South Kolkata Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

During Durga Pooja, the Entire City of Kolkata is shining with vibrant colors and light for all 9 days of Navratri festival. People from various caste and creeds come together to pray to Goddess Durga for courage and determination to fight and achieve victory over all obstacles in their lives. Its a real treat for your eyes and your tongue to be present in Kolkata during Durga Poojo!! #lifeatexpedia #lights
During Durga Pooja, the Entire City of Kolkata is shining with vibrant colors and light for all 9 days of Navratri festival. People from various caste and creeds come together to pray to Goddess Durga for courage and determination to fight and achieve victory over all obstacles in their lives. Its a real treat for your eyes and your tongue to be present in Kolkata during Durga Poojo!! #lifeatexpedia #lights
They are now struggling for survival - the cabin restaurants was the busy with activities till a few decades back. While the footfalls have fallen in recent times, what remains constant is the quality of the food. Truly they innovated certain dishes which has become part of mainstream food. Afghani cutlet is one such dish. While cutlet was more an innovation of colonial people in Indian kitchens, dipping it into a tomato based gravy rich with vegetables is what Afghani Cutlet is all about. #GootEats
Finish dinner with these great dessert. Here is a melange of assorted nuts with grated Khoya. An Arabic delight. #sweetspot
Diwali and Holi could be the most spoken about festivals of India, but the biggest revelry in Bengal, Durga Pujo festival which takes place for 5 days(apparently) in Autumn is worth the mention to the culture and Art connoisseurs around the world. Being a Bengali,though I’m residing abroad in US for many years now, each year my heart wails and I turn restless if I’m not able to make it to my homeland to get the smell of Autumn and Durga Pujo. It brings me immense pride to introduce you all about the festival in my culture and place of birth. This is the annual celebration of Hindu religion revering the Homecoming of Ma Durga, the Goddess representing Shakti or Female Strength &power. Its a multi day festival that features elaborate temples, pandals(stage decorations) , scriptures, performance arts, fairs, food, oceanic count of crowds and lots of fun. This is that time of the year where artists from every corner of West Bengal come together and put their sweat for months and months in preparing these works of grandeur Art, just to treat our eyes on these special five days in Autumn, Sept/Oct. During this time, people of every age group, religious backgrounds, caste and languages come together to be lost equally in this revelry of absolute food and fun. Visitors from all over the country as also from many parts of the world throng in to be enthralled by such massive creativity display at one place. #mycityofkolkata #durgapujoinkolkata #festivaltime

Popular places to visit

Kalighat Kali Temple

4.5/5(2 reviews)

After visiting Kalighat Kali Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kolkata. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the monuments in this culturally rich area.

Kalighat Kali Temple

Alipore Zoo

5/5(1 review)

Visit the native and exotic animals who live at Alipore Zoo during your trip to Kolkata. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the monuments in this culturally rich area.

Alipore Zoo

Gariahat Market

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Gariahat Market during your trip to Kolkata.

Gariahat Market

Deshapriya Park

After visiting Deshapriya Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kolkata. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the monuments in this culturally rich area.

Deshapriya Park

Ramakrishna Mission Institute of Culture

You can enjoy some culture when you stop by Ramakrishna Mission Institute of Culture in Kolkata.

Ramakrishna Mission Institute of Culture

Fortis Hospital

If Fortis Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Kolkata.

Fortis Hospital

Activities

2-Day Tour to The Taj Mahal, Agra from Kolkata with Both Side Commercial Flight

2-Day Tour to The Taj Mahal, Agra from Kolkata with Both Side Commercial Flight

NZ$1,008
per adult
2-Day Tour to The Taj Mahal, Agra from Kolkata with Both Side Commercial Flight
Audio Guided Tour of Pathuriaghata – Finding the Tagores, Kolkata

Audio Guided Tour of Pathuriaghata – Finding the Tagores, Kolkata

NZ$9
per adult
Audio Guided Tour of Pathuriaghata – Finding the Tagores, Kolkata
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Kolkata: A Sea of Faces and A Thousand Places

NZ$57
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kolkata: A Sea of Faces and A Thousand Places
2 days private tour of kolkata city and Bishnupur by car

2 days private tour of kolkata city and Bishnupur by car

NZ$941
per adult
2 days private tour of kolkata city and Bishnupur by car
Private Full Day Sightseeing Tour of Kolkata

Private Full Day Sightseeing Tour of Kolkata

NZ$223
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Private Full Day Sightseeing Tour of Kolkata
Audio Guided Tour Through Dalhousie or BBD Bagh Area, Kolkata

Audio Guided Tour Through Dalhousie or BBD Bagh Area, Kolkata

NZ$9
per adult
Audio Guided Tour Through Dalhousie or BBD Bagh Area, Kolkata
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Our pick of the best South Kolkata Hotel Deals

Taj Bengal

Taj Bengal

5 out of 5
34 B Belvedere Road Alipore Kolkata West Bengal
The price is NZ$220 per night from 26 Jan to 27 Jan
NZ$220
26 Jan - 27 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Kolkata. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (429 reviews)
Courteous staff.

Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026

Taj Bengal
Hyatt Centric Ballygunge Kolkata

Hyatt Centric Ballygunge Kolkata

5 out of 5
17th Garcha 1st Lane Kolkata West Bengal
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$144 per night from 27 Jan to 28 Jan
NZ$144
27 Jan - 28 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Kolkata. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free valet parking and 3 restaurants. Popular attractions New Market and Gariahat Market are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (80 reviews)
Rooms: were cleaned everyday Excellent Location: Walking distance to Gariahat shopping market as well as good halal restaurant (e.g. Mircha Masala)

Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026

Hyatt Centric Ballygunge Kolkata
Siamton Inn - A Cygnett Collection

Siamton Inn - A Cygnett Collection

4 out of 5
56 Park Street Kolkata West Bengal
The price is NZ$105 per night from 17 Feb to 18 Feb
NZ$105
17 Feb - 18 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kolkata. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions New Market and Park Street Cemetery are ...
7.8/10 Good! (153 reviews)
Overall decent hotel. Conveniently located for quick access to Park street, major shopping areas.

Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026

Siamton Inn - A Cygnett Collection
BRILL MARINA

BRILL MARINA

3 out of 5
34 Dr Suresh Sarkar Rd Beniapukur Kolkata WB
The price is NZ$30 per night from 21 Jan to 22 Jan
NZ$30
21 Jan - 22 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Kolkata. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions New Market and Missionaries of Charity's Mother ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
It was nice experience.

Reviewed on 20 Aug 2025

BRILL MARINA
Roland Hotel

Roland Hotel

3 out of 5
28A, Rowland Rd. Near Landsdown Crossing Kolkata West Bengal
The price is NZ$68 per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
NZ$68
1 Feb - 2 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kolkata. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions New Market and Forum Shopping ...
7.4/10 Good! (22 reviews)
Staff is absolutely fabulous including reception and front office staff, managers and support staff. This is my first time staying at this property; has good value

Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026

Roland Hotel
hotel park central

hotel park central

3 out of 5
163 Park St Mullick Bazar Crossing Kolkata WB
The price is NZ$27 per night from 22 Jan to 23 Jan
NZ$27
22 Jan - 23 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Kolkata. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Popular attractions New Market and Park Street Cemetery are located ...
hotel park central
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Other neighbourhoods around South Kolkata

Diwali and Holi could be the most spoken about festivals of India, but the biggest revelry in Bengal, Durga Pujo festival which takes place for 5 days(apparently) in Autumn is worth the mention to the culture and Art connoisseurs around the world. Being a Bengali,though I’m residing abroad in US for many years now, each year my heart wails and I turn restless if I’m not able to make it to my homeland to get the smell of Autumn and Durga Pujo. It brings me immense pride to introduce you all about the festival in my culture and place of birth. This is the annual celebration of Hindu religion revering the Homecoming of Ma Durga, the Goddess representing Shakti or Female Strength &power. Its a multi day festival that features elaborate temples, pandal

Kalighat

While you're in Kalighat, take in top sights like Nirmal Hriday or Shibananda Dham, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Kalighat Station or Jatin Das Park Station.

Kalighat
They are now struggling for survival - the cabin restaurants was the busy with activities till a few decades back. While the footfalls have fallen in recent times, what remains constant is the quality of the food. Truly they innovated certain dishes which has become part of mainstream food. Afghani cutlet is one such dish. While cutlet was more an innovation of colonial people in Indian kitchens, dipping it into a tomato based gravy rich with vegetables is what Afghani Cutlet is all about. #GootEats

Bhowanipore

If you're spending time in Bhowanipore, check out sights like Camac Street or Ahuja Art Museum and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Rabindra Sadan Station or Netaji Bhavan Station.

Bhowanipore
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New Alipore

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in New Alipore and surrounding area, you can visit South City Mall and Alipore Zoo.

New Alipore
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Minto Park

Discover Minto Park, memorable for its restaurants. Popular attractions in Minto Park include Camac Street and Forum Shopping Mall, and you can see more of the area by hopping on the metro at Rabindra Sadan Station.

Minto Park
It's a one of the heritage place of Kolkata. Peoples comes here to find some memories. And in bengal it's call feluda's cemetery..

Park Street

If you're spending time in Park Street, you might enjoy attractions like Park Street Cemetery and Camac Street. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Park Street Station to see more of the city.

Park Street
Finish dinner with these great dessert. Here is a melange of assorted nuts with grated Khoya. An Arabic delight. #sweetspot

Ballygunge

Restaurants and shopping are highlights of Ballygunge. Make a stop by Shrine Basilica Bandel or Quest Mall while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Ballygunge Station to get around town.

Ballygunge

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