Shibpur Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

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New Market

3.5/5(5 reviews)

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.

New Market
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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 Town Eco Park
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Dakshineswar Kali Temple

5/5(3 reviews)

Admire architectural beauty and see important religious icons at this sacred temple complex on the banks of the Hooghly River.

Dakshineswar Kali Temple
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Belur Math

5/5(1 review)

Find out about the history of Howrah when you spend time at Belur Math. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the monuments in this culturally rich area.

Belur Math
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Victoria Memorial

4/5(6 reviews)

See photographs and paintings charting Kolkata’s history at this marble palace dedicated to England’s Queen Victoria, the former Empress of India.

Victoria Memorial
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Howrah Bridge

4/5(6 reviews)

Set foot on or glide under a famous Kolkata landmark, a colossal engineering feat that’s inspired many movie-makers.

Howrah Bridge

Activities

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Kolkata Full Day Sightseeing Including Mother House, Kumortuli and Flower Market

AU$218
Per adult
Kolkata Full Day Sightseeing Including Mother House, Kumortuli and Flower Market
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Kolkata - A Sea of Faces and A Thousand Places (local guide)

AU$54
Per adult
Kolkata - A Sea of Faces and A Thousand Places (local guide)
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Experience Kolkata in 2 Days like never before - Private Tour

AU$580
Per adult
Experience Kolkata in 2 Days like never before - Private Tour
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Kolkata 3-Hour Tour of Kumortuli - The Goddess Beckons

AU$54
Per adult
Kolkata 3-Hour Tour of Kumortuli - The Goddess Beckons
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Kolkata's English History - European Calcutta Tour

AU$54
Per adult
Kolkata's English History - European Calcutta Tour
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Private Calcutta Tour With Guide and Authentic Bengali lunch

AU$186
Per adult
Private Calcutta Tour With Guide and Authentic Bengali lunch
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Our pick of the best Shibpur Hotel Deals

Holiday Inn Express Kolkata Airport, an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Kolkata Airport, an IHG Hotel
4 out of 5
28 Jessore Road, NSCBI Airport, Dum Dum, Kolkata, West Bengal
The price is AU$87 per night from 26 May to 27 May
AU$87
per night
26 May - 27 May
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Kolkata. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (145 reviews)
"I always love to stay at this property. This is probably my 10th time in this Holiday Inn Express. It is an easy walk to the airport. Nice gym. Really good breakfast. The staff is always friendly and the place is impeccably clean."

Reviewed on 2 May 2024

Holiday Inn Express Kolkata Airport, an IHG Hotel
ITC Royal Bengal, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Kolkata
ITC Royal Bengal, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Kolkata
5 out of 5
1 JBS Haldane Avenue, Kolkata, West Bengal
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$181 per night from 10 May to 11 May
AU$181
per night
10 May - 11 May
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Kolkata. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (150 reviews)
"I recently had the pleasure of staying at the ITC Royal Bengal from April 14 - 25, 2024. It was a very positive experience. Everyone at the hotel went out of their way to make me feel welcome. I stayed at the Tower room on the 57th floor. The room is spacious and very well maintained with all the ..."

Reviewed on 28 Apr. 2024

ITC Royal Bengal, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Kolkata
Fairfield by Marriott Kolkata
Fairfield by Marriott Kolkata
4 out of 5
CB 218 Action Area 1C New Town, Kolkata, West Bengal
The price is AU$92 per night from 5 May to 6 May
AU$92
per night
5 May - 6 May
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Kolkata. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions New Town Eco Park and Rabindra ...
9/10 Wonderful! (91 reviews)
"The Fairfield by Marriott Kolkata is a stunning property. I spent two nights there, and the rooms were beautiful and well-maintained. With so many various cuisines offered, the breakfast was fantastic. We had dietary restrictions, so the chef made sure the meal was prepared in accordance with them, ..."

Reviewed on 30 Apr. 2024

Fairfield by Marriott Kolkata
The Oberoi Grand, Kolkata
The Oberoi Grand, Kolkata
5 out of 5
15 Jawaharlal Nehru Road, Kolkata, West Bengal
The price is AU$174 per night from 1 Jun to 2 Jun
AU$174
per night
1 Jun - 2 Jun
Stay at this luxury hotel in Kolkata. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (713 reviews)
Wonderful hotel!
"This is one of the best hotels we have ever visited. The communication from the staff was so swift and efficient with Mr Adnan Asaz responding to my emails a few weeks prior to our visit with astonishing alacrity. A pick-up from the airport was waiting for us on arrival in Kolkata and on reaching ..."

Reviewed on 28 Apr. 2024

The Oberoi Grand, Kolkata
JW Marriott Hotel Kolkata
JW Marriott Hotel Kolkata
5 out of 5
4A, J.B.S. Haldane Avenue, Kolkata, West Bengal
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$192 per night from 10 May to 11 May
AU$192
per night
10 May - 11 May
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Kolkata. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the room service in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (189 reviews)
"My most favorite place to stay in Kolkata every time I visit! The property is tastefully elegant in its decor, always clean, food is great, accommodations comfy, and the staff are par excellence in their service."

Reviewed on 16 Apr. 2024

JW Marriott Hotel Kolkata
Hyatt Regency Kolkata
Hyatt Regency Kolkata
5 out of 5
JA 1, Sector 3, Kolkata, West Bengal
The price is AU$114 per night from 19 May to 20 May
AU$114
per night
19 May - 20 May
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Kolkata. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions New Market and Howrah Bridge are located nearby. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (387 reviews)
"Lovely property. Dining options in the hotel are excellent."

Reviewed on 20 Apr. 2024

Hyatt Regency Kolkata
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Other neighbourhoods around Shibpur

New Market showing a city and street scenes

Dharmatala

4.5/5(4 area reviews)

While you're in Dharmatala, take in top sights like New Market and jump on the metro at Esplanade Station to see more of the city.

Dharmatala
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Bara Bazar

Travellers like the monuments in Bara Bazar, and Nakhoda Masjid is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Bara Bazar
New Market showing a city and street scenes

Taltala

5/5(1 area review)

While you're in Taltala, take in top sights like Sudder Street and jump on the metro at Esplanade Station to see more of the city.

Taltala
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Park Street

If you're spending time in Park Street, you might enjoy attractions like ISKCON Kolkata, Sri Sri Radha Govind Temple and The Harrington Street Arts Centre. 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
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Bhowanipore

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

Bhowanipore
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Sealdah

3.5/5(4 area reviews)

While you're in Sealdah, take in top sights like Thanthania Kalibari and jump on the metro at Chandni Chowk Station to see more of the city.

Sealdah

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