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15 Days of Adventure in Kolkata

Arkadipta Jagulia

14 Jan 2024

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Embark on a thrilling journey through the vibrant streets of Kolkata, immersing yourself in the rich culture and history of this enchanting city. From majestic temples to iconic landmarks, experience the best of Kolkata in 15 action-packed days.

Trip to Kolkata

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Botanic Gardens and Cathedral Wonders

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$4

·

$ 1

Acharya Jagadish Chandra Bose Indian Botanic Garden

269-acre botanic garden founded in 1786 with a serpentine lake, rare tree breeds & indigenous flora.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$1

25 - 30 min

~

Directions

St. Paul's Cathedral

Landmark Anglican church completed in 1847, with restored steeple and notable stained glass windows.

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$3

Day 2Wildlife Encounters and Historic Forts

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$7

·

$ 1

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

16 - 20 min

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Directions

Fort William, India

Named after British King, this riverside fortress is most famous for its 'black hole' prison cell.

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$1

8 - 12 min

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Directions

James Prinsep Ghat

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

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

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$1

Day 3Majestic Memorials and Lush Greenery

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$8

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

19 - 28 min

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Directions

Maidan

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

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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$1

Day 4Temples, Museums, and Cricket

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$8

·

$ 1

Birla Mandir

Monumental marble Hindu temple built between 1970 & 1996, with Krishna, Radha, Shiva & Durga idols.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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$1

12 - 15 min

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Directions

Rabindra Sadan

The foundation stone of this cultural center was laid by former president, Jawaharlal Nehru in 1961.

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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$1

12 - 15 min

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Directions

Eden Gardens

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

11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

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$5

Day 5Parks, Heritage Houses, and Local Delights

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$7

·

$ 1

Millennium Park

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

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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$1

9 - 11 min

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Directions

Jorasanko Thakurbari

Ancestral home of the historic Tagore family, now a museum spotlighting its members’ lives.

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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$3

12 - 17 min

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Directions

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

7 - 9 min

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Directions

Santosh Mitra Square

A Durga Puja festival is held every year at this city green space with a playground & a pool.

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

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$1

Day 6Art, History, and Iconic Bridges

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$5

·

$ 1

Indian Museum

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$4

15 - 18 min

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Directions

Howrah Bridge

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

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$1

Day 7Science Wonders and Wax Marvels

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$8

·

$ 1

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

38 - 46 min

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Directions

Mother's Wax Museum

Museum featuring wax replicas of Indian & Western actors, athletes & fictional characters.

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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$3

Day 8Thrills and Excitement at Nicco Park

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$8

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

Day 9Architectural Marvels and Spiritual Serenity

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$3

·

$ 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

48 - 58 min

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Directions

Dakshineswar Kali Temple

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

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

•

$1

Budget breakdown: $100 In total

Activities & Food:$94

Transport:$7

Trip to Kolkata

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Botanic Gardens and Cathedral Wonders

+

$5

·

$ 1

Howrah Bridge

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

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

•

$1

24 - 29 min

~

Directions

Zoological Garden, Alipore

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

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

•

$4

Day 2Wildlife Encounters and Historic Forts

+

$8

·

$ 1

James Prinsep Ghat

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

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

•

$1

9 - 11 min

~

Directions

Maidan

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

9:30 AM - 11:00 AM

•

$1

10 - 12 min

~

Directions

Eden Gardens

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

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

•

$5

Day 3Majestic Memorials and Lush Greenery

+

$8

·

$ 1

Victoria Memorial

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

•

$6

12 - 15 min

~

Directions

Millennium Park

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

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

•

$1

Day 4Temples, Museums, and Cricket

+

$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

•

$5

Day 5Parks, Heritage Houses, and Local Delights

+

$10

·

$ 1

Nicco Park

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

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

•

$8

60 - 72 min

~

Directions

Belur Math

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

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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$3

Day 6Art, History, and Iconic Bridges

+

$5

·

$ 1

Indian Museum

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

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

•

$4

52 - 63 min

~

Directions

Dakshineswar Kali Temple

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

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

•

$1

Budget breakdown: $100 In total

Activities & Food:$94

Transport:$7