3‑Day Kolkata Metro & City‑Bus Adventure – Stay at Rajasthan Guest House (Mohammad Ali Park)

Day 1: Arrival & Old‑City Exploration

Morning: Arrive in Kolkata and check‑in to the charming Rajasthan Guest House nestled in Mohammad Ali Park. Freshen up, enjoy a quick tea, and get familiar with the nearby bus and metro stops.

Afternoon: Hop on the metro to Victoria Memorial and wander its grand gardens and marble halls (≈2 hrs, ₹30 entry). A short walk brings you to the Indian Museum, India’s oldest museum, where you can explore fascinating artifacts (≈2 hrs, ₹20 entry).

Evening: Take a city‑bus along the Hooghly River to admire the illuminated Howrah Bridge and enjoy a leisurely stroll by the riverfront. Return to the guest house for a budget‑friendly dinner (₹180‑₹200).

Day 2: Culture, Books & Markets

Morning: Board the metro to College Street, the legendary book market, and spend time browsing countless stalls (≈1.5 hrs, free). Continue a short ride to the sacred Kalighat Temple for a quick prayer (≈1 hr, modest donation ₹20).

Afternoon: Hop on a bus to the vibrant New Market, where you can sample street snacks and shop for souvenirs (≈2 hrs, free). Savor a flavorful lunch at a local eatery, keeping each meal under ₹200.

Evening: Ride the metro to lively Park Street, soak up its colonial charm, and enjoy dinner at a budget‑friendly café (₹180‑₹200). End the night with a relaxed walk back to the guest house.

Day 3: Modern Kolkata & Departure

Morning: Take the metro to Science City for interactive exhibits and a sky‑walk (≈2 hrs, ₹150 entry). Afterwards, catch a bus to the elegant Marble Palace, admiring its neoclassical architecture and art collection (≈1.5 hrs, ₹50 entry).

Afternoon: Enjoy a final lunch near Metcalfe Hall, keeping costs below ₹200. Use the metro or city‑bus for any last‑minute sightseeing or souvenir shopping.

Evening: Return to the guest house, collect your luggage, and travel to the airport or railway station via metro, concluding your Kolkata adventure.

Time and Cost Estimates

• Rajasthan Guest House (2 nights) – 2 nights – ₹1,600
• Victoria Memorial – 2 hrs – ₹30
• Indian Museum – 2 hrs – ₹20
• Howrah Bridge (viewing) – 1 hr – Free
• College Street – 1.5 hrs – Free
• Kalighat Temple – 1 hr – ₹20
• New Market – 2 hrs – Free
• Park Street – 2 hrs – Free
• Science City – 2 hrs – ₹150
• Marble Palace – 1.5 hrs – ₹50
• Metcalfe Hall – 1 hr – Free
• Metro & City‑Bus Transport – 3 days – ₹90
• Meals (Lunch & Dinner, 6 meals) – 6 meals – ₹1,080
• Total Estimated Cost: ₹3,040

Tips

If you have extra days, consider adding a day trip to the historic town of Shantiniketan or a sunrise visit to the tranquil Eco Park. To shorten the trip, combine the College Street and New Market visit into a single half‑day and replace Science City with the free St. Paul’s Cathedral walk, keeping the budget comfortably under ₹2,500.