Shantiniketan, founded by Rabindranath Tagore in West Bengal, is a serene cultural hub known for Visva-Bharati University, vibrant art, music, and literature. Visitors enjoy its open-air classes, Tagore’s Ashram, Rabindra Bhavan Museum, and scenic nature. Festivals like Poush Mela and Basanta Utsav showcase its rich artistic heritage.

Road Distance from Kolkata: 160 kms.
Best time to visit: Throughout the year.

Activities: Visit Tagore’s Ashram and Rabindra Museum. Walk through Visva-Bharati open-air classes. Enjoy Khoai Haat with Baul music.

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The most popular beach of West Bengal, Digha sees huge influx of tourist during weekends and other holidays. With lot of nearby sight seeing and activities, thousand of accommodations of various budget Digha is getaway destination for population of Kolkata and all small cities and towns of South Bengal. The comfortable driving distance from Kolkata and high connectivity of public transport is also the reason for Digha popularity.

Road Distance from Kolkata: 193 kms.
Best time to visit: Throughout the year.

Activities: Beach, Seafood, water sports, shopping.

Gangasagar, located on Sagar Island in West Bengal, is a sacred pilgrimage site where the Ganges meets the Bay of Bengal. Known for the annual Gangasagar Mela, it attracts millions of devotees. Visitors come to take a holy dip, visit Kapil Muni Ashram, and experience the serene coastal atmosphere.

Road Distance from Kolkata: 120 kms
Best time to visit: October to March

Activity: Visit Kapil Muni Temple, Take a Holy Dip at the confluence of the Ganga and Bay of Bengal. Enjoy Sagar Beach. Journey itself by ferry and country side is enjoyable.

Dhanyakuria, located in North 24 Parganas, is known for its stunning zamindar mansions and unique Hanseswari-style architecture. The grand Rajbari complex, European-inspired palatial houses, and serene rural surroundings make it a perfect heritage photography spot. Visitors enjoy exploring ornate buildings, courtyards, and the peaceful village ambience.

Road Distance from Kolkata: 70 kms
Best time to visit: October to March.

Activity: Explore European-style architecture Zamindar Houses, Walk through the Rajbari Complex for heritage photography. Enjoy the village ambience

Bishnupur, located in West Bengal, is renowned for its exquisite terracotta temples built by the Malla kings. The town is famous for unique architecture, Baluchari sarees, ancient forts, and rich cultural heritage. Its beautifully crafted temples, especially Rasmancha and Jor Bangla, attract history lovers and art enthusiasts year-round.

Road Distance from Kolkata: 150 km
Best time to visit: October to March

Activity: Explore Terracotta Temples, Visit Bishnupur Museum, shop for Baluchari Sarees &
Try Local Handicrafts

Tarakeshwar, in Hooghly district of West Bengal, is a major pilgrimage site dedicated to Lord Shiva. The renowned Taraknath Temple attracts thousands of devotees year-round. The town offers a peaceful spiritual atmosphere, sacred rituals, and traditional markets. It is especially crowded during Shravan and Shivratri festivals.

Road Distance from Kolkata: 70 kms
Best time to visit: Any.

Activity: Visit Taraknath Temple and offer prayers. Take a holy dip at the sacred Dudhpukur tank. Explore nearby temples and peaceful rural surroundings.

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Chandannagar, Chinsura, and Bandel in West Bengal showcase rich colonial heritage along the Hooghly River. Chandannagar reflects strong French influence, Chinsura highlights Dutch history, and Bandel is known for its iconic Basilica. Visitors enjoy riverside promenades, historic churches, temples, museums, and a peaceful blend of culture, architecture, and scenic beauty.

Road Distance from Kolkata: 70 kms
Best time to visit: October to March

Activity: Chandannagar Strand, Chandannagar Museum, Sacred Heart Church, Walk along  Hooghly riverside, Bandel Church & Basilica Museum.

Mayapur, located in Nadia district of West Bengal, is the spiritual headquarters of ISKCON and birthplace of Sri Chaitanya Mahaprabhu. Famous for the grand Temple of the Vedic Planetarium, peaceful ghats, and devotional ambience, it attracts pilgrims worldwide. Visitors enjoy kirtans, temple tours, and serene riverside views.

Road Distance from Kolkata: 165 kms
Best time to visit: October to March

Activity: Visit ISKCON Temple & Vedic Planetarium,
Attend Maha Aarti & Kirtans, Take a Ganga boat ride, Explore Srila Prabhupada’s Pushpa Samadhi Mandir.

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Know About Kolkata Tour Packages 

Kolkata was the centre for the Indian independence movement. Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose, was based out of this city, is considered as the real reason for the British left India. Netaji with his Azad Hind Sena with Japanese assistance launched war against the British along the North Eastern side and gained major areas after defeating them.  Kolkata hosts several cultural institutions of national importance. Some are the Academy of Fine Arts, the Victoria Memorial, the Asiatic Society, the Indian Museum and the National Library of India. Among professional scientific institutions, Kolkata hosts the Agri Horticultural Society of India, the Geological Survey of India, the Botanical Survey of India, the Calcutta Mathematical Society, the Indian Science Congress Association, the Zoological Survey of India, the Institution of Engineers, the Anthropological Survey of India and the Indian Public Health Association. Though home to Sourav Ganguly one of the most successful captain in Indian cricket & major cricketing venue and IPL franchises, Kolkata differs from other Indian cities by focusing on association football and other sports. ​Kolkata has many attractions within short driving distance like Sundarban National Park, Digha & several other popular sea beaches, as well as some glorious mountain destinations just within overnight travelling distance.

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Kolkata Tour Package is undertaken by millions of Indians and International travelers every year. Kolkata being the oldest city in India has a lot of attractions of tourist interest of heritage and culture. Places like the Victoria Memorial, Kali Temple, Dakhineshwar Kali Temple, Ganges Riverside are hugely popular among locals and tourists alike. Science City, Nicco Park, Wax Museum, Eco Park are some of the recreational and fun places for kids. Indian Museum, Birla Planetarium, Calcutta Zoo & National Library are of places of knowledge and learning which you cannot miss in Kolkata Tour Packages. Sundarbans, Mayapur, Gangasagar, Shantiniketan and the beach towns of Digha & Mandarmani are also very popular among tourist visiting Kolkata. 

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Kolkata Nearby Tourist Attractions Weekend Destination Getaways

The biggest Mangrove forest on Earth, the Sunderbans, Royal Bengal Tiger and proximity to Kolkata makes it a very attractive destination as a destination of weekend gateway. Sundarban can be accessed in multiple way depending upon your time and interest. Sundarbans are the most clubbed destination with Kolkata tour packages.

Road Distance from Kolkata: 100 kms
Best time to visit: October to March

Activity: Wildlife Sightings, Boat cruise through the backwaters, Stay in houseboat, Seafood.

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