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3 Days in Kolkata: A Cultural Journey

Athii K

Athii K

17 Oct 2023

Experience the vibrant city of Kolkata in 3 days with this exciting itinerary. Explore iconic landmarks, indulge in delicious cuisine, and immerse yourself in the rich culture of West Bengal, India.

Trip to Kolkata

Day 1
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$63

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$ 1

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$10
11 - 16 min

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Victoria Memorial
Elegant, domed, white marble museum, opened in 1921, housing displays on the history of Kolkata.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$6
12 - 18 min

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M.P. Birla Planetarium
Traditional, domed planetarium & observatory featuring astronomy shows in multiple languages.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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$4
4 - 6 min

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Mayaram
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$18
5 - 8 min

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St. Paul's Cathedral
Landmark Anglican church completed in 1847, with restored steeple and notable stained glass windows.
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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$3
12 - 15 min

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Shree Swaminarayan Mandir
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
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$1
12 - 17 min

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Maddox Square Park
Bustling urban park offering benches, grassy spots & play areas, plus grand annual celebrations.
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
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$1
7 - 9 min

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Haldiram Food City
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
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$18
4 - 5 min

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Birla Mandir
Monumental marble Hindu temple built between 1970 & 1996, with Krishna, Radha, Shiva & Durga idols.
9:00 PM - 10:00 PM
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$1
Day 2
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$75

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$ 2

Royal Indian Hotel
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$18
11 - 16 min

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Mullick Ghat Flower Market - Hawkers Committee
9:00 AM - 10:00 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.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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$1
9 - 11 min

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Smaranika Tram Museum
Artifacts, photos & replicas of early public transportation displayed in a 1930s trolley car.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
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$1
6 - 9 min

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1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$18
6 - 9 min

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Raj Bhavan, Kolkata
Mansion residence of the governor of West Bengal, built in 1803 & with tours by appointment.
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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$1
8 - 11 min

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Eden Gardens
Major, 66,000-capacity cricket ground hosting Indian Premier League and international matches.
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
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$5
9 - 11 min

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Fort William, India
Named after British King, this riverside fortress is most famous for its 'black hole' prison cell.
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
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$1
9 - 11 min

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The Hub
8:00 PM - 9:30 PM
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$26
17 - 21 min

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James Prinsep Ghat
1841 ghat featuring a monument with Greek & Gothic details in a parklike setting with bridge views.
9:30 PM - 10:30 PM
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$1
Day 3
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$65

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$ 4

Flavours
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$16
9 - 11 min

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Biswa Bangla Gate
Contemporary restaurant in a landmark circular property offering regional, Chinese & Italian dishes.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$1
36 - 44 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.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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$1
15 - 18 min

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Indian Museum
Indian heritage museum with sections on archaeology, art, anthropology and geology, founded in 1814.
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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$4
15 - 18 min

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2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
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$18
8 - 11 min

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General Post Office (G.P.O.)
Neoclassical structure with a high white dome built in the 1860s on the site of a British fort.
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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$1
7 - 9 min

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Howrah Bridge
Bustling cantilever road bridge opened since 1943 and spanning the Hooghly River.
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
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$1
14 - 17 min

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Tongue Twister
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$18
19 - 23 min

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Kumartuli Park
8:30 PM - 9:30 PM
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$1
42 - 51 min

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Belur Math
Temples, shrines & a museum dedicated to spiritual guru Sri Ramakrishna spread over a vast site.
10:00 PM - 11:30 PM
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$3

Budget breakdown: $208 In total

Activities & Food:$202
Transport:$6