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
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
Dhaks #drumsofbengal #durgapuja #festivitiesinbengal

Popular places to visit

Dakshineswar Kali Mandir Temple Built in navaratna or nine spires style on high platform. Sunset time. Famous heritage historical architecture. Kolkata West Bengal India South Asia Pacific March 2020

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

Quest Mall

3/5(2 reviews)

You can search for that perfect souvenir at Quest Mall during your visit to Kolkata. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the monuments in this culturally rich area.

Quest Mall

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

Private Full Day Sightseeing Tour of Kolkata

Private Full Day Sightseeing Tour of Kolkata

AU$185
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Private Full Day Sightseeing Tour of Kolkata
Tourist Guide English & Spanish Varanasi/Benares

Tourist Guide English & Spanish Varanasi/Benares

AU$38
per adult
Tourist Guide English & Spanish Varanasi/Benares
Private Calcutta Tour

Private Calcutta Tour

AU$113
per adult
Private Calcutta Tour
Kolkata: Private Tour of City of Joy with Licensed Guide

Kolkata: Private Tour of City of Joy with Licensed Guide

AU$133
per adult
Kolkata: Private Tour of City of Joy with Licensed Guide
Flower Market - A sea of Orange.

Kolkata - Sounds and Sights - Private Full Day City Tour

AU$240
per adult
Kolkata - Sounds and Sights - Private Full Day City Tour
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

AU$839
per adult
2-Day Tour to The Taj Mahal, Agra from Kolkata with Both Side Commercial Flight
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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 AU$217 per night from 7 Mar to 8 Mar
AU$217
7 Mar - 8 Mar
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! (434 reviews)
Room was very good and staff amenities excellent!

Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026

Taj Bengal
Hyatt Centric Ballygunge Kolkata

Hyatt Centric Ballygunge Kolkata

5 out of 5
17th Garcha 1st Lane Kolkata West Bengal
The price is AU$118 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
AU$118
22 Feb - 23 Feb
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! (82 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
Roland Hotel

Roland Hotel

3 out of 5
28A, Rowland Rd. Near Landsdown Crossing Kolkata West Bengal
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$56 per night from 13 Feb to 14 Feb
AU$56
13 Feb - 14 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 ...
7.6/10 Good! (24 reviews)
Excellent service by staff all around, including reception, room service and support staff at breakfast. The property strikes a good balance when it comes to value

Reviewed on 22 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 AU$32 per night from 7 Mar to 8 Mar
AU$32
7 Mar - 8 Mar
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
Siamton Inn - A Cygnett Collection

Siamton Inn - A Cygnett Collection

4 out of 5
56 Park Street Kolkata West Bengal
The price is AU$71 per night from 15 Feb to 16 Feb
AU$71
15 Feb - 16 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! (154 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
The Samilton

The Samilton

3 out of 5
35A Sarat Bose Rd Op LaxmiNarayan Temple Kolkata WB
The price is AU$75 per night from 14 Feb to 15 Feb
AU$75
14 Feb - 15 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Kolkata. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions New Market and Forum Shopping Mall are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (22 reviews)
Great location, good rooms

Reviewed on 29 Sept 2025

The Samilton
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Other neighbourhoods around South Kolkata

Victoria memorial in kolkata

Bhowanipore

If you're spending time in Bhowanipore, check out sights like Forum Shopping Mall or Camac Street 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 Forum Shopping Mall and Camac Street, and you can see more of the area by hopping on the metro at Rabindra Sadan Station.

Minto Park
Park Street,Kolkata, India - 12th November 2020 : Park street Camac Street crossing is decorated with diwali lights for Diwali or deepabali. It is the festival of light, good over darkness, evil.

Park Street

If you're spending time in Park Street, you might enjoy attractions like Camac Street and Park Street Cemetery. 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
Vidyasagar Setu bridge over Hooghly River in Kolkata, West Bengal, India, Beautiful Aerial panoramic view

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
Long before Departmental Stores were as popular, this building at the very centre of #kolkata was the Whiteway Laidlaw department store built in 1905. It is now known as Metropolitan building post Metropolitan Life Insurance Co taking over it Post India’s independence. #Hometown

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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