10 Must Visit Places in Kolkata

An engineering marvel, Howrah Bridge is one of Kolkata's landmark tourist destinations. Built over the Hooghly River, the bridge is currently the sixth longest steel bridge in the world. Tourists can visit the bridge and spend a pleasant evening by the banks of the river or even take a boat ride. The Howrah Bridge was renamed Rabindra Setu after Rabindranath Tagore in 1965.

Indian Museum

Established in 1814, the Indian Museum in Kolkata is the ninth oldest museum in the world and the largest museum in Asia, in terms of collections. The museum boasts of rare collections of antiques, armor, ornaments, fossils, skeletons, Egyptian mummies, and Mughal paintings. This tourist destination is ideal for history and art enthusiasts.

Dakshineshwar Kali Temple

Located on the eastern bank of the Hooghly River, this Hindu temple is dedicated to Goddess Kali. Considered as one of the oldest and most significant temples, it is known for its beautiful architecture and the rich spiritual experience that it offers. The temple was built by Rani Rashmoni, after she had lost her husband. Localites believe that the idea to build the temple had come in a dream to Rani Rashmoni and it was the last thing she did before starting her pilgrimage to Varanasi.

Princep Ghat

Located along the river Hooghly, Princep Ghat is one of the best places to spend the evenings post-sunset in Kolkata. It is one of the sought-after recreational spots and a popular hangout destination for both tourists as well as localities. The place offers boating, street food, and a serene evening walk by the river.

Babu Ghat

While the Princep Ghat is popular, tourists can also enjoy another scenic view of the Hooghly River in a much less-crowded area in Babu Ghat. This lesser-known destination in Kolkata also offers a stunning view of the iconic Howrah Bridge.

Jorasanko Thakur Bari

The ancestral home of Tagore, Jorasanko Thakur Bari has three separate galleries filled with paintings, personal items belonging to the Tagore family, and books and manuscripts of Rabindranath Tagore. The house is surrounded by a lush garden and is a must visit spot for literature and art enthusiasts.

Kumortuli

This unique neighbourhood of Kolkata is known for artisans who make traditional clay idols particularly famous for the Durga Puja. Tourists can take a walk on these streets and watch the artisans at work preparing clay idols and other artifacts.

Kalighat Temple

Another prominent Hindu temple dedicated to Goddess Kali, this is considered an important pilgrimage site in Kolkata. Tourists can visit the temple for a spiritual experience.

College Street

Home to one of the largest book markets in the world, this street is an irresistible destination for book lovers. Tourists can browse through a wide collection of books ranging from academics to romantic novels and purchase their favourite ones.

Shopping and Cuisine Explorations

Besides these iconic destinations, tourists can also explore the bustling streets of Kolkata such as New Market, Park Street, Old Chinatown, and Jawaharlal Nehru Road to shop and indulge themselves in the diverse cuisine of Kolkata. 

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