10 TOP Things to Do in West Bengal (2026 Activity Guide)

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Things to do

Kolkata - Sounds and Sights - Private Full Day City Tour

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The Land Mark Tour (Nautical Day Darjeeling To Mirik crusade)

P5,497

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Explore Kolkata - Private Day Tour

P10,274

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Private 2-Day Tour to The Taj Mahal and Agra with Both Side Commercial Flights

P48,270

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Private Calcutta Tour

P4,506

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Private Full Day Sightseeing Tour of Kolkata

P6,323

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Kolkata 2 Day Private Tour with Guide and Car

P20,792

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2-Day Tour to The Taj Mahal, Agra from Kolkata with Both Side Commercial Flight

P35,261

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Kolkata 8 Hour Private City Tour Including Hotel Transfers by Car

P10,396

per adult

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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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A park with a paved walkway, benches, and street lamps.

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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A market with red brick buildings and a sign for Sir Stuart Hogg Market.

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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A large, ornate temple with multiple domes and spires.

4. 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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A large steel bridge with yellow taxis and buses in the foreground.

5. 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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What to do in West Bengal

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New Town Eco Park

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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.

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Where to stay in West Bengal

Find the best West Bengal areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about West Bengal

New Digha

If you're spending some time in New Digha, Amarabati Park and Digha Science Centre are top sights worth seeing.

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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.

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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.

Ballygunge Park

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Ballygunge Park and surrounding area, you can visit Gariahat Market and Shrine Basilica Bandel.