3-Day Solo Cultural and Culinary Exploration in Kolkata

Day 1: Heritage & Markets

Kolkata, India on June 9, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Flurys

Enjoy a classic Kolkata breakfast at Flurys on Park Street, known for its impeccable pastries and strong coffee, open from 7:30am to 11:00pm.
INR500, 1h0m

9:30am

Victoria Memorial

Explore the stunning white marble Victoria Memorial, a symbol of Kolkata’s colonial past with beautiful gardens and a museum showcasing historical artifacts, open 10:00am–5:00pm.
INR30, 2h0m

12:00pm

Lunch at Bhojohori Manna

Taste authentic Bengali cuisine at Bhojohori Manna, famed for traditional dishes like shorshe ilish and luchi, open 12:00pm–3:30pm and 7:00pm–11:30pm.
INR400, 1h0m

1:30pm

New Market (Sir Stuart Hogg Market)

Stroll through New Market, a bustling shopping area offering everything from textiles to street food, ideal for souvenir hunting and experiencing local hustle, open 10:00am–9:00pm.
Free entry, 2h0m

4:00pm

St. Paul's Cathedral

Visit St. Paul’s Cathedral, an Anglican cathedral famous for its Gothic architecture and peaceful atmosphere, open 9:00am–5:00pm.
Free entry, 1h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at Oh! Calcutta

Enjoy a refined dinner featuring authentic Bengali specialties such as kosha mangsho at Oh! Calcutta on Park Street, open till 11:30pm.
INR800, 1h30m
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Day 2: Museums & Temples

Kolkata, India on June 10, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Indian Coffee House

Start your day with a traditional South Indian breakfast in the historic Indian Coffee House on College Street, open 8:00am–9:30pm.
INR150, 1h0m

9:30am

Indian Museum

Visit the Indian Museum, the largest and oldest museum in India, featuring extensive archaeological and natural history collections, open 10:00am–5:00pm.
INR30, 2h0m

12:00pm

Lunch at 6 Ballygunge Place

Relish classic Bengali dishes served in a charming heritage mansion at 6 Ballygunge Place, open 12:00pm–3:00pm and 7:00pm–11:00pm.
INR500, 1h0m

2:00pm

Kumartuli

Explore Kumartuli, the traditional potters’ quarter famous for crafting exquisite clay idols, a vibrant insight into Kolkata’s artistic culture, open all day.
Free entry, 2h0m

5:00pm

Dakshineswar Kali Temple

Visit this revered temple on the Hooghly River dedicated to Goddess Kali, an important spiritual site accessible by taxi, open 6:00am–10:00pm.
Free entry, 1h30m

8:00pm

Dinner at Peter Cat

Dine at Peter Cat, famous for its Chelo Kebabs and nostalgic ambiance on Park Street, open till 11:30pm.
INR700, 1h30m
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Day 3: Parks & Colonial Architecture

Kolkata, India on June 11, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Cafe Coffee Day

Grab a light breakfast and some good coffee at Cafe Coffee Day near your accommodation, open from 7:00am onwards.
INR200, 0h45m

8:30am

Maidan and Shaheed Minar walk

Enjoy a morning walk through the Maidan park area, featuring Shaheed Minar and views of the city’s iconic skyline, open all day.
Free entry, 2h0m

11:00am

Marble Palace

Visit the Marble Palace, a 19th-century mansion showcasing rare art, antiques, and marble sculptures, open 10:00am–4:00pm; prior appointment recommended.
INR50, 1h0m

12:30pm

Lunch at Arsalan

Savor some of Kolkata’s best biryani and kebabs at Arsalan near Park Circus, open 12:00pm–11:00pm.
INR400, 1h0m

2:00pm

Birla Industrial & Technological Museum

Explore interactive exhibits at the Birla Museum, great for all ages and tech enthusiasts, open 10:30am–5:00pm.
INR20, 1h30m

5:00pm

Coffee at Indian Coffee House (College Street)

End your trip with a relaxing coffee at the iconic Indian Coffee House, soak in the literary and cultural ambiance before departure.
INR150, 0h45m

7:00pm

Dinner at Mainland China

Celebrate your final night in Kolkata with an elegant dinner of Chinese cuisine at Mainland China, Park Street, open till 11:00pm.
INR900, 1h30m
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