Rishra Travel Guide
Kolkata
Popular places to visit
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.
Dakshineswar Kali Temple
Admire architectural beauty and see important religious icons at this sacred temple complex on the banks of the Hooghly River.
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.
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.
Nicco Park
High-speed thrill rides, snow slides and a range of family attractions make this theme park one of Kolkata’s most exhilarating destinations.
Howrah Bridge
Set foot on or glide under a famous Kolkata landmark, a colossal engineering feat that’s inspired many movie-makers.
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Other neighbourhoods around Rishra
Baranagar
While Baranagar isn't home to many top sights, Belur Math and Dakshineswar Kali Temple are some notable places to visit nearby.
Dum Dum
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.
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 New Town Eco Park.
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.
Esplanade
While you're in Esplanade, take in top sights like Kolkata Panorama and jump on the metro at Esplanade Station to see more of the city.
- New Town Eco Park
- Dakshineswar Kali Temple
- New Market
- Victoria Memorial
- South City Mall
- Eden Gardens
- Biswa Bangla Convention Centre
- Howrah Bridge
- Nicco Park
- Belur Math
- City Centre 2
- Science City
- Acropolis Mall
- Salt Lake Stadium
- Salt Lake City Centre Mall
- Kalighat Kali Temple
- Alipore Zoo
- ISKCON Kolkata
- Aquatica Water Park
- Gariahat Market
- Sudder Street
- St. Xavier's College
- Netaji Indoor Stadium
- Axis Mall
- Botanical Gardens
- Nakhoda Masjid
- Fort William
- Ecospace Business Park
- Mother's Wax Museum
- Jadavpur University
- Henry's Island