Charing Cross: behind the silver screen

Explore the disused Jubilee line platforms, corridors and concourse that closed to the public over 25 years ago. Hear about their role as film locations, walk the secret tunnels under Trafalgar Square, and enjoy a unique view on the Northern line platforms Discover the secret platforms turned filming locations that hide at the heart of one of Central London's busiest stations. Discover the secret platforms turned filming locations that hide at the heart of one of Central London's busiest stations. Walk beneath Trafalgar Square and explore the closed-off Jubilee line platforms, passenger corridors, and concourses that last saw passengers over 25 years ago. This guided tour of secret parts of Charing Cross explores how disused areas of a modern station can come to surprising uses – from training staff and experimenting with new designs to serving as a major filming location for iconic TV and film productions. Exclusive access to closed-off areas of a Tube station Walk down secret escalators and explore parts of the station that have been closed to the public since 1999, including the Jubilee line concourse, its two disused platforms, and passenger tunnels. Now with greater freedom to explore, take in more of the station’s secret spaces and get a real sense of their scale and atmosphere. Discover the origins of the youngest Tube line Learn the story of how “the Fleet line” (later known as the Jubilee line) came into being. Hear how its construction marked a major engineering milestone and discover why Charing Cross is no longer served by this line. Explore famous filming locations Step into a real-life film set and celebrate Charing Cross’s role in major movie and TV productions, where it doubles as many other Underground stations. See newly updated clips showcasing how movie and TV crews work with TfL’s Film Office to transform the spaces into filming locations for Skyfall, Paddington, Creep, and more. Follow in the footsteps of iconic characters as you retrace the tunnels, escalators, and platforms that have been brought to life on screen. Learn about Tube innovations Discover how Charing Cross is used to test new designs before they are rolled out across the network to improve passenger safety and accessibility. Find out how these disused parts still play a vital role in keeping the Tube running smoothly today. Explore secret tunnels beneath the West End Walk hidden tunnels beneath Trafalgar Square, stand under the Fourth Plinth and the National Gallery, and peer down on Northern line trains and platforms through a secret ventilation shaft. Duration: 75 minutes Times: Weekdays 10:00, 11:55, 14:35, 16:30 Weekends 10:00, 11:55, 14:35, 16:30 Location: Meet inside the Northern line entrance of Charing Cross Underground station, opposite the ticket barriers. Tickets*: Standard price: £46.50 / £43.50concessions & children Summer price (22 July to 30 August): £40.69 / £38.06 concessions & children Why are prices temporarily reduced? Learn more > Age: This tour is open to guests aged 10 and over. Visitors aged 10 to 16 must be accompanied by an adult. London Transport Museum is a charity. Profits from your Hidden London ticket help us continue to conserve and share London’s transport and design heritage. The side of Charing Cross Station you never see. The [Hidden London] tours are a must if visiting London and totally unique. Join us for a unique and truly British afternoon by pairing your tour of Charing Cross with a classic Afternoon Tea at one of London’s greatest 19th century railways hotels, with beautiful views of The Strand. Available on our Fridays and Sundays 14:35 tours. *As well as your tour, the ticket price includes: