What to do in East India

Activities, attractions and tours

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Places to Visit in East India

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Activities

Mumbai: Street Food and Night Markets Tour

Mumbai: Street Food and Night Markets Tour

NZ$29
per adult
Mumbai: Street Food and Night Markets Tour
Dharavi Home Visit

Dharavi Slum Tour

NZ$26
per adult
Dharavi Slum Tour
Private Full-Day Mumbai Sightseeing Tour with Dharavi Slums

Private Full-Day Mumbai Sightseeing Tour with Dharavi Slums

NZ$123
per adult
Private Full-Day Mumbai Sightseeing Tour with Dharavi Slums
Picture 3 for Activity Elephanta Caves & Island Guided Tour

Elephanta Caves & Island Guided Tour

NZ$53
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Elephanta Caves & Island Guided Tour
Kanheri Caves During Monsoon Season

Mumbai Caves Guided Tour

NZ$67
per adult
Mumbai Caves Guided Tour
DHARAVI KUMBHAR WADA

Private Tour in Mumbai Slum with Sightseeing

NZ$131
per adult
Private Tour in Mumbai Slum with Sightseeing
Mumbai by Dawn: Market Tour of Flowers, Fish, and More

Mumbai Morning Market Tour of Flowers, Fish, and More

NZ$37
per adult
Mumbai Morning Market Tour of Flowers, Fish, and More
Victorian Gothic Heritage Quarter and Art Deco Walking Tour

Victorian Gothic Heritage Quarter and Art Deco Walking Tour

NZ$20
per adult
Victorian Gothic Heritage Quarter and Art Deco Walking Tour
Sanjay Gandhi National Park + Kenheri Caves + Lion Safari

Sanjay Gandhi National Park + Kenheri Caves + Lion Safari

NZ$123
per adult
Sanjay Gandhi National Park + Kenheri Caves + Lion Safari
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1. New Market

Crowded, chaotic and colorful, New Market is a busy and enormous labyrinth of more than 2,000 stalls and shops, many under one roof. Come here to find a vast range of merchandise from cheap clothing and expensive jewelry to fresh fruit and seafood.
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A market with red brick buildings and a sign for Sir Stuart Hogg Market.

2. New Town Eco Park

Spend a relaxing afternoon in New Town Eco Park, 480 acres (190 hectares) of themed gardens, ecological spaces and play areas surrounding a man-made lake. Inaugurated in 2012, the park has quickly become one of the most popular recreational spots in the city.
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A night-time water fountain show with illuminated water jets and a traditional Japanese pagoda in the background.

3. Dakshineswar Kali Temple

Dakshineswar Kali Temple is a large riverside Hindu temple complex and a place of pilgrimage for millions of Hindus around the world. The sacred site was founded in the middle of the 19th century by philanthropist Rani Rashmoni.
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A large, ornate temple with multiple domes and spires.

4. Victoria Memorial

The large, domed Victoria Memorial is one of Kolkata’s most recognizable landmarks. Created as a tribute to Queen Victoria, this building is a museum that charts the evolution and history of the city. Choose from 25 galleries showcasing art, photographs, sculptures, weapons, rare books and more.
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5. Howrah Bridge

Howrah Bridge is an architectural marvel and a well-known Kolkata landmark. It has served as a backdrop for numerous movies since the 1950s, including a 1958 film named after the bridge. Walk across the bridge and admire its unique construction or glide underneath while on a boat ride along the Hooghly River.
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Recommended things to do in East India

Number of things to do
363
Cheapest thing to do on Expedia
Dharavi Slum Walking Tour: Daily Life in Asia's Largest Slum: NZ$10
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What to do in East India

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New Market

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Hunt for bargains at one of Kolkata’s oldest markets, an indoor arcade with food, clothing and handicraft stalls that’s been serving the city for over 135 years.
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