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.
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.
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.
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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.
Bara Bazar
Travellers like the monuments in Bara Bazar, and Nakhoda Masjid is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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.
Gariahat
If you're spending some time in Gariahat, Gariahat Market and Acropolis Mall are top sights worth seeing.
Salt Lake
Discover Salt Lake, memorable for its lake views. Popular attractions in Salt Lake include Salt Lake City Centre Mall and Nicco Park, and you can see more of the area by hopping on the metro at Bengal Chemical Station.
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- High Court
- Metropolitan Building
- Kolkata Panorama
- Chandpal Ghat
- Raj Bhavan
- New Market
- New Town Eco Park
- Dakshineswar Kali Temple
- Belur Math
- Victoria Memorial
- South City Mall
- Howrah Bridge
- Biswa Bangla Convention Centre
- Eden Gardens
- City Centre 2
- Science City
- Nicco Park
- Salt Lake City Centre Mall
- Salt Lake Stadium
- Acropolis Mall
- Kalighat Kali Temple
- ISKCON Kolkata
- St. Xavier's College
- Alipore Zoo
- Sudder Street
- Botanical Gardens
- Ratan Babu Ghat
- Quest Mall
- Ecospace Business Park
- Nakhoda Masjid
- Gariahat Market
- Fort William