Rishra Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
New Town Eco Park
Known for its diverse ecological landscapes, man-made lake, children’s play area and musical fountain show, this ecological park is fun for all the family.
New Market
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.
Dakshineswar Kali Temple
Admire architectural beauty and see important religious icons at this sacred temple complex on the banks of the Hooghly River.
Victoria Memorial
See photographs and paintings charting Kolkata’s history at this marble palace dedicated to England’s Queen Victoria, the former Empress of India.
Howrah Bridge
Set foot on or glide under a famous Kolkata landmark, a colossal engineering feat that’s inspired many movie-makers.
Nicco Park
High-speed thrill rides, snow slides and a range of family attractions make this theme park one of Kolkata’s most exhilarating destinations.
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Our pick of the best Rishra Hotel Deals
ITC Royal Bengal, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Kolkata
Reviewed on 27 Sept 2025
YMCA Seacom Inn
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2019
Fairfield by Marriott Kolkata
Reviewed on 1 Oct 2025
Hyatt Regency Kolkata
Reviewed on 23 Sept 2025
Novotel Kolkata Hotel & Residences Hotel
Reviewed on 13 Sept 2025
The Westin Kolkata Rajarhat
Reviewed on 27 Sept 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Rishra
Barrackpore
While Barrackpore isn't home to many top sights, Aquatica Water Park and Acharya Jagadish Chandra Bose Indian Botanic Garden are some notable places to visit nearby.
Dum Dum
Restaurants and historical sites are just a few things travellers like about Dum Dum. A stop by Acharya Bhavan is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.
Madhyamgram
While Madhyamgram may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Aquatica Water Park and Acharya Bhavan.
Rajarhat
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Rajarhat and surrounding area, you can visit City Centre 2 and Eco Urban Village.
Bara Bazar
Travellers like the monuments in Bara Bazar, and Nakhoda Masjid is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Salt Lake
Discover Salt Lake, memorable for its lake views. Popular attractions in Salt Lake include Salt Lake City Centre Mall and Nicco Park, and you can see more of the area by hopping on the metro at Bengal Chemical Station.
Rishra Travel Guide
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- Visit Barakpur
- Visit Bardhaman
- Visit Basirhat
- Visit Batanagar
- Visit Chakdaha
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- Visit Diamond Harbour
- Visit Howrah
- Visit Joka
- Visit Ballygunge
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- Visit Chamrail
- Visit Chinar Park
- Visit Dunlop
- Visit Konnagar
- Visit Minto Park
- Visit Raja Bazar
- Visit Shibpur
- Visit Sodepur
- Visit South Dum Dum
- Visit Kolkata
- Visit Mayapur
- Visit Nangi
- Visit Sonarpur
- Visit Taki
