10 TOP Things to Do in West Bengal March 2026

Victoria Memorial which includes a memorial, a park and heritage architecture

Botanical Gardens showing boating, mist or fog and a river or creek

Howrah Bridge which includes street scenes, a bridge and a city

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1. 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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Kolkata showing night scenes, a city and a park

2. 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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New Market showing a square or plaza, markets and a city

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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Dakshineswar Kali Temple which includes a temple or place of worship and religious elements

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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Victoria Memorial showing a pond, a memorial and heritage architecture

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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Howrah Bridge showing a bridge, street scenes and a city

What to do in West Bengal

Discover the most popular places to visit in West Bengal

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.

Silhouette Boats anchored on the sea Beach at Digha beach.

Mandarmani Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Mandarmani Beach during your travels in Mandarmani? Wander the seaside and forests while you're in the area.

Howrah Bridge

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

Belur Math

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.

Biswa Bangla Mela Prangan Exhibition Centre, Kolkata, India

Biswa Bangla Convention Centre

Learn about the events happening in Biswa Bangla Convention Centre during your trip to Barasat. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.

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

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.

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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.

Nicco Park which includes a garden, a lake or waterhole and boating

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.

Eco Tourism Park showing boating and a lake or waterhole

New Town

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New Town is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like New Town Eco Park and City Centre 2.

New Digha

While visiting New Digha, you might make a stop by sights like Amarabati Park and Digha Science Centre.

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.

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

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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.

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