A Relaxing Day in Kolkata

1. 9:00AM: Victoria Memorial
   Located in the heart of Kolkata, Victoria Memorial is a monument dedicated to Queen Victoria. The white marble structure is surrounded by gardens and a water body and houses a museum displaying paintings, artefacts, and memorabilia of the British era in India.
   Time spent: 2 hours
   Distance from your hotel: 7 km (30 mins by car)
2. 11:30AM: Prinsep Ghat
   Prinsep Ghat is a relaxing spot with views of the Hooghly River. Take a stroll along the promenade or hire a boat for a ride. There are street food vendors selling local delicacies.
   Time spent: 1.5 hours
   Distance from Victoria Memorial: 2 km (15 mins by car)
3. 1:30PM: Oh! Calcutta
   Located in a bustling neighbourhood of Kolkata, Oh! Calcutta is a restaurant specialising in Bengali cuisine. Relish authentic fish curries, kosha mangsho and other delicacies in a cosy setting.
   Time spent: 1.5 hours
   Distance from Prinsep Ghat: 3.5 km (20 mins by car)
4. 3:30PM: Indian Museum
   The Indian Museum is one of the oldest museums in India and houses collections of archaeology, geology, botany, zoology, and art. The museum is a treasure trove of artefacts that have cultural and historical significance.
   Time spent: 2 hours
   Distance from Oh! Calcutta: 3.5 km (20 mins by car)
5. 5:30PM: Princep Ghat
   End your day at Princep Ghat with the sunset views of the Hooghly River. The breezy ambiance and the vibe of the city is perfect for relaxation.
   Time spent: 1 hour
   Distance from Indian Museum: 2.5 km (15 mins by car)

Time and Costs Estimates

• Victoria Memorial (2 hours, INR 500)
• Prinsep Ghat (1.5 hours, Free)
• Oh! Calcutta (1.5 hours, INR 1000)
• Indian Museum (2 hours, INR 400)
• Total Estimated Costs: INR 1900

Useful Tips

If you have more time, you can visit the Dakshineswar Kali Temple, St. Paul's Cathedral or check out the street markets in New Market. For less time, you can opt for visiting either Victoria Memorial or the Indian Museum. However, visiting these places at weekends or public holidays can be crowded, so plan accordingly.