Dakshineswar Travel Guide

Kolkata

Dakshineswar Kali Temple is a Hindu temple located in Dakshineswar near Kolkata. Situated on the eastern bank of the Hooghly River, the presiding deity of the temple is Bhavatarini, an aspect of Kali, meaning, 'She who liberates Her devotees from the ocean of existence i.e. Saṃsāra'.

The temple was built in 1855 by Rani Rashmoni, a philanthropist and a devotee of Kali. The temple is famous for its association with Ramakrishna, a mystic of 19th Century Bengal.
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Top hotels in Dakshineswar

ITC Royal Bengal, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Kolkata

ITC Royal Bengal, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Kolkata

5 out of 5
1 JBS Haldane Avenue Kolkata West Bengal
The price is ₹9,350 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
₹9,350
₹11,033 total
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Kolkata. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (317 reviews)
Nice

Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026

ITC Royal Bengal, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Kolkata
Fairfield by Marriott Kolkata

Fairfield by Marriott Kolkata

4 out of 5
Cb 218, CB Block(Newtown), Action Area 1C Barasat West Bengal
The price is ₹4,800 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
₹4,800
₹5,040 total
22 Mar - 23 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Barasat. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (170 reviews)
Food

Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026

Fairfield by Marriott Kolkata
The Westin Kolkata Rajarhat

The Westin Kolkata Rajarhat

5 out of 5
Plot No CBD 2 Action Area II New Town Barasat West Bengal
The price is ₹7,000 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
₹7,000
₹7,350 total
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Barasat. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free valet parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (182 reviews)
Nice

Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026

The Westin Kolkata Rajarhat
JW Marriott Hotel Kolkata

JW Marriott Hotel Kolkata

5 out of 5
4A, J.B.S. Haldane Avenue Kolkata West Bengal
The price is ₹8,500 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
₹8,500
₹10,030 total
22 Mar - 23 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Kolkata. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the room service in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (287 reviews)
The staff was courteous. The

Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026

JW Marriott Hotel Kolkata
Taj City Centre New Town Kolkata

Taj City Centre New Town Kolkata

5 out of 5
City Center New Town Barasat West Bengal
The price is ₹6,300 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
₹6,300
₹6,615 total
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Barasat. Enjoy a full-service spa, 3 restaurants and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (456 reviews)
Location of the property was good. Staffs were professional and helpful. We would definitely revisit this property.

Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026

Taj City Centre New Town Kolkata
Holiday Inn Express Kolkata Airport by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Kolkata Airport by IHG

4 out of 5
28 Jessore Road, NSCBI Airport, Dum Dum Barakpur West Bengal
Fully refundable
The price is ₹3,628 per night from 20 Mar to 21 Mar
₹3,628
₹4,859 total
20 Mar - 21 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Barakpur. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (275 reviews)
NA

Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026

Holiday Inn Express Kolkata Airport by IHG
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Other neighbourhoods around Dakshineswar

Panorama of Howrah bridge on river Ganges in kolkata city , India

Dum Dum

2.5/5(3 area reviews)

Restaurants and historical sites are just a few things travellers like about Dum Dum. A stop by Acharya Bhavan is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.

Dum Dum
Commonly known as the Portugese Church, The Cathedral of the most Holy Rosary was founded in 1799.  The interior contains beautiful sculptures including 14 Stations of the Cross. Behind the altar, there are the figures of Madonna and Child. #Hometown

Bara Bazar

Travellers like the monuments in Bara Bazar, and Nakhoda Masjid is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Bara Bazar
Nicco Park showing a lake or waterhole, boating and a park

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.

Salt Lake
Spherical 360 degree seamless Equirectangular Panoramic View, Calcutta Victoria Memorial panorama.

Sealdah

4/5(7 area reviews)

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.

Sealdah
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Rajarhat

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Rajarhat and surrounding area, you can visit City Centre 2 and Eco Urban Village.

Rajarhat
Classic colonial architecture - The Writers building at Dalhousie area Kolkata.

Esplanade

While you're in Esplanade, take in top sights like High Court and jump on the metro at Esplanade Station to see more of the city.

Esplanade


Dakshineswar Travel Guide

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