South Kolkata Travel Guide

Kolkata

During Durga Pooja, the Entire City of Kolkata is shining with vibrant colors and light for all 9 days of Navratri festival. People from various caste and creeds come together to pray to Goddess Durga for courage and determination to fight and achieve victory over all obstacles in their lives. Its a real treat for your eyes and your tongue to be present in Kolkata during Durga Poojo!! #lifeatexpedia #lights
They are now struggling for survival - the cabin restaurants was the busy with activities till a few decades back. While the footfalls have fallen in recent times, what remains constant is the quality of the food. Truly they innovated certain dishes which has become part of mainstream food. Afghani cutlet is one such dish. While cutlet was more an innovation of colonial people in Indian kitchens, dipping it into a tomato based gravy rich with vegetables is what Afghani Cutlet is all about. #GootEats
Diwali and Holi could be the most spoken about festivals of India, but the biggest revelry in Bengal, Durga Pujo festival which takes place for 5 days(apparently) in Autumn is worth the mention to the culture and Art connoisseurs around the world. Being a Bengali,though I’m residing abroad in US for many years now, each year my heart wails and I turn restless if I’m not able to make it to my homeland to get the smell of Autumn and Durga Pujo. It brings me immense pride to introduce you all about the festival in my culture and place of birth. This is the annual celebration of Hindu religion revering the Homecoming of Ma Durga, the Goddess representing Shakti or Female Strength &power. Its a multi day festival that features elaborate temples, pandals(stage decorations) , scriptures, performance arts, fairs, food, oceanic count of crowds and lots of fun. This is that time of the year where artists from every corner of West Bengal come together and put their sweat for months and months in preparing these works of grandeur Art, just to treat our eyes on these special five days in Autumn, Sept/Oct. During this time, people of every age group, religious backgrounds, caste and languages come together to be lost equally in this revelry of absolute food and fun. Visitors from all over the country as also from many parts of the world throng in to be enthralled by such massive creativity display at one place. #mycityofkolkata #durgapujoinkolkata #festivaltime
Dhaks #drumsofbengal #durgapuja #festivitiesinbengal
Honestly, no matter how much I enjoy exploring the world cuisine, I am proud to be a Bengali when it comes to my Food habits. Our tastebuds are meant for some delicious recipes on earth quintessential to a regular Bengali Home. We Bengalis have big appetite for a platter which typically has 5-7 types of starters to Main course to 5 types of Desserts. The reason why we have more number or occasions than the days in a year, as it is said in Bengali, Baro(12) mashe(months) Tero (13) parbon(rituals). 😂 Now there are two types of Bengalis and we have our own share of kinds of recipes. People from East Bengal, aka Bangladesh who migrated to Indian side of Bengal(West Bengal in India) are called Bangals and I was born in West Bengal, hence I am a Ghoti! There has always existed a Cold War between Bangals and Ghotis as to who makes the best of ‘Chingri Malaikari or Ilish Bhapa. Despite everything , we forget all our inside wars once the food platter is in front.One thing is for sure, if not for the Bangals we wouldn’t have gotten the Chingri Malaikari and Ilish Recipes. This is a platter prepared by my Mother-In-Law during one of the rituals when I was on vacation to Home during the festivities, last month. Isn’t it gorgeous?! 😍 Happy Tummy! 😋#GoodEats

Popular places to visit

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

3.5/5(7 reviews)

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.

Kalighat Kali Temple
Kolkata featuring a garden, a city and night scenes

New Town Eco Park

4.5/5(16 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at New Town Eco Park, a lovely green space in Barasat. Wander the lakeside in this culturally rich area.

New Town Eco Park
New Market showing a city, heritage architecture and markets

New Market

4/5(28 reviews)

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at New Market during your trip to Kolkata. Take some time to visit the monuments in this culturally rich area.

New Market
Dakshineswar Kali Temple showing religious elements and a temple or place of worship

Dakshineswar Kali Temple

4/5(15 reviews)

Dakshineswar Kali Temple is just one of the places to see in Barakpur, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the lakeside or visit the monuments in this culturally rich area.

Dakshineswar Kali Temple
Victoria Memorial showing a park, a memorial and heritage architecture

Victoria Memorial

4.5/5(31 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Victoria Memorial during your trip to Kolkata. Take some time to visit the monuments in this culturally rich area.

Victoria Memorial
Howrah Bridge which includes a river or creek and a bridge

Howrah Bridge

4/5(33 reviews)

Howrah Bridge is just one of the places to see in Kolkata, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the lakeside or visit the monuments in this culturally rich area.

Howrah Bridge

Top hotels in South Kolkata

Taj Bengal

Taj Bengal

5 out of 5
34 B Belvedere Road Alipore Kolkata West Bengal
The price is 2.409.312 ₫ per night from 28 Mar to 29 Mar
2.409.312 ₫
2.842.988 ₫ total
28 Mar - 29 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Kolkata. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (441 reviews)
Na

Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026

Taj Bengal
Hyatt Centric Ballygunge Kolkata

Hyatt Centric Ballygunge Kolkata

5 out of 5
17th Garcha 1st Lane Kolkata West Bengal
The price is 1.568.854 ₫ per night from 13 Apr to 14 Apr
1.568.854 ₫
1.647.297 ₫ total
13 Apr - 14 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Kolkata. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free valet parking and 3 restaurants. Popular attractions New Market and Gariahat Market are located ...
Hyatt Centric Ballygunge Kolkata
Siamton Inn - A Cygnett Collection

Siamton Inn - A Cygnett Collection

4 out of 5
56 Park Street Kolkata West Bengal
The price is 1.008.549 ₫ per night from 26 Mar to 27 Mar
1.008.549 ₫
1.058.976 ₫ total
26 Mar - 27 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kolkata. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions New Market and Park Street Cemetery are ...
8/10 Very Good! (155 reviews)
Good

Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026

Siamton Inn - A Cygnett Collection
Hotel Casa Fortuna

Hotel Casa Fortuna

3.5 out of 5
234/1, A.J.C Bose Road Kolkata West Bengal
The price is 1.298.254 ₫ per night from 17 Apr to 18 Apr
1.298.254 ₫
1.363.167 ₫ total
17 Apr - 18 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kolkata. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 bars/lounges. Popular attractions New Market and Forum Shopping Mall are ...
8/10 Very Good! (93 reviews)
The hotel location is nice and clean inside. They had issue with wifi no excess.

Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026

Hotel Casa Fortuna
LAKESIDE SUITES

LAKESIDE SUITES

3 out of 5
Gariahat Rd South End Park Kolkata WB
The price is 882.481 ₫ per night from 26 Mar to 27 Mar
882.481 ₫
926.605 ₫ total
26 Mar - 27 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kolkata. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions New Market and Ramakrishna Mission Institute ...
10/10 Exceptional! (4 reviews)
Mr. Manoj Jain the manager took excellent care of us and Suraj his assistant was wonderful. Great location, clean spacious rooms, caring staff and delicious complimentary breakfast. Loved our stay there while in Kolkata

Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026

LAKESIDE SUITES
The Samilton

The Samilton

3 out of 5
35A Sarat Bose Rd Op LaxmiNarayan Temple Kolkata WB
The price is 1.148.625 ₫ per night from 27 Mar to 28 Mar
1.148.625 ₫
1.206.056 ₫ total
27 Mar - 28 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Kolkata. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions New Market and Forum Shopping Mall are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (24 reviews)
Stayed 9 nights there in February 2026. The 3* hotel is good value for money and provided very comfortable beds in large rooms with fans and air conditioning. The bathrooms are typically Indian but fully functional. The breakfast provided in Pepper Chino restaurant is superb, with a wide range of ...

Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026

The Samilton
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Other neighbourhoods around South Kolkata

Victoria memorial in kolkata

Bhowanipore

3/5(3 area reviews)

If you're spending time in Bhowanipore, check out sights like Forum Shopping Mall or Camac Street and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Rabindra Sadan Station or Netaji Bhavan Station.

Bhowanipore
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Minto Park

Discover Minto Park, memorable for its restaurants. Popular attractions in Minto Park include Forum Shopping Mall and Camac Street, and you can see more of the area by hopping on the metro at Rabindra Sadan Station.

Minto Park
Park Street,Kolkata, India - 12th November 2020 : Park street Camac Street crossing is decorated with diwali lights for Diwali or deepabali. It is the festival of light, good over darkness, evil.

Park Street

4/5(13 area reviews)

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.

Park Street
Vidyasagar Setu bridge over Hooghly River in Kolkata, West Bengal, India, Beautiful Aerial panoramic view

Ballygunge

3.5/5(13 area reviews)

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.

Ballygunge
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

3.5/5(26 area reviews)

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.

Dharmatala
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

Taltala

4/5(3 area reviews)

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.

Taltala

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