DC Block Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Kolkata showing night scenes, a city and a park

New Town Eco Park

Known for its diverse ecological landscapes, man-made lake, children’s play area and musical fountain show, this ecological park is fun for all the family.

New Town Eco Park
New Market showing a city, markets and heritage architecture

New Market

3.5/5(5 reviews)

Hunt for bargains at one of Kolkata’s oldest markets, an indoor arcade with food, clothing and handicraft stalls that’s been serving the city for over 135 years.

New Market
Dakshineswar Kali Temple which includes a temple or place of worship and religious elements

Dakshineswar Kali Temple

5/5(3 reviews)

Admire architectural beauty and see important religious icons at this sacred temple complex on the banks of the Hooghly River.

Dakshineswar Kali Temple
Victoria Memorial which includes a garden, heritage architecture and a memorial

Victoria Memorial

4/5(6 reviews)

See photographs and paintings charting Kolkata’s history at this marble palace dedicated to England’s Queen Victoria, the former Empress of India.

Victoria Memorial
Howrah Bridge which includes a bridge and a river or creek

Howrah Bridge

4/5(6 reviews)

Set foot on or glide under a famous Kolkata landmark, a colossal engineering feat that’s inspired many movie-makers.

Howrah Bridge
Nicco Park featuring a water park, a park and rides

Nicco Park

High-speed thrill rides, snow slides and a range of family attractions make this theme park one of Kolkata’s most exhilarating destinations.

Nicco Park

Activities

Make a positive impact

Kolkata Slum Walking Tour

AU$63
per adult
Kolkata Slum Walking Tour
Taj Mahal, Agra

1-Day Trip to The Taj Mahal and Agra with Both side Commercial Flights

AU$1,075
per adult
1-Day Trip to The Taj Mahal and Agra with Both side Commercial Flights
Kolkata: Private Tour of City of Joy with Licensed Guide

Kolkata: Private Tour of City of Joy with Licensed Guide

AU$145
per adult
Kolkata: Private Tour of City of Joy with Licensed Guide
Private Full Day Sightseeing Tour of Kolkata

Private Full Day Sightseeing Tour of Kolkata

AU$196
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Private Full Day Sightseeing Tour of Kolkata
Rajbari

Day trip from Kolkata for a Slice of Europe

AU$299
per adult
Day trip from Kolkata for a Slice of Europe
Flower Market - A sea of Orange.

Kolkata - Sounds and Sights - Private Full Day City Tour

AU$262
per adult
Kolkata - Sounds and Sights - Private Full Day City Tour
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Our pick of the best DC Block Hotel Deals

ITC Royal Bengal, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Kolkata

ITC Royal Bengal, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Kolkata

5 out of 5
1 JBS Haldane Avenue, Kolkata, West Bengal
The price is AU$187 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
AU$187
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Kolkata. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (257 reviews)
"Great"

Reviewed on 23 Jul. 2025

ITC Royal Bengal, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Kolkata
Novotel Kolkata Hotel & Residences Hotel

Novotel Kolkata Hotel & Residences Hotel

5 out of 5
CF11 Action Area 1C, New Town Rajarhat, Barasat, West Bengal
The price is AU$111 per night from 27 Aug to 28 Aug
AU$111
27 Aug - 28 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Barasat. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (243 reviews)
"Safe"

Reviewed on 21 Aug. 2025

Novotel Kolkata Hotel & Residences Hotel
Hyatt Regency Kolkata

Hyatt Regency Kolkata

5 out of 5
JA 1, Sector 3, Bidhannagar, West Bengal
The price is AU$126 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
AU$126
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Bidhannagar. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (457 reviews)
"Our room attendant Suman ensured that our stay was not only comfortable but also enjoyable."

Reviewed on 16 Aug. 2025

Hyatt Regency Kolkata
YMCA Seacom Inn

YMCA Seacom Inn

3 out of 5
YMCA BUILDING, 25, J.L.NEHRU ROAD, Kolkata, West Bengal
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Kolkata. Enjoy free WiFi, 24-hour room service, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions New Market and Indian ...
"Poor maintenance, Inside the room is OK but outside is dirty and dusty. Poor bathroom condition."

Reviewed on 3 Dec. 2019

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YMCA Seacom Inn
ITC Sonar, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Kolkata

ITC Sonar, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Kolkata

5 out of 5
Jbs Haldane Avenue (Opp Science City),, Kolkata, 1, Kolkata, West Bengal
The price is AU$166 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
AU$166
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Kolkata. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions New Market and New Town Eco Park are ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (285 reviews)
"STAY WAS GOOD, HOWEVER, THE CHECKOUT EXPERIENCE WAS UNPLEASANT."

Reviewed on 21 Jun. 2025

ITC Sonar, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Kolkata
Holiday Inn Express Kolkata Airport by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Kolkata Airport by IHG

4 out of 5
28 Jessore Road, NSCBI Airport, Dum Dum, Barakpur, West Bengal
The price is AU$91 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
AU$91
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Barakpur. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (234 reviews)
Close to the airport
"Close to airport, we have an early evening flight and they let us have a late check out, Very comfortable beds and clean. We are less than two kilometres from the airport."

Reviewed on 11 Apr. 2025

Holiday Inn Express Kolkata Airport by IHG
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Other neighbourhoods around DC Block

Nicco Park which includes a garden, a lake or waterhole and boating

Salt Lake

Discover Salt Lake, memorable for its lake views. Popular attractions in Salt Lake include Salt Lake City Centre Mall and Nicco Park, and you can see more of the area by hopping on the metro at Bengal Chemical Station.

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Sealdah

3.5/5(4 area reviews)

While you're in Sealdah, take in top sights like Thanthania Kalibari and jump on the metro at Chandni Chowk Station to see more of the city.

Sealdah
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Chinar Park

While Chinar Park may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like City Centre 2 and New Town Eco Park.

Chinar Park
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Bara Bazar

Travellers like the monuments in Bara Bazar, and Nakhoda Masjid is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Bara Bazar
New Market showing street scenes and a city

Taltala

5/5(1 area review)

While you're in Taltala, take in top sights like Sudder Street and jump on the metro at Esplanade Station to see more of the city.

Taltala
New Market showing street scenes and a city

Dharmatala

4.5/5(4 area reviews)

While you're in Dharmatala, take in top sights like New Market and jump on the metro at Esplanade Station to see more of the city.

Dharmatala

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