Kolkata Holidays

What makes Kolkata a strong choice for India holidays?

• A city where culture and history sit alongside a modern everyday life
• Colonial-era landmarks and living neighbourhoods in easy reach
• A natural fit for family-friendly sightseeing and curated India tours

What are the top things to do in Kolkata?

Explore headline sights, spiritual landmarks, arts and learning, green spaces, and a classic day trip.

Architecture & city icons

• Howrah Bridge: the city’s unmissable river landmark
• Victoria Memorial: a standout of colonial architecture
• Marble Palace and Belur Math: architectural highlights with distinct styles

Temples & spiritual sites

• Nipponzan Myohoji, Dakshineswar Kali Temple, Birla Mandir, varied places of worship and reflection

Arts, learning & literary Kolkata

• Kumortuli and Tagore’s House: insight into the city’s artistic heritage
• College Street: home to the world’s largest second-hand book market and leading educational institutes

Parks & day trips

• Botanical Gardens: relax among vast lawns and see the 250-year-old banyan tree
• Sunderbans: plan a trip to try spotting the Bengal Tiger

Where should you stay in Kolkata?

• Park Street area: top-end options in a central location, great for India tours
• Sudder Street: budget-friendly stays for backpackers
• For luxury: LaLiT Great Eastern Kolkata or heritage addresses such as Oberoi Grand, Astor and Calcutta Bungalow

What should you eat in Kolkata?

Kolkata is a food lover’s city and a highlight of many India holidays. Must-try dishes include:

• Macher jhol, kosha mangsho, alur torkari, cholar dal, luchi, shukto, sondesh, roshogolla
  Street food is a major part of the scene and reflects the city’s diverse flavours.

Where should you shop?

Browse bustling markets for handicrafts, rare books, textiles, jewellery, tea and more.

• Go-to spots: New Market, Chowringhee Road, Dakshinapan Shopping Centre, College Street, Bara Bazaar

How do you get to Kolkata?

Flights to Kolkata operate from major UK airports, including London Heathrow, London Gatwick, Manchester and Birmingham.

• Airlines such as British Airways, Air India, Jet Airways, Emirates and Qatar Airways fly to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport, making it straightforward to plan India holidays.

How to plan your Kolkata holiday with Southall Travel?

• We’ll organise your flights to Kolkata, central or heritage hotels, and tailored India tours
• One itinerary, one point of contact, for a seamless, memorable experience
• Speak to our team at Southall Travel to align sightseeing, dining and day trips with your dates and budget