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.
Howrah Bridge
Set foot on or glide under a famous Kolkata landmark, a colossal engineering feat that’s inspired many movie-makers.
Top hotels in Esplanade
Peerless Hotel Kolkata
The breakfast is great
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
Polo Floatel Kolkata
Property conditions need to be improved. Staff are good, helpful. Restaurant is good. Food is good.
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2024
ITC Royal Bengal, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Kolkata
Spent 4 nights at the ITC Royal Bengal with two young kids. We were thoroughly impressed by the property, the food but more so the service. During breakfast, the executive chef Mr Ranvijay personally came up and enquired how we were doing. When he saw we have a baby with us, he gave us his personal ...
Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025
YMCA Seacom Inn
Poor maintenance, Inside the room is OK but outside is dirty and dusty. Poor bathroom condition.
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2019
Taj City Centre New Town Kolkata
Good
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025
Holiday Inn Express Kolkata Airport by IHG
Reviewed on 9 Oct 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.
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.
Park Street
If you're spending time in Park Street, you might enjoy attractions like Camac Street and The Harrington Street Arts Centre. 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
- Raj Bhavan
- Chandpal Ghat
- New Town Eco Park
- New Market
- Dakshineswar Kali Temple
- Biswa Bangla Convention Centre
- Victoria Memorial
- Howrah Bridge
- Belur Math
- Nicco Park
- Science City
- City Centre 2
- Salt Lake City Centre Mall
- South City Mall
- Acropolis Mall
- Alipore Zoo
- Eden Gardens
- Kalighat Kali Temple
- ISKCON Kolkata
- St. Xavier's College
- Salt Lake Stadium
- Gariahat Market
- Milan Mela
- Fort William
- Sudder Street
- Netaji Indoor Stadium
- Jodhpur Park
- Nakhoda Masjid
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