HOW TO GET THERE?

Located on the outskirts of the city, Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose Airport is one of the most well connected airports in the country. It is well connected to Mumbai, Delhi, Chennai, Agartala, Aizwal, Bagdogra, Bengaluru, Bhubhaneshwar, Coimbatore etc. Kolakta has two railway stations – Howrah and Sealdah. Cities like Bengaluru, Chennai, Delhi, Hyderabad, Mumbai, Pune, Ahmedabad, Ajmer, Allahabad, Amritsar, Bhopal, Bhagalpur, Bhubhaneshwar, Bikaner etc.

MAJOR ATTRACTIONS

VICTORIA MEMORIAL

LOCATION:

The Victoria Memorial is located at Maidan, Victoria Memorial Hall, 1, Queens Way, Kolkata, West Bengal, 700071, India.
By Air: Nearest Airport: Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport
By Train: Nearest Railway Station: Howrah junction

OPENING HOURS:

Memorial gallery opening hours: 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Note: Gallery remains closed on Mondays and national holidays
Entry Fees:
Indian Nationals – INR 20 per head
Foreign Nationals – INR 200 per head
Free entry for students and army personnel (in uniform)
VICTORIA MEMORIAL GARDEN
Visiting Hours and Entry Fees for Victoria Memorial Gardens
Opening hours: 5:30 AM to 6:15 PM all days
Entry Fees:
Daily ticket - INR 10 per head
Yearly ticket – INR 1000 (for morning walkers)

LIGHT AND SOUND SHOW

The evenings at memorial grounds are illuminated with the light and sound show. Entitled as ‘Pride and Glory- The Story of Calcutta’, the show traces the story of the glorious era of Calcutta. The show is also named as Son-et-Lumiere. It is highly recommended for everyone to attend the show. The memorial building also drips in colors which is another beautiful sight.

WHAT ELSE TO DO NEARBY?

Birla Planetarium, St. Paul’s Cathedral, Fort William, Princep Ghat, BBD Bagh Gardens are some of the places that you can visit on your trip to Victoria Memorial.

HOWRAH BRIDGE

LOCATION:

At a distance of 6 km from Kolkata Railway Station, Howrah Bridge is an old suspension bridge located in Kolkata, West Bengal. Also known as Rabindra Setu, it is one of the longest cantilever bridges in the world and an iconic landmark of Kolkata.

OPENING HOURS:

No ENTRY FEE. OPENED 24/7

THINGS TO DO NEARBY?

Take a walk along the length of this 705-meter bridge to get the feel of the city and its people. The bridge is busy all day long with vehicles plying across the twin cities of Howrah and Kolkata. Since the bridge has separate lanes for pedestrians, it makes easy to stroll on the bridge. The bridge also makes a perfect place for street photography and is a photographer’s delight.

Assumed to be Asia's largest flower market, Mallik Ghat flower market is located right under the shadow of Howrah on its east end. The business in flower market thrives from makeshift shacks and comes to life as early as 3:00 AM, making it the busiest in India. One would be bowled by the fragrance and the burst of colors spread throughout. The market is a hub for photographers.

There are quite a few options of cruises on the Ganges, the options being breakfast cruise, lunch cruise, evening cruise and dinner cruise. Each trip lasts for 3 hours.

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BEST HOTELS

POLO FLOATEL KOLKATA

Polo Floatel, Kolkata, takes pride in being South Asia's first floating hotel that takes luxury to the next level. This 4-star hotel in Kolkata offers world-class amenities and state-of-the-art facilities that are there to make your stay easy and comfortable. This floating hotel in Kolkata is newly refurbished and features a new management team who will cater to all your needs. The hotel also serves as a prime wedding venue thanks to its unique position around both land and water next to each other. The rooms are crafted to perfection, where you can choose to wake up to the view of Howrah Bridge or the serene view of the river Ganges.

FAIRFIELD BY MARRIOTT

Located in New Town, Fairfield by Marriott Kolkata is just a short drive from the Netaji Subhash Chandra airport. Guests enjoy a convenient location near the city's IT hub, Eco Park, Amity University, Victoria Memorial, and Alipore Zoo.

Property amenities

• Free parking
• Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
• Pool
• Fitness Centre with Gym / Workout Room
• Bar / lounge
• Bowling offsite
• Entertainment staff
• Kids stay free

THE OBEROI GRAND

The Oberoi Grand, fondly referred as the 'Grande Dame of Chowringhee' offers the ultimate classical residence in the City of Joy. This heritage hotel’s neo-classical facade and grand pillared entrance mark a successful fusion of classical Victorian and traditional Indian style and reflect the city’s colonial history.Standing stately for over 125 years, The Oberoi Grand combines classic architecture and charm with state of the art amenities and facilities, offering guests an oasis of tranquility amidst the bustling city.The hotel features elegantly appointed rooms, equipped with all modern facilities blending uniquely with the colonial architecture.The hotel is located in the main business and shopping district of Kolkata (Park Street, BBD Bag, and Chowringhee) and is in walking distance from most corporate and government offices. It is also conveniently located close to major convention centers, legislative offices, banks, Consulates, Deputy High Commissions, Chambers of Commerce and clubs. This ideal location makes the hotel a perfect base for the business and the leisure traveler.The dining options at the hotel provide a great opportunity to savor cuisines from around the globe. Recreational facilities include an outdoor swimming pool, a fitness centre and a full service Oberoi Spa.The city centre location makes the hotel an ideal conference and meetings venue. The options vary from a spectacular ballroom for large conferences and smaller meeting rooms for business gatherings and seminars. A 24 hour business centre fully equipped with modern facilities includes a meeting room along with secretarial services.