Do you have a plan for a tour in Kolkata? Are you not able to decide where to start your journey and which place you should visit in Kolkata?
If your answer is yes, then you are on the right blog. You can get rid of your confusion very soon. If you are planning for a trip to Kolkata then I am going to tell you about the details about the places.
Kolkata, the city of joy is the capital of West Bengal and India’s second-biggest city (After Mumbai). Here you can get the feeling of diversity in food, religion, places and also in human-being. You can find different histories in the different places of Kolkata. You need to keep a couple of days to cover most of the places of Kolkata. Now, I am going to tell about some places where you have to visit definitely if you are in Kolkata.
Biswa Bangla Gate Kolkata
Hey! Are you planning to come via plane?
After a long journey, you have an empty stomach and have thought of getting delicious food. Then you can visit Biswa Bangla Gate (The Gate of Kolkata). The location is at the crossing of Narklebagan, New Town and nearest to Kolkata airport. Here you can not only get food but also get a birds-eye-view. You can get a glimpse of Bengali culture from Biswa Bangla Gate. The biggest beauty of this place is the Hanging Restaurant i.e. “Ekante”.
Booking and Other Details- You have to book online in Book MY Show.
For getting 360-degree-view of the gallery you have to pay 100/- and the timing is 4 PM-6 PM (Everyday).
If you want to make your empty stomach full then you have to pay 550/- (Tuesday Saturday) and Rs.650/- on Sundays and Holidays.
The timing for Lunch is 12 PM-3 PM (Monday-Saturday) & 11 AM-3 PM (Sunday &Holiday)
Mother’s Wax Museum
Have you ever think to capture photos with your favourite star?
Unfortunately, everybody can’t achieve this dream. But don’t worry. Mother’s Wax Museum Kolkata will give you a golden chance. You can take a snap with the wax sculpture of your idol. So today if you are planning for a trip to Kolkata then this is the place you have to visit. It is near the Newtown Kolkata opposite of the Eco Park on the 6th floor.
Timing and Other details- the museum opens from 12 PM-7:30 PM every day except Monday.
For getting the view of inside the pricing structure is
For the children with the age of below 3, it’s free.
For the children of the age of 3-12, it’s Rs.150.
For above the age of 12, all will have to pay Rs.250.
Eco Park
Do you ever think to see Seven Wonders of the World?
But after thinking that It’s very difficult and time-consuming to get a glimpse of seven wonders.
And you gave up on your thought. Don’t be so upset. It’s possible in the least amount of time. You can get a replica of all Seven Wonders in one place i.e. Echo Park. It is of some distance from the City Centre in New Town. Apart from this, you can get a view of the natural atmosphere in the gardens of Echo Park. It will worth your money if you have decided to go there.
Timing and Other Details- The timing is 2:30 PM-8:00 PM for all days of the week.
For children under 5 years, entry is free.
For students entry fee is 10Rs.For adults the charges are 20Rs.
For separate rides and games, you have to pay inside the park.
Aquatica
Everyone loves to play with water. Are you love to play with water on an amazing ride?
.If you are like an adventurous ride with water-slides this place will make you happy. Often in the summertime, many people go to Aquatica for getting relaxation. The location is at Kouchpukur, P.O Hathgachia near Rajarhat Township, Kolkata, West Bengal-700156
Ticket and other details-You can book your ticket on the website of Aquatica for offers.
On weekdays the price of the ticket is 450 for children and 900 for adults.
For weekends and holidays, the ticket price will be 500 for children and 1000 for adults.
Nicco Park
Are you fond of adventurous ride and love to try new rides?
Then you have to visit this place. It is an amusement park and situated in sector IV of Salt Lake City, Kolkata. You can get many rides that can give you enjoyment. Here you can also get a 4-D movie theatre. Besides the park, there is a Nalban Boating Complex that offers a paddleboat tour. You can also get a view of the whole place from the Rope-way.
Booking Details-The timing of the park is from 10:30-7:30 PM.
The entry fee is 250Rs. Per person.
For the water park package, you have to pay 750Rs. including the entry fee.
For the main park, water park and entry fee you have to pay 910Rs. per person.
Science City
Today science is everywhere. So you and me everyone have the curiosity to know the scientific facts about the unknown things. But every time we cannot get that much of opportunities to know the unknown facts. If you are planning to go Kolkata then you will have a look at the science city also. Here you can get to know unknown facts about science. No, you don’t feel bore. You will get to know some unknown and exciting facts about science. The spot is on the Eastern Metropolitan Bypass at the crossing of the park circus.
Entry Fee-For entry you have to pay Rs.50. There are other separate fees for getting another service.
Alipore Zoo
In Alipore zoo, you can see all the scary animals, birds and other species which you have seen on TV or else in a movie. You can see the close view of these animals and take a snap also. It is present on Alipore Road.
Ticket Price and another details-Ticket office open from 9:00-4:30 PM AND Aquarium opens from 10:30 AM-5:00 PM.
For the children under 5years of age, you have to pay 10Rs. all days.
For adults, you have to pay 30Rs.
For the aquarium, charges will be 5Rs.
For video photography the ticket is 250Rs. for an hour.
Victoria Memorial
Have you ever hear about the name of Queen Victoria?
This place is for the memory of Queen Victoria. Here you can get to know a lot of things about the history of Kolkata. You can get a glimpse of ancient weapons and take a photo with it. You can also walk in the garden and feel the nature. It is present on the Maidan near the Jawaharlal Nehru Road.
Entry Fee- Victoria memorial remains closed on Mondays. Garden will open from 5:30 AM-6:15 PM. For the museum, the timing is 10:00 AM-5:00 PM.
For the museum, you have to pay Rs.20 and for the garden view, you have to pay Rs.10 per person (Indians).
For the museum, you have to pay Rs.200 (Foreigners).
Birla Planetarium
If you want to get 3-D views of astronomy then you have to buy a ticket and enjoy the shows of the planetarium. The location is at the Jawaharlal Nehru Road opposite the Victoria Memorial.
Ticket Price-It will close on the first Thursday of every month.
Children of 3 years and above have to pay 100Rs.
For students, a group of 25 and more have to pay 40Rs.
You can also visit ST. Cathedral church after the show which is beside the Planetarium.
Indian Museum
If you are going for a tour of a place then you need to go to a museum of that place. Here you can get to see many antic pieces and get to know about many things. It is present on the Jawaharlal Nehru Road near the New Market.
Ticket Detail- Except Monday it will open daily.
For Indian visitors the price is 20Rs. per head.
For Foreign visitors the price is 500Rs. per head.
Under 3years old children, the price is free.
Esplanade
After coming from the Museum there is a market place where you can get a variety of things at the cheapest price. For shopping, everyone needs many options. Here you can get variety in dresses and many more things instigate you to buy things.
Apart from this, you can go for shopping in Gariahaat and Hatibagan too. Here you also can get a variety of products and you can get many choices also.
Conclusion
The city of joy Kolkata is one of the chipset city in all over the world. Here you can have your meal in just 30Rs. Also if you are looking for 5-star hotel calm restaurants you can get that also. So the city Kolkata is a place where whether you belong to a middle-class family or High rated rich family, Kolkata will never fail to welcome you.
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