Kolkata
With its quaint yellow taxis, vintage trams, massive bridges, age-old jazz bars, colonial structures, heritage homes, iconic eateries, Durga Puja festivities, picturesque ghats and boat rides over Ganga -- Kolkata is the city of picture perfect snapshots.
Things To See & Do
Dakshineshwar Kali Temple
Dedicated to Goddess Kali
Situated on the banks of Ganga, this famous site of pilgrimage was founded by Kali devotee and prominent Bengali reformer and freedom fighter Rani Rashmoni. Ramkrishna Pramahans was the head priest here.
Minimum 2 hours
Suggested Time
Maidan
Vast Public Park in the Heart of Kolkata
Surrounded by city landmarks like Raj Bhavan, Fort William, Eden Gardens and Victoria Memorial, this thousand-acre stretch of greenery acts as the lungs of the city and the favourite playground for its sports crazy residents.
0.5 hours to 1 h...
Suggested Time
Belur Math
A Beautiful Pilgrimage Destination
A striking temple with artistic domes that can be seen from far, Belur Math was built on the western bank of River Hooghly. It is dedicated to Ramkrishna Mission, a spiritual body that promotes peace and unity.
2-3 hours
Suggested Time
Howrah Bridge
The Floating Lifeline of Kolkata
Opened in February 1943, this cantilever steel bridge hangs majestically over River Hooghly (Ganga) and was often the first sight that greeted awe-struck travellers who arrived in the city from nearby towns, by rail or water.
15 to 30 minutes
Suggested Time
Victoria Memorial
British-era Palatial Marble Museum
A sprawling marble palatial monument dedicated to the memory of Britan’s Queen Victoria, this is one of Kolkata’s most famous landmarks and was built using the same Makrana Marble as Taj Mahal.
Minimum 2 hours
Suggested Time
Indian Museum
Treasure-trove of Indian History
Located in the New Market area, this museum showcases many rare collections of paintings, artefacts, artworks, fossils and antiques. It is the ninth oldest museum in the world and is popularly called ‘Jadughar'.
Minimum 2 hours
Suggested Time
Netaji Bhawan
Memorial for Freedom Fighter Subhas Chandra Bose
Located on Lala Lajpat Rai Sarani, this ancestral home of Netaji acts as a memorial and research centre for his life. It has a biographical archival museum, a library and an auditorium for lectures.
Minimum 2 hours
Suggested Time
Prinsep Ghat
River Hooghly's Most Famous Ghat
Prinsep Ghat, one of the prettiest and most accessible ghats on River Hooghly, was established during the British Raj. A Palladian porch also graces the area overlooking Vidyasagar Setu in the background.
1 to 2 hours
Suggested Time
Jorasanko Thakur Bari
Birthplace of Rabindranath Tagore
Literally translating to the House of Thakurs, Jorasanko Thakur Bari is the ancestral home of the Kolkata's eminent Tagore Family. It has also been the centre for political and cultural discussions during India’s independence struggle.
Minimum 2 hours
Suggested Time
Maulana Azad Museum Kolkata
Celebrating a Freedom Fighter's Legacy
Maulana Azad Museum in Kolkata honours the life and work of Maulana Abul Kalam Azad, a prominent leader in India's freedom struggle and an esteemed scholar.
1-2 hours
Suggested Time
Dalhousie Square
Kolkata's Colonial Heritage
Officially called BBD Bagh, this is the current government's administrative hub. Most of the buildings here were built by the British when Kolkata (then Calcutta) was their capital.
Minimum 2 hours
Suggested Time
Best Time To Visit Kolkata
Throughout the Year
OCT-FEB
Peak Season
MAR-APR
Moderate Season
MAY-SEP
Off-season
- Whattoexpect:Cool weather.
- Thingsyou'lllove:Regional festivals, street food and sightseeing.
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2h 15m . One way
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3h 45m . One way
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