Kolkata Budget Cultural & Heritage Exploration

Begin your exploration of Kolkata in the historic central district, touring colonial landmarks and public avenues.

1. 08:00|09:00
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Flurys

   08:00 – 09:00

   Enjoy traditional English breakfast options and pastries at a historic tearoom on Park Street.

2. 09:15|10:15
   

   Sightseeing

   Take a Tram Ride

   09:15 – 10:15

   Board one of Kolkata's iconic electric trams for a slow-paced ride through old urban neighborhoods.

   • entryFree
3. 10:30|12:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Visit the Victoria Memorial

   10:30 – 12:00

   Explore the majestic white marble building and its surrounding gardens dedicated to Queen Victoria.

   • entryFree
4. 12:15|13:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Visit St. Paul's Cathedral

   12:15 – 13:00

   Admire the Indo-Gothic architecture and peaceful interior of this historic Anglican cathedral.

   • entryINR 250
5. 13:00|14:15
   

   Food

   Lunch at Peter Cat

   13:00 – 14:15

   Sample the famous Chelo Kebab and classic Indian-continental fare on Park Street.

6. 14:30|16:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Explore the Indian Museum

   14:30 – 16:30

   Browse rare antiques, mummies, armor, and natural history exhibits in India's oldest museum.

   • entryFree
7. 17:00|19:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Explore Park Street

   17:00 – 19:00

   Stroll down Kolkata's famous dining and commercial thoroughfare lined with historic institutions.

   • entryFree
8. 19:30|21:00
   

   Food

   Dinner at Mocambo

   19:30 – 21:00

   Dine on heritage retro dishes and continental specialties in a classic Kolkata restaurant.

Discover North Kolkata's opulent mansions and take in views along the Hooghly River.

1. 08:00|09:00
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Indian Coffee House

   08:00 – 09:00

   Sip hot coffee and eat classic buttered toast in a legendary intellectual hub on College Street.

2. 09:15|10:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Visit the Howrah Bridge

   09:15 – 10:30

   Walk across the famous cantilever bridge spanning the Hooghly River and observe bustling river traffic.

   • entryUSD 100
3. 10:45|12:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Discover the Marble Palace

   10:45 – 12:00

   Tour a 19th-century palatial mansion filled with marble sculptures, paintings, and antiques.

   • entryFree
4. 12:30|13:30
   

   Food

   Lunch at Bhojohori Manna

   12:30 – 13:30

   Taste traditional Bengali fish curries and rice dishes cooked in authentic home style.

5. 14:00|15:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Explore College Street and Coffee House

   14:00 – 15:30

   Wander through the world's largest second-hand book market and take in the vibrant academic setting.

   • entryINR 300
6. 16:00|17:30
   

   Outdoor

   Boating in the Hooghly River

   16:00 – 17:30

   Enjoy a scenic boat ride along the river offering vantage points of the cityscape.

7. 17:45|19:15
   

   Outdoor

   Evening at Princep Ghat

   17:45 – 19:15

   Relax along the riverside promenade under illuminated views of the Vidyasagar Setu.

8. 19:30|21:00
   

   Food

   Dinner at Arsalan

   19:30 – 21:00

   Relish famous Kolkata-style biryani cooked with fragrant spices and tender meat.

Spend the day visiting spiritual sites and bargain hunting in Kolkata's central commercial districts.

1. 08:00|09:00
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Kusum Rolls

   08:00 – 09:00

   Grab quick, freshly made kathi rolls popular with locals on Park Street.

2. 09:30|11:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Visit Dakshineswar Kali Temple

   09:30 – 11:30

   Visit the famous 19th-century Hindu temple complex located on the eastern bank of the Hooghly River.

   • entryINR 500
3. 12:00|13:30
   

   Shopping

   Shop at New Market

   12:00 – 13:30

   Browse hundreds of budget-friendly stalls selling garments, handicrafts, luggage, and street snacks.

4. 13:30|14:30
   

   Food

   Lunch at 6 Ballygunge Place

   13:30 – 14:30

   Dine on authentic multi-course Bengali thalis in a converted heritage house.

5. 15:00|16:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Take a Tram Ride

   15:00 – 16:00

   Experience another scenic route aboard Kolkata's vintage public tramway system.

   • entryFree
6. 16:30|18:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Relax at a spa

   16:30 – 18:00

   Unwind with an affordable massage or wellness session after walking through city markets.

   • entryUSD 4000
7. 18:15|19:15
   

   Sightseeing

   Explore Park Street

   18:15 – 19:15

   Enjoy the lively evening atmosphere, neon signage, and buskers along the boulevard.

   • entryFree
8. 19:30|21:00
   

   Food

   Dinner at Aminia Restaurant

   19:30 – 21:00

   Savor classic Mughlai dishes, mutton rezala, and warm naan bread.

Head east to explore interactive scientific exhibitions and expansive modern urban parks in New Town.

1. 08:00|09:00
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Balwant Singh Eating House

   08:00 – 09:00

   Try hot club kachoris, special tea, and jalebis at a popular local joint.

2. 09:30|11:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Explore Science City Kolkata

   09:30 – 11:30

   Engage with hands-on exhibits, space theater shows, and outdoor science parks.

   • entryINR 500
3. 11:45|13:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Visit the Science City

   11:45 – 13:00

   Tour the evolution park and maritime center galleries within the complex.

   • entryFree
4. 13:00|14:15
   

   Food

   Lunch at Kasturi Restaurant

   13:00 – 14:15

   Enjoy Dhakai Bangladeshi cuisine and spicy fish preparations served with steamed rice.

