Popular places to visit
Metropolitan Building
You can learn about the history of Kolkata with a visit to Metropolitan Building. Take some time to visit the monuments in this culturally rich area.
New Market
Hunt for bargains at one of Kolkata’s oldest markets, an indoor arcade with food, clothing and handicraft stalls that’s been serving the city for over 135 years.
New Town Eco Park
Known for its diverse ecological landscapes, man-made lake, children’s play area and musical fountain show, this ecological park is fun for all the family.
Dakshineswar Kali Temple
Admire architectural beauty and see important religious icons at this sacred temple complex on the banks of the Hooghly River.
Victoria Memorial
See photographs and paintings charting Kolkata’s history at this marble palace dedicated to England’s Queen Victoria, the former Empress of India.
Belur Math
Find out about the history of Howrah when you spend time at Belur Math. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the monuments in this culturally rich area.
Things to do
Kolkata: A Sea of Faces and A Thousand Places
Audio Guided Tour Through Dalhousie or BBD Bagh Area, Kolkata
Kolkata Full Day Sightseeing Including Mother House, Kumortuli and Flower Market
Kolkata - A Sea of Faces and A Thousand Places (local guide)
Experience Kolkata in 2 Days like never before - Private Tour
Kolkata 3-Hour Tour of Kumortuli - The Goddess Beckons
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Other neighbourhoods around Esplanade
Dharmatala
While you're in Dharmatala, take in top sights like New Market and jump on the metro at Esplanade Station to see more of the city.
Taltala
While you're in Taltala, take in top sights like Sudder Street and jump on the metro at Esplanade Station to see more of the city.
Bara Bazar
Travellers like the monuments in Bara Bazar, and Nakhoda Masjid is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Sealdah
While you're in Sealdah, take in top sights like Shobhabajar Rajbari and jump on the metro at Chandni Chowk Station to see more of the city.
Park Street
If you're spending time in Park Street, you might enjoy attractions like ISKCON Kolkata, Sri Sri Radha Govind Temple and Park Street Cemetery. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Park Street Station to see more of the city.
Ballygunge
Restaurants and shopping are highlights of Ballygunge. Make a stop by Quest Mall or Deshapriya Park while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Ballygunge Station to get around town.
- Metropolitan Building
- Kolkata Panorama
- New Market
- New Town Eco Park
- Dakshineswar Kali Temple
- Victoria Memorial
- Belur Math
- Howrah Bridge
- Biswa Bangla Convention Centre
- Nicco Park
- Kalighat Kali Temple
- Alipore Zoo
- Sudder Street
- Quest Mall
- Ecospace Business Park
- Nakhoda Masjid
- Ratan Babu Ghat
- Gariahat Market