State · West Bengal

Explore Kolkata.

Discover food, shopping, nightlife and places to visit. Pick a shared interest and make a plan of your own.

State: West BengalCapital: Kolkata
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YOUR CITY, BEYOND THE USUAL

Places to explore in Kolkata.

Explore individual restaurants, bars, clubs, markets, shopping spots and areas to visit. Choose a place for your next shared plan.

Before you go: ask the right questions

A few questions can help you save time, avoid surprises and enjoy your visit. Confirm details directly with the place for your chosen date.

  • What are the opening hours, total cost and booking requirements?
  • How do we get there, and are parking and accessible facilities available?
  • For a hotel stay: what are the check-in times, included amenities, deposit and cancellation terms?

Choose a category below, then open “Questions to ask” on a place card for a more specific checklist.

649 places

A sourced guide to the city and nearby places. Listings vary in age and coverage; confirm current details with the venue before visiting.

Park StreetKolkata · Photo coming soon
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Famous locations

Agree on one venue, a budget and a clear end time.

Questions to ask before visiting
  • What are the current opening hours, last entry and closure days?
  • What are the ticket prices, and is advance booking required?
  • Are photography, bags or particular clothing restricted?
  • Are official guides, accessible routes and visitor facilities available?
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College StreetKolkata · Photo coming soon
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Famous locations

Browse books together, then choose a public spot for tea.

Questions to ask before visiting
  • What are the current opening hours, last entry and closure days?
  • What are the ticket prices, and is advance booking required?
  • Are photography, bags or particular clothing restricted?
  • Are official guides, accessible routes and visitor facilities available?
City guide suggestion
College StreetKolkata · Photo coming soon
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Areas to explore

Questions to ask before visiting
  • What is a practical route, and how much time should we allow?
  • Which stops need advance booking or an entrance ticket?
  • Are walking paths accessible, and where are toilets and rest stops?
  • What transport is available for the return journey?
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Park StreetKolkata · Photo coming soon
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Areas to explore

Questions to ask before visiting
  • What is a practical route, and how much time should we allow?
  • Which stops need advance booking or an entrance ticket?
  • Are walking paths accessible, and where are toilets and rest stops?
  • What transport is available for the return journey?
Official source
College StreetKolkata · Photo coming soon
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Shopping & bazaars

Questions to ask before visiting
  • What are the market opening hours and weekly closing day?
  • Are prices fixed or negotiable, and can I get a receipt?
  • What are the return or exchange terms?
  • Where is the nearest parking or public transport stop?
Official source
Park StreetKolkata · Photo coming soon
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Food streets & markets

Questions to ask before visiting
  • Which stalls are open at the time we plan to visit?
  • What are the prices and portion sizes before we order?
  • Can the vendor explain the ingredients and prepare food fresh?
  • Where can we find drinking water, toilets and a place to sit?
Official source
The Junction, Taj BengalKolkata · Photo coming soon
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Bars & lounges

Questions to ask before visiting
  • Is a reservation needed, and is there an entry fee or minimum spend?
  • What ID, age requirements and dress code apply?
  • What are the current menu prices and closing time?
  • Where is the pickup point for a taxi after our visit?
Official source
Sonargaon, Taj BengalKolkata · Photo coming soon
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Restaurants & cafés

Questions to ask before visiting
  • Do I need a reservation, and when is the kitchen open?
  • What is the typical cost per person, including taxes and any additional charges?
  • Are vegetarian options available, and can you accommodate my dietary needs?
  • Is there parking, step-free access and seating for our group?
Official source
Lok Bhavan
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Famous locations

⌖ BBD Bagh

Questions to ask before visiting
  • What are the current opening hours, last entry and closure days?
  • What are the ticket prices, and is advance booking required?
  • Are photography, bags or particular clothing restricted?
  • Are official guides, accessible routes and visitor facilities available?
Wikivoyage travel listing· Listing edited 2026-02-21· Photo: Rangan Datta Wiki CC BY-SA 3.0
General Post OfficeKolkata · Photo coming soon
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Famous locations

⌖ Fairlie Pl

Questions to ask before visiting
  • What are the current opening hours, last entry and closure days?
  • What are the ticket prices, and is advance booking required?
  • Are photography, bags or particular clothing restricted?
  • Are official guides, accessible routes and visitor facilities available?
Wikivoyage travel listing· Listing edited 2025-12-03
Writers' Building
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Famous locations

⌖ 16, BBD Bagh North

Questions to ask before visiting
  • What are the current opening hours, last entry and closure days?
  • What are the ticket prices, and is advance booking required?
  • Are photography, bags or particular clothing restricted?
  • Are official guides, accessible routes and visitor facilities available?
Wikivoyage travel listing· Listing edited 2024-03-19· Photo: Rangan Datta Wiki CC BY-SA 3.0
St Andrews ChurchKolkata · Photo coming soon
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Famous locations

⌖ 15, BBD Bagh North

Questions to ask before visiting
  • What are the current opening hours, last entry and closure days?
  • What are the ticket prices, and is advance booking required?
  • Are photography, bags or particular clothing restricted?
  • Are official guides, accessible routes and visitor facilities available?
Wikivoyage travel listing· Listing edited 2022-11-27
Currency BuildingKolkata · Photo coming soon
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Famous locations

