5 Days in Kolkata: Unveiling the City of Joy

Sonu Chaudhary

14 Jan 2024

Embark on a thrilling journey through Kolkata's rich history, vibrant culture, and delectable cuisine. From iconic landmarks to hidden gems, this itinerary is your ticket to experiencing the true essence of the City of Joy.

Trip to Kolkata

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Delving into History and Nature's Abode

$35

$ 3

Doordarshan Guest House

Depart from your stay 🏨

33 - 40 min

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Indian heritage museum with sections on archaeology, art, anthropology and geology, founded in 1814.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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19 - 23 min

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Established in the 1870s, India's oldest zoo is a popular attraction & has 100+ species of animals.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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8 - 12 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$20

Day 2Embracing the Grandeur of Kolkata

$22

$ 4

Doordarshan Guest House

Depart from your stay 🏨

29 - 35 min

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The largest urban park in West Bengal, home of Eden Gardens cricket stadium & a race course.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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20 - 24 min

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1841 ghat featuring a monument with Greek & Gothic details in a parklike setting with bridge views.

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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7 - 9 min

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Elegant, domed, white marble museum, opened in 1921, housing displays on the history of Kolkata.

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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$13

11 - 16 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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Day 3Unleashing the Wonders of Science and Serenity

$37

$ 3

Doordarshan Guest House

Depart from your stay 🏨

35 - 42 min

Directions

Interactive garden with a maze & children's play equipment at a landmark science & tech museum.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$10

32 - 39 min

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Scenic shoreline park with balustrades overlooking the water, landscaped gardens & amusement rides.

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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6 - 9 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$24

Day 4Thrills, Cricket, and Coffee

$49

$ 3

Doordarshan Guest House

Depart from your stay 🏨

36 - 44 min

Directions

Theme park with attractions aimed at families & children, with a rollercoaster & water rides.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$15

28 - 34 min

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Major, 66,000-capacity cricket ground hosting Indian Premier League and international matches.

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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$10

9 - 14 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$24

Day 5Iconic Bridges, Divine Temples, and Spiritual Bliss

$26

$ 4

Doordarshan Guest House

Depart from your stay 🏨

41 - 50 min

Directions

Bustling cantilever road bridge opened since 1943 and spanning the Hooghly River.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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39 - 47 min

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9 ornate spires top this riverside red and cream 1800s temple, with shrines to Krishna and Vishnu.

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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20 - 24 min

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Temples, shrines & a museum dedicated to spiritual guru Sri Ramakrishna spread over a vast site.

12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

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12 - 17 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$16

Budget breakdown: $182 In total

Activities & Food:$168

Transport:$14