Kalighat Travel Guide
Kolkata
Popular places to visit
Kalighat Kali Temple
After visiting Kalighat Kali Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kolkata. Stroll along the lakeside or 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 Kalighat
ITC Royal Bengal, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Kolkata
The hotel itself is nice just dissapointed with the Residents Lounge which was an additional cost but was really very poor. The food never got replenished and seems like hotel policy to start late but finish on tome so it doenst have to provide food or drinks for the full duration We pointed this ...
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
Fairfield by Marriott Kolkata
Food
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
The Westin Kolkata Rajarhat
JW Marriott Hotel Kolkata
The staff was courteous. The
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Taj Bengal
Room was spotless and the staff was very helpful and courteous. Food offerings were great for our Western diet. Pool area was amazing and perfect temperature. Location was central to our activities.
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Novotel Kolkata Hotel & Residences Hotel
Room was good. Stuff very helpful and courteous. Will stay again and highly recommend.
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Kalighat
South Kolkata
While you're in South Kolkata, take in top sights like Alipore Zoo or Gariahat Market, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Netaji Bhavan Station or Jatin Das Park Station.
Ballygunge
Restaurants and shopping are highlights of Ballygunge. Make a stop by Shrine Basilica Bandel or Quest Mall while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Ballygunge Station to get around town.
Bhowanipore
If you're spending time in Bhowanipore, check out sights like Forum Shopping Mall or Camac Street and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Rabindra Sadan Station or Netaji Bhavan Station.
Minto Park
Discover Minto Park, memorable for its restaurants. Popular attractions in Minto Park include Forum Shopping Mall and Camac Street, and you can see more of the area by hopping on the metro at Rabindra Sadan Station.
Park Street
If you're spending time in Park Street, you might enjoy attractions like Camac Street 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.
Gariahat
If you're spending some time in Gariahat, Gariahat Market and Acropolis Mall are top sights worth seeing.
