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7 Days in Kolkata: Unveiling the City of Joy

Kumar Shubham

Kumar Shubham

14 Jan 2024

Embark on a thrilling journey through the vibrant streets of Kolkata, where history, culture, and mouthwatering cuisine collide. From iconic landmarks like Victoria Memorial to hidden gems like Science City, immerse yourself in the charm of the City of Joy.

Trip to Kolkata

Day 1Majestic Marvels - Victoria Memorial & Millennium Park
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$8

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$ 1

Victoria Memorial
Elegant, domed, white marble museum, opened in 1921, housing displays on the history of Kolkata.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$6
12 - 15 min

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Millennium Park
Scenic shoreline park with balustrades overlooking the water, landscaped gardens & amusement rides.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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$1
Day 2A Stroll Through History - Maidan & Indian Museum
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$5

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$ 1

Maidan
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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$1
8 - 10 min

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Indian Museum
Indian heritage museum with sections on archaeology, art, anthropology and geology, founded in 1814.
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$4
Day 3Unleashing the Scientist Within - Science City
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$5

Science City - Kolkata
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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$5
Day 4Captivating Cultural Odyssey - Biswa Bangla Gate, Santosh Mitra Square & Muhammad Ali Park
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$4

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$ 1

Biswa Bangla Gate
Contemporary restaurant in a landmark circular property offering regional, Chinese & Italian dishes.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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$1
39 - 47 min

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Santosh Mitra Square
A Durga Puja festival is held every year at this city green space with a playground & a pool.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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$1
9 - 11 min

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Muhammad Ali Park
Compact urban space & host to an annual Hindu festival celebrated in fall with themed displays.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$1
Day 5Thrills and Tranquility - Nicco Park & James Prinsep Ghat
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$9

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$ 1

Nicco Park
Theme park with attractions aimed at families & children, with a rollercoaster & water rides.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$8
32 - 39 min

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James Prinsep Ghat
1841 ghat featuring a monument with Greek & Gothic details in a parklike setting with bridge views.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$1
Day 6Divine Encounters - Dakshineswar Kali Temple & Belur Math
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$4

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$ 1

Dakshineswar Kali Temple
9 ornate spires top this riverside red and cream 1800s temple, with shrines to Krishna and Vishnu.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$1
20 - 24 min

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Belur Math
Temples, shrines & a museum dedicated to spiritual guru Sri Ramakrishna spread over a vast site.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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$3
Day 7Wildlife Wonders - Zoological Garden, Alipore
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$4

Zoological Garden, Alipore
Established in the 1870s, India's oldest zoo is a popular attraction & has 100+ species of animals.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$4

Budget breakdown: $40 In total

Activities & Food:$38
Transport:$3