Kalighat 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.
Dakshineswar Kali Temple
Admire architectural beauty and see important religious icons at this sacred temple complex on the banks of the Hooghly River.
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.
Howrah Bridge
Set foot on or glide under a famous Kolkata landmark, a colossal engineering feat that’s inspired many movie-makers.
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.
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.
Activities
Kolkata - A Sea of Faces and A Thousand Places (local guide)
Private 2-Day Tour to The Taj Mahal and Agra with Both Side Commercial Flights
Best of Kolkata (Guided Halfday Sightseeing Tour by Car)
Private Full Day Sightseeing Tour of Kolkata
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Other neighbourhoods around Kalighat
Bhowanipore
If you're spending time in Bhowanipore, check out sights like Camac Street or Ahuja Art Museum and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Rabindra Sadan Station or Netaji Bhavan Station.
Ballygunge
Restaurants and shopping are highlights of Ballygunge. Make a stop by Quest Mall or Shrine Basilica Bandel while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Ballygunge Station to get around town.
Tollygunge
When in Tollygunge and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like South City Mall or Jodhpur Park and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Mahanayak Uttam Kumar Station or Netaji Station.
Gariahat
If you're spending some time in Gariahat, Gariahat Market and Acropolis Mall are top sights worth seeing.
Park Street
If you're spending time in Park Street, you might enjoy attractions like ISKCON Kolkata, Sri Sri Radha Govind Temple and Camac Street. 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.
Jadavpur
Travellers like the shopping in Jadavpur, and South City Mall is a top attraction you might want to visit.