⌖ 1, Surendra Mohan Ghosh Sarani

Questions to ask before visiting
  • What are the current opening hours, last entry and closure days?
  • What are the ticket prices, and is advance booking required?
  • Are photography, bags or particular clothing restricted?
  • Are official guides, accessible routes and visitor facilities available?
Wikivoyage travel listing· Listing edited 2025-09-15
The RBI MuseumKolkata · Photo coming soon
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Famous locations

⌖ 8, Council House St

Questions to ask before visiting
  • What are the current opening hours, last entry and closure days?
  • What are the ticket prices, and is advance booking required?
  • Are photography, bags or particular clothing restricted?
  • Are official guides, accessible routes and visitor facilities available?
Wikivoyage travel listing· Listing edited 2025-11-24
Royal Insurance BuildingKolkata · Photo coming soon
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Famous locations

⌖ BBD Bagh

Questions to ask before visiting
  • What are the current opening hours, last entry and closure days?
  • What are the ticket prices, and is advance booking required?
  • Are photography, bags or particular clothing restricted?
  • Are official guides, accessible routes and visitor facilities available?
Wikivoyage travel listing· Listing edited 2025-11-17
Calcutta High CourtKolkata · Photo coming soon
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Famous locations

⌖ Esplanade Row W

Questions to ask before visiting
  • What are the current opening hours, last entry and closure days?
  • What are the ticket prices, and is advance booking required?
  • Are photography, bags or particular clothing restricted?
  • Are official guides, accessible routes and visitor facilities available?
Wikivoyage travel listing· Listing edited 2026-01-19
Assembly HouseKolkata · Photo coming soon
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Famous locations

⌖ Esplanade Row W

Questions to ask before visiting
  • What are the current opening hours, last entry and closure days?
  • What are the ticket prices, and is advance booking required?
  • Are photography, bags or particular clothing restricted?
  • Are official guides, accessible routes and visitor facilities available?
Wikivoyage travel listing· Listing edited 2024-03-19
BabughatKolkata · Photo coming soon
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Questions to ask before visiting
  • What are the current opening hours, last entry and closure days?
  • What are the ticket prices, and is advance booking required?
  • Are photography, bags or particular clothing restricted?
  • Are official guides, accessible routes and visitor facilities available?
Wikivoyage travel listing· Listing edited 2025-11-29
Kolkata Town HallKolkata · Photo coming soon
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Famous locations

⌖ 4, Esplanade Row W

Questions to ask before visiting
  • What are the current opening hours, last entry and closure days?
  • What are the ticket prices, and is advance booking required?
  • Are photography, bags or particular clothing restricted?
  • Are official guides, accessible routes and visitor facilities available?
Wikivoyage travel listing· Listing edited 2024-11-29
Samriddhi Bhavan
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Famous locations

⌖ Strand Rd

Questions to ask before visiting
  • What are the current opening hours, last entry and closure days?
  • What are the ticket prices, and is advance booking required?
  • Are photography, bags or particular clothing restricted?
  • Are official guides, accessible routes and visitor facilities available?
Wikivoyage travel listing· Listing edited 2024-12-03· Photo: Pinakpani CC BY-SA 4.0
AG BengalKolkata · Photo coming soon
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Famous locations

⌖ BBD Bagh

Questions to ask before visiting
  • What are the current opening hours, last entry and closure days?
  • What are the ticket prices, and is advance booking required?
  • Are photography, bags or particular clothing restricted?
  • Are official guides, accessible routes and visitor facilities available?
Wikivoyage travel listing· Listing edited 2025-11-17
Eastern Railway Headquarters
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Famous locations

⌖ 17, NS Rd

Questions to ask before visiting
  • What are the current opening hours, last entry and closure days?
  • What are the ticket prices, and is advance booking required?
  • Are photography, bags or particular clothing restricted?
  • Are official guides, accessible routes and visitor facilities available?
Wikivoyage travel listing· Listing edited 2026-07-11· Photo: Biswarup Ganguly CC BY 3.0
GPO Museum
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Famous locations

⌖ BBD Bagh

Questions to ask before visiting
  • What are the current opening hours, last entry and closure days?
  • What are the ticket prices, and is advance booking required?
  • Are photography, bags or particular clothing restricted?
  • Are official guides, accessible routes and visitor facilities available?
Wikivoyage travel listing· Listing edited 2025-11-24· Photo: Matt Stabile CC BY 2.0
Kolkata Port Trust Maritime and Heritage MuseumKolkata · Photo coming soon
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Famous locations

⌖ GF, 6, Fairlie Warehouse, Strand Rd

Questions to ask before visiting
  • What are the current opening hours, last entry and closure days?
  • What are the ticket prices, and is advance booking required?
  • Are photography, bags or particular clothing restricted?
  • Are official guides, accessible routes and visitor facilities available?
Wikivoyage travel listing· Listing edited 2022-12-22

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