’attraction (payante?) et que l’on devait passer chacun son tour. Personnellement, je trouve que ça gâche la magie du fameux mur que l’on traverse, mais il faut bien profiter de chaque chose qui peut rapporter. Et il me semble qu’elle n’est plus accessible une fois que «l’horaire de l’activité magique» est fini. Too bad!
Néanmoins, j’apprécie le clin d’oeil à Harry Potter d’avoir créer cette fameuse voie 9−¾ !

Der Touri-​Spot schlechthin!
Von einigen staunenden Muggeln beobachtet haben wir unser Foto am «Gleiss 9 ¾» gemacht. Das hat jede Menge Spaß gemacht und ein Besuch im Harry-​Potter Shop war natürlich unumgänglich um unser Foto auch in schöner, gedruckter Version mit tollem Rahmen zu kaufen.
Das kann man sich gerne anschauen!

As a Harry Potter fan, I put Platform 9 ¾ at the top of the list for places to go and experience while I visited London earlier this month. The insanely positive reviews here only encouraged me to make sure I went, but I give it a solid 2.5 stars.
When I arrived, I was very disappointed. It’s clearly an inauthentic tourist spot — a sign on a brick wall next to a gift shop. It was originally actually on the train platform, but I learned that too many visitors got in the way of actual train riders so they moved it to a brick wall. A brick wall with a queue requiring 45 minutes of your time (on a Monday at 10am) as people line up and wait.
The half star is because the photos do end up looking pretty cool, as you get to pose with a trolley that is partially sticking out of the wall, thick Harry glasses and a crimson-​and-​gold Gryffindor scarf. A staff member stands behind you to lift the scarf so you appear airborne in the photo as if you’re whisking away from the Muggle into the Magic world. The professional photo costs ten quid and definitely looks better than images you take yourself (you are allowed to use your own camera).
I only had half a day in London, and figured Platform 9 ¾ was only two stops away on the Piccadilly Line. But I wasted probably 30 – 40 minutes to get to King’s Cross train station taking the Underground, finding Platform 9 ¾, and checking out the queue and then leaving. Keep in mind the time it takes to walk around the station, up escalators/​lifts, etc. That was time I definitely needed to take the tour at the Shakespeare’s Globe theater, but since I wasted time going to Platform 9 ¾, I didn’t have time for the Shakespeare tour (lest I miss my flight) and regret wasting any time to go visit a VERY POPULAR BRICK WALL in London.
I was warned by a real Englishman, but didn’t listen.
BOTTOM LINE: If you have a limited amount of time in London, skip this!
Tip: the gift shop sells magic wands, chocolate frogs, plush Hedwig owls, and fake gold train tickets for Platform 9 ³⁄₄

In der Kings Cross Station findet man die berühmte Platfomr 9 ¾ aus Harry Potter! Das geheime Gleis nach Hogwarts.
An einer Wand wurde ein Gepäckwagen zur Hälfte so angebracht, das es aussieht als würde er in der Wand verschwinden. Dort kann man sich photographieren lassen (un es auch selbst tun!).
Das Personal stellt Zauberstäbe und Harry Potter Schals fürs Bild zur Verfügng und gibt auch gern noch Tipps für ausgefallen Bilder.
Kaufen ist natürlich kein Muss (nebenan im Harry Potter Shop)!
Denn wie gesagt man kann das Bild auch selbst machen :)
Ein muss für all HP Fans!

La gare King’s Cross se trouvant juste en face de la gare St Pancras, en tant que fan d’Harry Potter je né pouvais manquer l’occasion d’aller faire un petit pélèrinage à la plateforme 9 ¾ :) Suivez les indications qui vous mèné vers la plateforme ⁹⁄₁₀ et vous tomberez sur la plateforme la plus magique qu’il existe.
J’appréhendais l’attente pour se faire prendre en photo mais à mon plus grand plaisir un après-​midi en pleine semaine, l’attente est quasi nulle.
2 employées s’occupe de vous, une vous prends en photo et l’autre vous dote d’une écharpe de la maison de votre choix et vous la maintient dans les airs pendant que la photographe capture votre image en train de sauter ! Vous pouvez ensuite récupérer votre cliché dans la boutique souvenir juste à côté pour £8.
Vous pouvez également vous faire prendre en photo avec votre propre appareil par uen autre personne mais les employés né sont pas autorisés à la prendre pour vous
Passage obligatoire pour tout fan d’Harry Potter !