5. 14:30|16:30
   

   Outdoor

   Experience Eco Park

   14:30 – 16:30

   Discover wide open lakes, themed gardens, and miniature replicas of Seven Wonders.

6. 16:45|18:15
   

   Outdoor

   Evening Stroll in New Town Eco Park

   16:45 – 18:15

   Take a sunset walk along paved lakeside trails in Kolkata's largest urban green park.

7. 18:30|19:30
   

   Shopping

   Shop at New Market

   18:30 – 19:30

   Pick up souvenirs, leather goods, and local teas at affordable market rates.

8. 19:30|21:00
   

   Food

   Dinner at Tung Fong

   19:30 – 21:00

   Enjoy traditional Kolkata-Chinese soups, noodles, and dim sum dishes.

Cross over to Howrah to wander through historic botanical collections before returning for riverside vistas.

1. 08:00|09:00
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Deckers Lane Stalls

   08:00 – 09:00

   Sample legendary street food breakfast options like toast, stew, and herbal tea.

2. 09:30|11:30
   

   Outdoor

   Walk in the Botanical Gardens

   09:30 – 11:30

   Walk among exotic plant collections and see the massive Great Banyan Tree.

3. 12:00|13:00
   

   Outdoor

   Boating in the Hooghly River

   12:00 – 13:00

   Cross back across the Hooghly River via local boat service with expansive water views.

4. 13:00|14:15
   

   Food

   Lunch at Nizam's

   13:00 – 14:15

   Eat original kathi rolls and traditional Mughlai kababs in New Market district.

5. 14:30|16:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Visit the Victoria Memorial

   14:30 – 16:30

   Revisit the gallery collections and outdoor manicured grounds at a relaxed afternoon pace.

   • entryFree
6. 16:45|17:45
   

   Sightseeing

   Visit St. Paul's Cathedral

   16:45 – 17:45

   Enjoy a tranquil afternoon walk around the cathedral grounds.

   • entryINR 250
7. 18:00|19:15
   

   Outdoor

   Evening at Princep Ghat

   18:00 – 19:15

   Watch river ferries cross under the dusk lights along the paved promenade.

8. 19:30|21:00
   

   Food

   Dinner at Oly Pub

   19:30 – 21:00

   Dine on budget-friendly steak dishes and retro pub fare in an iconic Park Street haunt.

Take a day excursion towards the Sundarbans national reserve before returning for evening relaxation.

1. 07:30|08:30
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Ganguram & Sons

   07:30 – 08:30

   Indulge in sweet rasgullas, radhaballavi, and chana masala to start the day.

2. 08:30|13:30
   

   Sightseeing

   Day trip to Sundarbans National Park

   08:30 – 13:30

   Embark on an excursion towards the famous mangrove delta region outside the city.

   • entryUSD 5000
3. 13:30|14:30
   

   Food

   Lunch at Kewpie's Kitchen

   13:30 – 14:30

   Savor traditional Bengali meals served on banana leaves in a cozy residential venue.

4. 15:00|16:15
   

   Sightseeing

   Visit the Howrah Bridge

   15:00 – 16:15

   Observe afternoon commuter activity and river views around the bridge entrance.

   • entryUSD 100
5. 16:30|17:45
   

   Sightseeing

   Explore College Street and Coffee House

   16:30 – 17:45

   Browse discounted titles and literary works along the famous Boi Para streets.

   • entryINR 300
6. 18:00|19:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Relax at a spa

   18:00 – 19:00

   Recharge with a soothing foot reflexology or head massage.

   • entryUSD 4000
7. 19:00|19:45
   

   Sightseeing

   Explore Park Street

   19:00 – 19:45

   Take a gentle evening walk along the brightly lit street.

   • entryFree
8. 19:45|21:00
   

   Food

   Dinner at Amber Restaurant

   19:45 – 21:00

   Enjoy North Indian curries, kebabs, and garlic naan in a classic dining atmosphere.

Wrap up your week in Kolkata with visits to grand museum collections and vibrant local shopping areas.

1. 08:00|09:00
   

   Food

   Breakfast at Flurys

   08:00 – 09:00

   Return for fresh coffee, rum balls, and toasted sandwiches.

2. 09:30|11:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Discover the Marble Palace

   09:30 – 11:00

   Take a final look at the Victorian artwork, statues, and courtyard aviary.

   • entryFree
3. 11:15|13:00
   

   Sightseeing

   Explore the Indian Museum

   11:15 – 13:00

   Revisit archaeological exhibits, ancient coins, and art galleries inside the museum.

   • entryFree
4. 13:00|14:15
   

   Food

   Lunch at Peter Cat

   13:00 – 14:15

   Enjoy one final lunch featuring signature sizzlers and grilled kebabs.

5. 14:30|16:00
   

   Shopping

   Shop at New Market

   14:30 – 16:00

   Complete final gift shopping for Bengal cottons, brassware, and local sweets.

6. 16:15|17:15
   

   Sightseeing

   Take a Tram Ride

   16:15 – 17:15

   Enjoy one last nostalgic ride through Kolkata's historic city center.

   • entryFree
7. 17:45|19:15
   

   Outdoor

   Evening Stroll in New Town Eco Park

   17:45 – 19:15

   Conclude your trip with a peaceful evening walk through landscaped gardens.

8. 19:30|21:00
   

   Food

   Dinner at Bohemian

   19:30 – 21:00

   Celebrate the end of your trip with contemporary Bengali fusion cuisine.