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3-Day Family Friendly Itinerary in Kolkata

  1. Day 1: Victoria Memorial Hall
    10 minutes (3.3 km) from Howrah Bridge

    For the morning, visit the Victoria Memorial Hall, an iconic monument that is a tribute to Queen Victoria. The museum houses a beautiful collection of paintings, sculptures, and memorabilia from the British Raj. For lunch, head over to Peter Cat, a popular restaurant that serves delicious kebabs and sizzlers. In the afternoon, visit the Science City, which has interactive exhibits and a planetarium. In the evening, take a stroll at the beautiful Maidan park.

  2. Day 2: Dakshineswar Kali Temple
    1 hour 30 minutes (16 km) from Victoria Memorial Hall

    For the morning, visit the Dakshineswar Kali Temple, a Hindu temple dedicated to Goddess Kali. The temple is located on the banks of the Hooghly River and is surrounded by beautiful gardens. For lunch, head over to Bhojohori Manna, a restaurant that serves authentic Bengali cuisine. In the afternoon, visit the Indian Museum, which has a vast collection of artifacts and exhibits from ancient India. In the evening, take a leisurely stroll at the beautiful Eco Park.

  3. Day 3: Nicco Park
    40 minutes (14.6 km) from Dakshineswar Kali Temple

    For the morning, visit the Marble Palace, a mansion that was built in the 19th century and is now a museum that houses a collection of art and sculptures. For lunch, head over to Oh! Calcutta, a popular restaurant that serves Bengali cuisine. In the afternoon, visit the Nicco Park, an amusement park that has thrilling rides, water park, and a cable car ride. In the evening, take a boat ride on the Ganges river and watch the sunset.

Recommendations

Don't miss out on visiting the Howrah Bridge, one of the busiest and most iconic landmarks in Kolkata. You can also take a side trip to the Sundarbans, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that is home to the Royal Bengal Tiger. To maximize your fun, try taking a tram ride around the city or take a heritage walk to explore the rich history of Kolkata. Finally, don't forget to try the street food, especially the famous Kolkata Kathi Roll and Puchka.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Victoria Memorial Hall (2 hours, INR 30)
  • Peter Cat (1 hour, INR 500)
  • Science City (2 hours, INR 60)
  • Maidan park (1 hour, free)
  • Dakshineswar Kali Temple (2 hours, free)
  • Bhojohori Manna (1 hour, INR 400)
  • Indian Museum (2 hours, INR 20)
  • Eco Park (1 hour, free)
  • Nicco Park (3 hours, INR 400)
  • Marble Palace (1 hour, free)
  • Oh! Calcutta (1 hour, INR 800)
  • Boat ride on the Ganges river (1 hour, INR 200)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 2,540
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