Kolkata Heritage City Tour

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Itinerary

1. Pick up from your hotel in Kolkata.

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2. Since February 1953, this has been the home of Mother Teresa and her sisters. She lived, prayed, and worked here while leading her community of sisters around the world. This is also the place where she was laid to rest.

   1 h

3. The Victoria Memorial is a grand white marble monument built between 1906 and 1921 in memory of Queen Victoria (1819–1901). Today, it serves as both a museum and a popular tourist attraction managed by the Ministry of Culture. Located on the Maidan near Jawaharlal Nehru Road (Chowringhee Road), the memorial covers 57 acres of land with 21 landscaped gardens. Inside, it houses over 28,000 artifacts and nearly 4,000 artistic paintings. Attracting around 2 million visitors each year, the Victoria Memorial remains one of the most iconic landmarks to visit in Kolkata.

   1 h

4. Next, our guide will take you to the Indian Museum, the oldest and largest museum in the country. It’s one of the top attractions in Kolkata, especially for youngsters, offering a chance to explore India’s rich cultural and traditional heritage.

   1 h

5. Our trip ends at Prinsep Ghat, located along the banks of the Hooghly River. Built during British rule, this memorial reflects a blend of Greek and Gothic architecture. At night, the area comes alive as the Setu glows with dazzling lights, making it one of the best places to visit in Kolkata after dark. It’s also a favorite picnic spot where families come to relax and enjoy the cool breeze from the river.

   1 h

6. Drop of back at you hotel in Kolkata.

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Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.

Know before you go

How it compares in Kolkata

• Its from-price is 46% below the median of the 49 city tours we list in Kolkata.
• Its length is typical for the group.
• The operator lists free cancellation on it.

About Kolkata

Kolkata is the capital of West Bengal and the former capital of British India, a river city of colonial buildings, bookshops, sweets and Durga Puja.

Kolkata grew from three villages on the Hooghly River and was the capital of British India until 1911. Colonial landmarks include the Victoria Memorial, a white marble hall set in gardens, St Paul's Cathedral, and the Indian Museum, founded in 1814. The Howrah Bridge, a steel cantilever bridge over the Hooghly, carries enormous crowds, and hand-pulled rickshaws and trams still run in the streets.

Top-ranked sights in Kolkata: Mother House of the Missionaries of Charity, Victoria Memorial Hall, Howrah Bridge.

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