Make Genex Space your first stop and allow about two hours. Its exact address and group-visit arrangements aren’t clear enough to plan a reliable route around, so confirm the venue’s address, availability for 30 students, entry cost, and booking directly with the organizer before hiring transport. Once confirmed, use the Kolkata bus and Metro network where the route suits; with 30 people, agree a meeting point and head count before each change of mode. A chartered bus or several cabs will be much more expensive, so get a group quote first.
From Genex Space, travel to College Street for an unhurried browse through its famous book stalls; allow about 1.5 hours, and bring small notes or digital payment for purchases. Then stop at Indian Coffee House on College Street for a budget-friendly snack or lunch—allow roughly ₹150–₹300 per person and check its hours on the day. It’s a busy, old-school café, so a group of 30 may need to split across tables and be patient at peak lunchtime.
Continue north to Marble Palace. Important date check: your visit falls on Thursday, when the mansion is generally closed to visitors, and entry also requires advance permission. Contact the relevant organizer or authorities well ahead of time to confirm both access and whether a group of 30 can be accommodated; don’t count on walk-in entry. If permission is unavailable, you can still see the exterior, but treat that as a short stop rather than the planned 1–1.5-hour visit. Keep some flexibility in the day, and confirm transport back with the group before setting off.
Start at Victoria Memorial around opening time (usually 10am; galleries generally close on Mondays, and holiday hours can differ). October 2 is Gandhi Jayanti, so check directly with the museum before setting out—don’t assume the galleries will be open. If they are, allow 2–3 hours for the exhibitions and gardens; admission is usually modest for Indian visitors, but confirm current rates and any student-group arrangements. For 30 students, arrive together and keep the group near the entrance while tickets are sorted.
Walk to the St. Paul’s Cathedral grounds for a brief look at the exterior architecture, then continue into the Maidan for a relaxed hour outdoors. Keep this to the public surroundings rather than entering the cathedral. The Maidan is broad and exposed, so bring water, hats and comfortable shoes; agree on a clear meeting point before students spread out.
Head to Flurys on Park Street for refreshments or a café meal; budget roughly ₹300–₹600 per person, and expect a wait if you arrive with all 30 at once. Call ahead about seating or split into smaller groups. Afterward, browse Park Street and its historic storefronts for about an hour. From there, central Kolkata is easy to navigate by Metro or bus; for a group this size, arrange a pickup point in advance rather than trying to board together. Keep some flexibility in the schedule, especially if the holiday affects museum access or traffic.
Get to Science City around opening time, generally 9am, and set aside three to four hours for the galleries and main attractions. For 30 students, ask about group tickets and any separate charges for special attractions before you arrive; admission prices and options can change, so check the official ticket information in advance. Keep the group together at the entrance and agree on a meeting point in case anyone gets separated.
For a sit-down meal nearby, Big Boss in Tangra is a practical group option; budget roughly ₹200–₹400 per person and call ahead to check they can seat your group promptly. After lunch, travel to Eco Park in New Town by public bus or, more conveniently for 30 students, a pre-booked group vehicle. Allow 45–75 minutes depending on traffic, and confirm the pickup point and drop-off arrangements before leaving Science City.
Aim to reach Eco Park around 2:30–3pm and spend two to three hours strolling its broad paths and lakeside areas. Entry and optional activities such as boating are charged separately, and availability can vary; check current timings and rates before setting out. It’s a large, open park, so bring water, sun protection and comfortable shoes, and set a clear return meeting time—especially if students plan to explore in smaller groups.
A ₹3,000 total budget for 30 students is not realistic for three nights. Even ₹3,000 per student is tight once lodging, meals, transport, and attraction tickets are included. For a lower-cost plan, compare dormitory or hostel group rates around Sudder Street, ask providers directly for current contact details and availability, and confirm all group fares and admission charges before booking.
Reach Indian Museum near Chowringhee Road for opening, usually around 10am; allow 2–3 hours and check the museum’s current Sunday hours and group-ticket rules before travelling. October 4, 2026 is a Sunday, so confirm it is open that day. For 30 students, split into smaller groups at the entrance and agree on a meeting point and time before exploring. Keep some cash handy; admission charges can change, so check the current rates directly with the museum.
From the museum, take a short taxi ride or walk towards New Market. One important Sunday caveat: many market shops may be closed or operating limited hours, so treat this as a brief browse rather than a full shopping stop; check with specific shops if there are souvenirs the group wants. Have lunch at Nizam’s in the market area, budgeting roughly ₹200–₹400 per person. With 30 students, call ahead to confirm Sunday opening, seating and whether the group can be served in batches.
Continue by taxi or bus to Eden Gardens in B.B.D. Bagh—allow roughly 30–45 minutes to see the exterior and nearby grounds. Stadium access depends on events and security rules, so don’t count on entering; check in advance and follow any restricted-area notices. For the return, use the Kolkata Metro where convenient or city buses, then take a taxi for the final leg if needed. Build in extra time to regroup and count heads. If ₹3,000 is the total budget for all 30 students, it won’t cover three nights plus meals, transport and entry fees; even ₹3,000 per student will be tight. Ask hostels around Sudder Street for current group rates and contact details, and confirm all fares and admission costs directly before booking.
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