Tour Kolkata — The City of Joy
Kolkata, the cultural capital of India, is a city of contrasts — colonial grandeur beside bustling bazaars, literary heritage beside street food culture. Here are some of the must-visit places.
Victoria Memorial
Maidan Area
A grand marble monument dedicated to Queen Victoria, built between 1906 and 1921. Now a museum housing over 25,000 artifacts. One of the most iconic landmarks of Kolkata.
Indian Museum
Park Street
Founded in 1814, this is the oldest and largest museum in India and the Asia-Pacific region. Houses rare collections of antiques, armour, ornaments, fossils, skeletons, and art.
Belur Math & Ramakrishna Mission
Belur, Howrah
The headquarters of the Ramakrishna Mission, founded by Swami Vivekananda in 1899. A serene complex on the west bank of the Hooghly River blending Hindu, Christian, and Islamic architectural styles.
Jorasanko Thakurbari
North Kolkata
The ancestral home and birthplace of Rabindranath Tagore. Now a museum dedicated to the Nobel laureate, housing personal artifacts, paintings, and manuscripts.
Kalighat Temple
Kalighat
One of the 51 Shakti Peethas, dedicated to Goddess Kali. Among the most sacred Hindu temples in Bengal, located beside the Adi Ganga (old Ganges channel).
Science City
EM Bypass
The largest science centre in the Indian subcontinent, a must-visit for families. Features space science, evolution theme park, science on a sphere, and a virtual reality system.
Vidyasagar Setu (Second Hooghly Bridge)
Prinsep Ghat
A cable-stayed bridge across the Hooghly River, completed in 1992. One of the longest cable-stayed bridges in Asia, offering spectacular views of Kolkata.
Paresnath Temple
North Kolkata
A magnificent Jain temple built in 1867, featuring exquisitely decorated stained-glass windows, mirrors, and floral motifs. One of the finest examples of Jain architecture in eastern India.
New Market (Hogg Market)
Lindsay Street, BBD Bagh
Established in 1874, this bustling indoor market spans several acres. A shopping paradise with over 2,000 stalls selling everything from fresh produce to electronics, clothing, and souvenirs.
Dakshineswar Kali Temple
Dakshineswar
A famous Hindu temple on the banks of the Hooghly River, associated with Ramakrishna Paramahamsa. Built in 1855 by Rani Rashmoni, the nine-spired complex is a major pilgrimage site.
Howrah Bridge (Rabindra Setu)
Strand Road
An iconic cantilever bridge spanning the Hooghly River, one of the busiest bridges in the world. Completed in 1943, it has become a symbol of Kolkata.
Park Street
Central Kolkata
The heart of Kolkata's social and cultural life, lined with restaurants, cafes, bakeries, and nightclubs. Famous for its Christmas celebrations and the lively atmosphere year-round.