Kolkata Tour

A colorful city with a distinctive character, Kolkata paints a delightful blend of colonial and contemporary India. A city of bookworms, art aficionados’ football maniacs, foodies and conversationalists; Kolkata is the sum total of its heritage, culture and people. Feast your eyes on the Raj-era buildings, ride the city tram, dig into the street food, get your dose of spirituality at the Kali Ghat temple and ?take a boat ride on River Hooghly- Kolkata’s boisterous charm is quite infectious.

Major attractions

Howrah Bridge
Spanning River Hooghly, Howrah Bridge is the iconic symbol of Kolkata. Connecting the twin cities of Hooghly & Kolkata, Howrah Bridge offers stunning views of the twin cities, especially with twinkling lights at night.

Victoria Memorial
A memorial to Queen Victoria, built in 1921, this remarkable building has now been turned into a museum. Its vast galleries showcase paintings of the British royalty, historic artifacts, weapons, textiles, coins and stamps that take you through the yesteryears of Kolkata.

Marble Palace
This grand estate is a reminder of the opulent past of Kolkata. Built by Raja Rajendra Mullick in 1835, this palatial building is home to his descendents. Incorporating 100 different kinds of marbles, this neoclassical home with its Corinthian columns and detailed architecture, is home to various art forms from many European countries.

Indian Museum
Conceived in 1796 as an idea to preserve the rich heritage of India, this museum was finally established in 1814 and is the oldest and the largest museum in the country. Often called “Jadu Ghar” or “House of Magic”, this museum is a treasure trove of cultural, archeological and anthropological evolution of India.

Acharya Jagadish Chandra Bose Indian Botanic Garden?
Set up in 1786 in an area of over 109 hectare, these gardens are a perfect place for nature photography. Its iridescent Orchid House, charming serpentine lake and a fascinating collection of over 12,000 plant species is a delightful experience.

Kali Ghat Temple
This ancient temple dedicated to Goddess Kali depicts the deep rooted religious & cultural traditions of Bengal. The main idol, a wrathful form of the Goddess, featuring three big eyes, four hands and a long protruding tongue has a hypnotizing effect on the devotees.

Other Attractions

• Belur Math
• Tagore’s House
• China Town
• St. Paul’s Cathedral
• Beth-El Synagogue
• Alipore Zoo
• Dakshineshwar Temple
• Birla Temple

Nearby Excursions

• Shantiniketan (163kms) ? Set up by Gurudev Rabindranath Tagore. The nerve center of Bengali culture.
• Sunderban National Park (110kms) - Mangrove forests home to the Royal Bengal Tiger.

Fairs & Festivals in Kolkata

• Durga Puja- Devoted to various forms of Goddess Durga, Celebrated in October.
• Vasant Panchami-Spring Festival in February or March
• Rath Yatra- Chariot Festival in June or July
• Gangasagar Mela- Religious dips in River Ganges. Celebrated in January.
• International Kolkata Book Fair

Shopping in Kolkata
Kolkata is a shopper’s paradise! Traditional Kantha, Tant and Baluchari sarees, milky-white Sola Pith artifacts, Dokra metal figurines, terracotta images, Kalighat Paintings and Putul (puppet) Dolls- shop to your heart’s content!

Food in Kolkata
Kolkata is a foodie’s playground! Traditional Macher Jhol (fish curry), Kosha Mangsho (Mutton curry), Shukto (mixed vegetables), Chelo Kebabs, Puchkas (spicy water bombs), Kolkata Kathi Rolls, Roshogulla, Sandesh and Mishti Doi- you can never have enough of Kolkata delicacies!?

Best Time to Visit
Kolkata gets quite warm and sultry in summers and so is best visited in winters from October to March.

How to Reach
By Air- Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport at Dumdum, about 17kms from city center, caters to both domestic and international traffic.
By Rail- The two major railheads at Hooghly and Sealdah connect Kolkata with all major Indian cities with many direct & express trains.
By Road- Kolkata is connected with the rest of the country by a network of well maintained roads & highways.

Check out our Tour Packages for a wonderful experience in this City of Joy where monuments, heritage, culture and art create a beautiful web that is sure to capture your heart. Do reach us for custom made tour packages for your travel group.