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.
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.
Howrah Bridge
Set foot on or glide under a famous Kolkata landmark, a colossal engineering feat that’s inspired many movie-makers.
Nicco Park
High-speed thrill rides, snow slides and a range of family attractions make this theme park one of Kolkata’s most exhilarating destinations.
Things to do
Private Full Day Sightseeing Tour of Kolkata
2-Day Tour to The Taj Mahal, Agra from Kolkata with Both Side Commercial Flight
Bengali Nights Kolkata Food Tour with 13+ Tastings
Kolkata: A Sea of Faces and A Thousand Places
Kolkata 2 Day Private Tour with Guide and Car
2 days private tour of kolkata city and Bishnupur by car
Gariahat Hotel Deals
ITC Royal Bengal, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Kolkata
Great hotel incredible food options
Reviewed on Oct 29, 2025
Hyatt Centric Ballygunge Kolkata
The hotel is rather new and it is very well organized with the staff going overboard when it comes to hospitality. The rooms are where the hotel really shines. The decor, lighting, automatic shades, sunlight dimming opaque curtains, motion sensitive area lighting, a bath shower which drowns the guest ...
Reviewed on Oct 31, 2025
Taj Bengal
Great breakfast Room clean but tired
Reviewed on Oct 19, 2025
Holiday Inn Express Kolkata Airport by IHG
All of the above.
Reviewed on Nov 8, 2025
Taj City Centre New Town Kolkata
Good
Reviewed on Oct 22, 2025
The Westin Kolkata Rajarhat
Excellent service and attentive staff. Only downside was dust mites in pillows.
Reviewed on Oct 28, 2025
Other neighborhoods around Gariahat
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.
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 the city at Rabindra Sadan Station or Netaji Bhavan Station.
Park Street
Visitors often come to Park Street for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Camac Street and Park Street Cemetery. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you catch a ride at Park Street Station.
Mukundapur
While Mukundapur might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Benu Bana Chaya Lake and Acropolis Mall.
Tangra
Visitors to Tangra enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Milan Mela is worth a stop.
Taltala
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.
