Dakshineswar Travel Guide
Popular places to visit
Dakshineswar Kali Temple
Admire architectural beauty and see important religious icons at this sacred temple complex on the banks of the Hooghly River.
Bally Bridge
This striking-looking steel bridge provides a great vantage point to view life on the Hooghly River, the body of water that flows along the western edge of Kolkata.
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.
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.
Howrah Bridge
Set foot on or glide under a famous Kolkata landmark, a colossal engineering feat that’s inspired many movie-makers.
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 Dakshineswar
Baranagar
While Baranagar isn't home to many top sights, Ratan Babu Ghat and Bally Bridge are some notable places to visit nearby.
Bally
Bally might not have many top sights, but Bally Bridge and Dakshineswar Kali Temple are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Dumdum
Restaurants and historical sites are just a few things travellers like about Dumdum. A stop by Acharya Bhavan is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.
Bara Bazar
Travellers like the monuments in Bara Bazar, and Nakhoda Masjid is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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.
Sealdah
While you're in Sealdah, take in top sights like Thanthania Kalibari and jump on the metro at Chandni Chowk Station to see more of the city.
- Dakshineswar Kali Temple
- Bally Bridge
- New Town Eco Park
- New Market
- Howrah Bridge
- Victoria Memorial
- Belur Math
- Eden Gardens
- Nicco Park
- South City Mall
- Biswa Bangla Convention Centre
- Science City
- City Centre 2
- Acropolis Mall
- Salt Lake City Centre Mall
- Salt Lake Stadium
- Alipore Zoo
- Kalighat Kali Temple
- Botanical Gardens
- ISKCON Kolkata
- Quest Mall
- St. Xavier's College
- Sudder Street
- Fort William
- Jodhpur Park
- Nakhoda Masjid
- Ecospace Business Park
- Jadavpur University
- Ratan Babu Ghat
- Axis Mall
- Milan Mela
- Aquatica Water Park