Esplanade Travel Guide
Kolkata
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 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.
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.
Top hotels in Esplanade
Peerless Hotel Kolkata
Friendly staff, spacious room
Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025
Polo Floatel Kolkata
The property is a repurposed ship which is a cool idea. The Bengali buffet lunch was great. The breakfast was amazing. The view was really beautiful as you are on the Ganges river and the Hooghly bridge is in front of you, from your room. But the property is very old and has not been upgraded. The ...
Reviewed on 19 May 2025
ITC Royal Bengal, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Kolkata
One night in Kolkata before our flight home and wanted to treat ourselves. Fantastic service, all staff very helpful and accommodating, nothing way too much. Pool was quiet and relaxed and a well equipped gym. Breakfast was amazing! Lots of choice with local favourites and our waiter Aditya was amazing ...
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025
The Westin Kolkata Rajarhat
Good staff, excellent room, clean, great views, everything worked.
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Fairfield by Marriott Kolkata
clean rooms, very helpful staff,
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
Hyatt Centric Ballygunge Kolkata
Great hotel, good food and super staff
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
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.
Park Street
If you're spending time in Park Street, you might enjoy attractions like Park Street Cemetery and Camac Street. 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.
Bhowanipore
If you're spending time in Bhowanipore, check out sights like Camac Street or Ahuja Art Museum and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Rabindra Sadan Station or Netaji Bhavan Station.
Tangra
Visitors to Tangra enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Milan Mela is worth a stop.
Esplanade Travel Guide
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- High Court
- Metropolitan Building
- Kolkata Panorama
- Chandpal Ghat
- Raj Bhavan
- New Town Eco Park
- New Market
- Dakshineswar Kali Temple
- Victoria Memorial
- Belur Math
- Alipore Zoo
- Biswa Bangla Convention Centre
- South City Mall
- Howrah Bridge
- Science City
- Eden Gardens
- Kalighat Kali Temple
- Nicco Park
- City Centre 2
- Salt Lake City Centre Mall
- Acropolis Mall
- Salt Lake Stadium
- Fort William
- Gariahat Market
- Sudder Street
- Jodhpur Park
- ISKCON Kolkata
- Jadavpur University
- Botanical Gardens
- Axis Mall
- Mother's Wax Museum
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