Bhowanipore Travel Guide
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
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Other neighbourhoods around Bhowanipore
Park Street
If you're spending time in Park Street, you might enjoy attractions like ISKCON Kolkata, Sri Sri Radha Govind Temple 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.
Ballygunge
Restaurants and shopping are highlights of Ballygunge. Make a stop by Quest Mall or Deshapriya Park while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Ballygunge Station to get around town.
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.
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.
Gariahat
If you're spending some time in Gariahat, Acropolis Mall and Gariahat Market are top sights worth seeing.
Sealdah
While you're in Sealdah, take in top sights like Shobhabajar Rajbari and jump on the metro at Chandni Chowk Station to see more of the city.
- Bhawanipore Cemetery
- Forum Shopping Mall
- Ahuja Art Museum
- New Market
- New Town Eco Park
- Dakshineswar Kali Temple
- Belur Math
- Victoria Memorial
- Howrah Bridge
- Eden Gardens
- South City Mall
- Nicco Park
- Biswa Bangla Convention Centre
- Science City
- City Centre 2
- Salt Lake City Centre Mall
- Acropolis Mall
- Kalighat Kali Temple
- ISKCON Kolkata
- Salt Lake Stadium
- Botanical Gardens
- Jodhpur Park
- St. Xavier's College
- Alipore Zoo
- Sudder Street
- Quest Mall
- Nakhoda Masjid
- Fort William
- Jadavpur University
- Ratan Babu Ghat
- Axis Mall
- Ecospace Business Park