Lake Town 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
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
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
Belur Math

Belur Math

5/5(1 review)

Find out about the history of Howrah when you spend time at Belur Math. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the monuments in this culturally rich area.

Belur Math
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

Walk through the streets of history

Old City Walking Tour - North Kolkata

AU$66
per adult
Old City Walking Tour - North Kolkata
Private Full Day Sightseeing Tour of Kolkata

Private Full Day Sightseeing Tour of Kolkata

AU$190
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Private Full Day Sightseeing Tour of Kolkata
Rajbari

Day trip from Kolkata for a Slice of Europe

AU$308
per adult
Day trip from Kolkata for a Slice of Europe
Mesmerising Kolkata Private Customised Day Tour

Mesmerising Kolkata Private Customised Day Tour

AU$118
per adult
Mesmerising Kolkata Private Customised Day Tour
Kolkata Daily - A private tour exploring the main tourist sites

Kolkata Daily - A Full Day Private Tour

AU$145
per adult
Kolkata Daily - A Full Day Private Tour
Kolkata Flower Market

Kolkata Half Day Sightseeing Tour

AU$101
per adult
Kolkata Half Day Sightseeing Tour
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Our pick of the best Lake Town Hotel Deals

Fabhotel Asha Inn
Fabhotel Asha Inn
3 out of 5
P-264, Lake Town, Block-B, Bidhannagar, West Bengal
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Bidhannagar. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions New Town Eco Park and New Market ...
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Fabhotel Asha Inn
The Maureen
The Maureen
3 out of 5
BMC 23/22, VIP Road, Kazi Nazrul Islam Avenue, Bidhannagar, West Bengal
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Bidhannagar. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions New Town Eco Park and ...
10/10 Exceptional! (2 reviews)
"I stayed at this hotel during my friends wedding. The location was great and easy to catch an uber from the hotel. The hotel staff were extremely friendly and helpful. The free breakfast and waters was a huge plus! The room was clean and comfortable."

Reviewed on 3 Jan. 2025

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The Maureen
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$175 per night from 18 Apr to 19 Apr
AU$175
includes taxes & fees
18 Apr - 19 Apr
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! (228 reviews)
"Good location. Close enough to airport. Excellent in room dining options as well as restaurants"

Reviewed on 3 Apr. 2025

ITC Royal Bengal, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Kolkata
Hyatt Regency Kolkata
Hyatt Regency Kolkata
5 out of 5
JA 1, Sector 3, Bidhannagar, West Bengal
The price is AU$116 per night from 16 Apr to 17 Apr
AU$116
includes taxes & fees
16 Apr - 17 Apr
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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (439 reviews)
"I love the pool!"

Reviewed on 25 Mar. 2025

Hyatt Regency 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$99 per night from 5 Apr to 6 Apr
AU$99
includes taxes & fees
5 Apr - 6 Apr
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! (230 reviews)
"Good property to stays, will stay again"

Reviewed on 16 Mar. 2025

Novotel Kolkata Hotel & Residences Hotel
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$120 per night from 7 Apr to 8 Apr
AU$120
includes taxes & fees
7 Apr - 8 Apr
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
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Other neighbourhoods around Lake Town

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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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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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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Tangra

3/5(1 area review)

Visitors to Tangra enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Milan Mela is worth a stop.

Tangra
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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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Bara Bazar

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

Bara Bazar

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