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New Cross London Guide: Things to Do, Eat & Explore Near NX LONDON Hostel

Last updated: April 2026 — new London guides added regularly by the NX LONDON team.

New Cross is one of London’s most creative and underrated neighborhoods — a place where live music, independent cafés, green spaces, and fast connections to the city center all come together. Whether you’re visiting London for the first time or staying local and looking to explore deeper, this guide brings together the best things to do in New Cross and around London, curated by the team at NX London Hostel.

From iconic landmarks and museums to hidden local spots and easy day trips, you’ll find practical, experience‑led guides designed to help you plan smarter, save money, and make the most of your stay. Many of the attractions featured here are walkable or just a short train ride from New Cross, making this area an ideal base for discovering both classic London sights and lesser‑known favorites.

The NX London Hostel blog shares local tips, guides, and insights to help travelers experience New Cross and London like a local.

Why NX LONDON Hostel Is a Great Base for Exploring London

NX London Hostel is located in the heart of New Cross, South East London, just a short walk from New Cross Gate and New Cross stations. This makes it easy to reach central London hotspots like London Bridge, Shoreditch, Canary Wharf, Greenwich, and the West End — often in under 20 minutes.

Staying in New Cross also means experiencing a more local side of London. The neighbourhood is known for its live music venues, global food spots, leafy parks, and creative energy, while still being well‑connected to the city’s major landmarks. Many of the places featured in this guide are either walkable from NX London Hostel or an easy train or bus ride away, making it a practical base whether you’re visiting London for a few days or longer.

All guides below are curated with travelers staying in and around New Cross in mind.

19 Jul

Underbelly Festival 2017

Underbelly Festival in South Bank Until 30 September 2017 Enjoy a fun-packed festival of live entertainment and al-fresco eating and drinking at Underbelly Festival in South Bank. This year, Udderbelly Festival joins forces with neighbouring festival London Wonderground to present a huge...
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19 Jul

Notting Hill Carnival

Notting Hill Carnival From 26 August 2017 to 28 August 2017 Join London’s biggest street party as the Notting Hill Carnival fills the streets of West London with Caribbean colours, music and flavours. Watch elaborate floats and colourful costumed performers wind their...
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19 Jul

Buckingham Palace Tour 2017

Buckingham Palace Tour: Summer Opening 2017 From 22 July 2017 to 1 October 2017 Visit the official London residence of the Queen, as Buckingham Palace opens its doors to the public this summer. Explore the lavishly furnished State Rooms of one of the...
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1 Jun

London Food Month

London Food Month From 1 June 2017 to 30 June 2017 About Treat your taste buds to a month-long feast of food and drink as London Food Month sets up home in the capital for the first time. Packed full of food-focused events,...
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1 Jun

Trooping the Colour

Trooping the Colour: The Queen’s Birthday Parade June 17, 2017 Watch troops from the Household Division honour the Queen’s official birthday with a fantastic military parade that has taken place in London for two centuries. About Experience a traditional ceremony full of...
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7 Apr

Open-Air Theatre

Open-Air theatre at the Globe If you’ve always wanted to come to London to experience what William Shakespeare’s life should have been, you’d be glad to know that the Globe is starting its summer season again with non-other than ‘Romeo and Juliet’....
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