One Day City Experience in Kolkata

  1. 9:00 AM: Victoria Memorial
    20 minutes (6.4 km) from Howrah Junction Railway Station

    The Victoria Memorial was built to commemorate Queen Victoria’s 25-year reign in India. The white marble building looks stunning with its garden and fountain. Inside the hall, you'll see a beautiful museum housing the British-era paintings, manuscripts, and other antique items. The museum is open from 10:00 AM- 6:00 PM every day except Monday.

  2. 11:00 AM: Howrah Bridge
    20 minutes (5.3 km) from Victoria Memorial

    The iconic Howrah Bridge is a cantilever bridge spanning the Hooghly River. It is one of the largest bridges of its type in the world. It is a sight to behold, especially when you visit it during sunset time. The best time to visit the Howrah Bridge is around 9 PM, and it's open 24 hours.

  3. 1:00 PM: Lunch at Peter Cat Restaurant
    30 minutes (2.9 km) from Howrah Bridge

    Peter Cat Restaurant is one of the finest places in Kolkata to enjoy authentic Bengali cuisine. Their specialty is Chelo Kebab and the delicious Sizzlers. The restaurant is open from 11:30 AM-10:30 PM.

  4. 3:00 PM: Science City
    20 minutes (6.3 km) from Peter Cat Restaurant

    Science City is one of the most popular tourist spots in Kolkata for science enthusiasts. You can enjoy the space theatre, science shows, and the 3D vision theatre here. The place is open from Monday to Friday between 9.00 AM to 5.30 PM, and on weekends from 9.00 AM to 8.00 PM.

  5. 5:00 PM: Dakshineswar Kali Temple
    20 minutes (9.6 km ) from Science City

    The Dakshineswar Kali Temple is one of the biggest and most famous temples in Kolkata. The temple is surrounded by gardens and the Hooghly River, making it an excellent place to visit and unwind. The temple is open from 6 AM- 12 PM in the morning and 3 PM - 8 PM in the evening.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Victoria Memorial (2 hours, INR 500)
  • Howrah Bridge (1 hour, Free)
  • Peter Cat Restaurant (1 hour, INR 400)
  • Science City (2 hours, INR 120 for adult)
  • Dakshineswar Kali Temple (1 hour, Free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 1020

Useful Tips

If you have more time, you can add visiting the St. Paul's Cathedral, the Indian Museum, and the Kalighat Temple. If you have less time, you can skip the Science City and visit more markets and shopping malls, like the New Market and the Quest Mall.

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