Dakshineswar Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Dakshineswar Kali Temple which includes a city, a temple or place of worship and religious aspects
Dakshineswar Kali Temple which includes a temple or place of worship and religious elements
Dakshineswar Kali Temple which includes a temple or place of worship, religious elements and night scenes
Bally Bridge which includes a bridge and a river or creek
Bally Bridge showing a bridge and a river or creek

Popular places to visit

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
Bally Bridge which includes a bridge and a river or creek

Bally Bridge

4/5(1 review)

This striking-looking steel bridge provides a great vantage point to view life on the Hooghly River, the body of water that flows along the western edge of Kolkata.

Bally Bridge
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
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

Activities

Kolkata: The City of Joy and Spiritual Marvels

Kolkata: The City of Joy and Spiritual Marvels

AU$179
per adult
Kolkata: The City of Joy and Spiritual Marvels
Dakshineswar Kali Temple

Private Tour Places of Worship in Kolkata including Mother House

AU$127
per adult
Private Tour Places of Worship in Kolkata including Mother House
Kolkata Daily - A private tour exploring the main tourist sites

Kolkata Daily - A Full Day Private Tour

AU$147
per adult
Kolkata Daily - A Full Day Private Tour
Walk through the streets of history

Old City Walking Tour - North Kolkata

AU$68
per adult
Old City Walking Tour - North Kolkata
Best of Kolkata

Best of Kolkata (Guided Halfday Sightseeing Tour by Car)

AU$123
per traveller
Best of Kolkata (Guided Halfday Sightseeing Tour by Car)
Private Full Day Sightseeing Tour of Kolkata

Private Full Day Sightseeing Tour of Kolkata

AU$193
per adult
Private Full Day Sightseeing Tour of Kolkata
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Our pick of the best Dakshineswar 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$183 per night from 13 Mar to 14 Mar
AU$183
includes taxes & fees
13 Mar - 14 Mar
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (222 reviews)
"Excellent service!"

Reviewed on 9 Mar. 2025

ITC Royal Bengal, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Kolkata
The LaLiT Great Eastern Kolkata
The LaLiT Great Eastern Kolkata
5 out of 5
1,v2, 3, Old Court House Street, Kolkata, West Bengal
The price is AU$150 per night from 26 Mar to 27 Mar
AU$150
includes taxes & fees
26 Mar - 27 Mar
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Kolkata. Enjoy free parking, a full-service spa, and 3 restaurants. Popular attractions New Market and Victoria Memorial ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (322 reviews)
"It was a good stay that was very comfortable. Service was good and very prompt."

Reviewed on 1 Mar. 2025

The LaLiT Great Eastern Kolkata
Fairfield by Marriott Kolkata
Fairfield by Marriott Kolkata
4 out of 5
CB 218 Action Area 1C New Town, Barasat, West Bengal
The price is AU$82 per night from 13 Mar to 14 Mar
AU$82
includes taxes & fees
13 Mar - 14 Mar
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Barasat. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (136 reviews)
One day stay before flight next day.
"Nice hotel. Reception gave us a room well before check in time. Excellent offering in restaurant at dinner and breakfast. Pool is shaded for most of the day though."

Reviewed on 7 Mar. 2025

Fairfield by Marriott 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$88 per night from 12 Apr to 13 Apr
AU$88
includes taxes & fees
12 Apr - 13 Apr
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! (211 reviews)
"Good"

Reviewed on 11 Feb. 2025

Holiday Inn Express Kolkata Airport by IHG
The Westin Kolkata Rajarhat
The Westin Kolkata Rajarhat
5 out of 5
Plot No CBD 2 Action Area II New Town, Rajarhat Opp Eco Park Gate 1 1st Av, Barasat, West Bengal
The price is AU$118 per night from 13 Mar to 14 Mar
AU$118
includes taxes & fees
13 Mar - 14 Mar
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Barasat. Enjoy free WiFi, free valet parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (153 reviews)
"Nice, clean, spacious room and bathroom - quiet guest floors - food choices at main dining hall was extraordinary - lobby smaller than other hotels but seemed efficient enough."

Reviewed on 6 Mar. 2025

The Westin Kolkata Rajarhat
Taj Bengal
Taj Bengal
5 out of 5
34 B Belvedere Road Alipore, Kolkata, West Bengal
The price is AU$215 per night from 17 Mar to 18 Mar
AU$215
includes taxes & fees
17 Mar - 18 Mar
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (372 reviews)
Easily the best
"Easily one of the best hotels I have ever had the pleasure to stay at. Impeccable service and standards. We stayed at three hotels in Kolkata for our trip and this was the clear winner for us. The staff were very helpful and courteous and made us feel very welcome. Everyone from the concierge, house ..."

Reviewed on 6 Mar. 2025

Taj Bengal
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Other neighbourhoods around Dakshineswar

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Dumdum

Restaurants and historical sites are just a few things travellers like about Dumdum. A stop by Acharya Bhavan is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.

Dumdum
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Rishra

Though Rishra may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Aquatica Water Park and Antpur Radhagovindjiu Temple.

Rishra
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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
Nicco Park showing a lake or waterhole, boating and a park

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.

Salt Lake
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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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Rajarhat

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Rajarhat and surrounding area, you can visit City Centre 2 and Eco Urban Village.

Rajarhat

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