Esplanade Travel Guide
Kolkata
Popular places to visit
Metropolitan Building
You can learn about the history of Kolkata with a visit to Metropolitan Building. Take some time to visit the monuments in this culturally rich area.
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 Market
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.
Dakshineswar Kali Temple
Admire architectural beauty and see important religious icons at this sacred temple complex on the banks of the Hooghly River.
Victoria Memorial
See photographs and paintings charting Kolkata’s history at this marble palace dedicated to England’s Queen Victoria, the former Empress of India.
Belur Math
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.
Things to do
Private Full Day Sightseeing Tour of Kolkata
Heritage and Culture of Kolkata Private Tour
Kolkata: Private Tour of City of Joy with Licensed Guide
Kolkata - Sounds and Sights - Private Full Day City Tour
Top hotels in Esplanade
Peerless Hotel Kolkata
The breakfast is great
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
Polo Floatel Kolkata
Property conditions need to be improved. Staff are good, helpful. Restaurant is good. Food is good.
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2024
ITC Royal Bengal, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Kolkata
everything was great
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
Hyatt Centric Ballygunge Kolkata
The hotel is rather new and it is very well organized with the staff going overboard when it comes to hospitality. The rooms are where the hotel really shines. The decor, lighting, automatic shades, sunlight dimming opaque curtains, motion sensitive area lighting, a bath shower which drowns the guest ...
Reviewed on 31 Oct 2025
The Westin Kolkata Rajarhat
Excellent service and attentive staff. Only downside was dust mites in pillows.
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025
Taj Bengal
Great breakfast Room clean but tired
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Esplanade
Dharmatala
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.
Taltala
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.
Bara Bazar
Travellers like the monuments in Bara Bazar, and Nakhoda Masjid is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Park Street
If you're spending time in Park Street, you might enjoy attractions like Park Street Cemetery and Camac Street. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Park Street Station to see more of the city.
Bhowanipore
If you're spending time in Bhowanipore, check out sights like Forum Shopping Mall or Camac Street and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Rabindra Sadan Station or Netaji Bhavan Station.
Tangra
Visitors to Tangra enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Milan Mela is worth a stop.
