South Kolkata Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit

Kalighat Kali Temple
After visiting Kalighat Kali Temple, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kolkata. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the monuments in this culturally rich area.
Alipore Zoo
Visit the native and exotic animals who live at Alipore Zoo during your trip to Kolkata. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the monuments in this culturally rich area.
Gariahat Market
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Gariahat Market during your trip to Kolkata.
Fortis Hospital
If Fortis Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Kolkata.
Quest Mall
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Quest Mall during your visit to Kolkata. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the monuments in this culturally rich area.
Deshapriya Park
After visiting Deshapriya Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kolkata. 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

Explore Kolkata- Private Tour with Lunch

Kolkata - Sounds and Sights - Private Full Day City Tour

Kolkata: Private Tour of City of Joy with Licensed Guide
Top hotels in South Kolkata

Taj Bengal
Room was spotless and the staff was very helpful and courteous. Food offerings were great for our Western diet. Pool area was amazing and perfect temperature. Location was central to our activities.
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026

Hyatt Centric Ballygunge Kolkata
Excellent hotel. Very good bedroom and shower. Particularly impressive food...both room service and breakfast. Good rooftop pool. The hotel is situared in the middle of a safe but indifferent area about a 15 mknute Uber away from typical visitor sites...so don't expect views if of the,Taj Mahal from ...
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026

hotel park central

Siamton Inn - A Cygnett Collection
Good
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026

FabHotel Quest
The hotel was good value for money but at the end of day I suggest to stay somewhere else if you some more money
Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026

PARK EASTERN HOTEL
I liked the location to where I needed to be. For the price, it was excellent. I would have preferred if breakfast was before 8am. Would stay again
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2025
Other neighbourhoods around South Kolkata

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.

Park Street
If you're spending time in Park Street, you might enjoy attractions like Camac Street and Park Street Cemetery. 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.

Ballygunge
Restaurants and shopping are highlights of Ballygunge. Make a stop by Shrine Basilica Bandel or Quest Mall while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Ballygunge Station to get around town.

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.

Behala
While there might not be top attractions in Behala, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Alipore Zoo and South City Mall.

