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8 Days in Kolkata: Unveiling the City of Joy

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15 Jan 2024

Embark on an exhilarating journey through the vibrant streets of Kolkata, immersing yourself in its rich history, delectable cuisine, and awe-inspiring landmarks. From iconic monuments to hidden gems, this itinerary promises an unforgettable adventure in the City of Joy.

Trip to Kolkata

Day 1Cultural Delights and Culinary Bliss
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$27

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$ 1

Pan Asian
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$5
16 - 23 min

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Science City - Kolkata
Interactive garden with a maze & children's play equipment at a landmark science & tech museum.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$3
38 - 46 min

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Mother's Wax Museum
Museum featuring wax replicas of Indian & Western actors, athletes & fictional characters.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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$1
12 - 15 min

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Flavours
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$9
16 - 20 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$9
Day 2Thrills and Wonders of Kolkata
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$36

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$ 1

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$9
5 - 6 min

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Nicco Park
Theme park with attractions aimed at families & children, with a rollercoaster & water rides.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$4
17 - 21 min

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Biswa Bangla Gate
Contemporary restaurant in a landmark circular property offering regional, Chinese & Italian dishes.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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$1
8 - 10 min

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News
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$9
13 - 16 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$13
Day 3Tea, Parks, and Heritage Treasures
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$31

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$ 1

Kona Dukan Tea Stock Exchange
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$8
8 - 11 min

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Millennium Park
Scenic shoreline park with balustrades overlooking the water, landscaped gardens & amusement rides.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$1
12 - 18 min

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Eden Gardens
Major, 66,000-capacity cricket ground hosting Indian Premier League and international matches.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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$3
8 - 10 min

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Zaranj Restaurant
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$9
8 - 11 min

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Indian Museum
Indian heritage museum with sections on archaeology, art, anthropology and geology, founded in 1814.
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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$2
8 - 12 min

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Tirupati Asia Fusion Restaurant
Spanish, Korean, Japanese, Indian
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$9
Day 4Bridges, Palaces, and Gastronomic Delights
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$32

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$ 1

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$8
6 - 8 min

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Howrah Bridge
Bustling cantilever road bridge opened since 1943 and spanning the Hooghly River.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$1
7 - 9 min

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Jorasanko Thakurbari
Ancestral home of the historic Tagore family, now a museum spotlighting its members’ lives.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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$1
12 - 17 min

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Muhammad Ali Park
Compact urban space & host to an annual Hindu festival celebrated in fall with themed displays.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
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$1
10 - 12 min

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1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$11
12 - 17 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.
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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$1
13 - 20 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$9
Day 5Gardens, Cathedrals, and Royal Feasts
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$30

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$ 1

Souk
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$5
22 - 27 min

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Acharya Jagadish Chandra Bose Indian Botanic Garden
269-acre botanic garden founded in 1786 with a serpentine lake, rare tree breeds & indigenous flora.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$1
24 - 29 min

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Zoological Garden, Alipore
Established in the 1870s, India's oldest zoo is a popular attraction & has 100+ species of animals.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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$2
14 - 17 min

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2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$11
8 - 11 min

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St. Paul's Cathedral
Landmark Anglican church completed in 1847, with restored steeple and notable stained glass windows.
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
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$1
5 - 8 min

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Mayaram
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$10
Day 6Forts, Memorials, and Epicurean Delights
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$35

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$ 1

Gangaur
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$9
12 - 15 min

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Fort William, India
Named after British King, this riverside fortress is most famous for its 'black hole' prison cell.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$1
10 - 12 min

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Victoria Memorial
Elegant, domed, white marble museum, opened in 1921, housing displays on the history of Kolkata.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$3
14 - 17 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$9
4 - 6 min

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Maddox Square Park
Bustling urban park offering benches, grassy spots & play areas, plus grand annual celebrations.
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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$1
6 - 9 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$12
Day 7Ghats, Museums, and Gastronomic Extravaganza
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$37

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$ 1

The Hub
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$9
16 - 20 min

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James Prinsep Ghat
1841 ghat featuring a monument with Greek & Gothic details in a parklike setting with bridge views.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$1
9 - 11 min

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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
16 - 23 min

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Rabindra Sadan
The foundation stone of this cultural center was laid by former president, Jawaharlal Nehru in 1961.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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$1
10 - 12 min

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Haldiram Food City
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$11
5 - 8 min

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Birla Industrial & Technological Museum
Museum housed in a historic building with exhibits & demonstrations devoted to science & technology.
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
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$1
9 - 14 min

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Bombay Brasserie
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$13
Day 8Temples, Tea, and Spiritual Serenity
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$29

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$ 1

Sharma Tea House
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$6
6 - 9 min

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Birla Mandir
Monumental marble Hindu temple built between 1970 & 1996, with Krishna, Radha, Shiva & Durga idols.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$1
57 - 69 min

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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
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$1
13 - 16 min

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Rasui
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$13
30 - 36 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$8

Budget breakdown: $258 In total

Activities & Food:$253
Transport:$5