West bengal

Darjeeling Himalayan Railway

The Darjeeling Himalayan Railway, also known as the DHR or Toy Train, is a 2 ft narrow-gauge railway based on zig zag and loop-line technology which runs between New Jalpaiguri and Darjeeling
Victoria Memorial, Kolkata

(11,146)

Grand museum for art & Indian history

Elegant, domed, white marble museum, opened in 1921, housing displays on the history of Kolkata.
Tiger Hill, Darjeeling

(255)

Mountain and monastery

Tiger Hill is located in Darjeeling, in the Indian State of West Bengal, and is the summit of Ghoom, the highest railway station in the Darjeeling Himalayan Railway – a UNESCO World Heritage
Mirik

Monasteries, lakes, orchards, and gardens

Mirik is a picturesque tourist spot nestled in the serene hills of Darjeeling district in West Bengal, India. It is the headquarters of Mirik subdivision. The name Mirik comes from the Lepcha
Howrah Bridge

(12,941)

2,300-foot cantilever road bridge

Bustling cantilever road bridge opened since 1943 and spanning the Hooghly River.
Dakshineswar Kali Temple

(5,397)

Striking 19th-century spiritual complex

9 ornate spires top this riverside red and cream 1800s temple, with shrines to Krishna and Vishnu.
Gorumara National Park

(1,892)

National park with rhino & elephants

Floodplain & forest national park spanning nearly 50 sq. mi., home to rhino, elephants & leopards.
Indian Museum, Kolkata

(9,123)

Cultural museum established in 1814

Indian heritage museum with sections on archaeology, art, anthropology and geology, founded in 1814.
Kalighat Kali Temple

(3,265)

Mid 19th-century temple to Goddess Kali

Colonial-era temple complex dedicated to the Hindu Goddess of empowerment and liberation, Kali.
Belur Math

(3,801)

Temples & shrines dedicated to guru

Temples, shrines & a museum dedicated to spiritual guru Sri Ramakrishna spread over a 40-acre site.
Sundarbans National Park

(1,746)

Huge nature preserve with boat tours

This vast mangrove forest & Bengal tiger habitat has boat rides & a watchtower for visitors.
Jaldapara National Park

(630)

Wildlife refuge, safari, and elephant

Jaldapara National Park is a national park situated at the foothills of the Eastern Himalayas in Alipurduar District of northern West Bengal and on the banks of the Torsa River. Jaldapara is
Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park

(3,094)

Zoological park with endangered species

68-acre zoo featuring endangered Himalayan animals such as red pandas & snow leopards.
Maidan

(52,854)

Massive green space with sports grounds

The largest urban park in West Bengal and home of Eden Gardens cricketing stadium and a race course.
Fort William, India

(1,391)

18th-century fortress & Indian army base

Named after British King, this riverside fortress is most famous for its 'black hole' prison cell.
Park Street, Kolkata

Shopping

Park Street, is a famous thoroughfare in the city of Kolkata, India. The street runs through what was a deer park of Sir Elijah Impey, Chief Justice of the Supreme Court in Calcutta from 1773
Science City Kolkata

(19,288)

Science museum with interactive exhibits

Large, modern science museum featuring hands-on exhibits, theaters, a butterfly garden & more.
Neora Valley National Park

(590)

Camping, park, red panda, and birdwatching

Neora Valley National Park is situated in the Kalimpong district, West Bengal, India and was established in 1986. It spreads over an area of 88 km² and is one of the richest biological zones
New Town Eco Park

(31,217)

Outdoor recreation, a lake & gardens

A large recreation area for activities such as boating & cycling, plus a playground, lake & gardens.
Eden Gardens

(10,444)

Large-scale, 19th-century cricket ground

Major, 66,000-capacity cricket ground hosting Indian Premier League and international matches.
Nicco Park

(14,811)

Water rides, carousels & a rollercoaster

Theme park with attractions aimed at families & children, with a rollercoaster & water rides.
Birla Planetarium, Kolkata

(879)

Domed venue for astronomy shows

Traditional, domed planetarium & observatory featuring daily astronomy shows in multiple languages.
Marble Palace

Palace and architecture

Marble Palace is a palatial nineteenth-century mansion in North Kolkata. It is located at 46, Muktaram Babu Street, Kolkata 700007. It is one of the best-preserved and most elegant houses of
Peace Pagoda, Darjeeling

(182)

Buddhist temple in a tranquil locale

Serene Buddhist temple with a domed roof, gilded statues, ornate carvings & valley views.
St. Paul's Cathedral, Kolkata

(1,413)

Eminent church dating from 1847

Landmark Anglican church completed in 1847, with restored steeple and notable stained glass windows.
Vidyasagar Setu

(1,160)

Landmark cable-stayed bridge

2-towered, cable-stayed bridge, India's longest, with a span of 823 m. over the Hooghly River.
Prinsep Ghat

(7,456)

Landmark ghat with a stately monument

1841 ghat featuring a monument with Greek & Gothic details in a parklike setting with bridge views.
Alipore Zoological Gardens

(11,809)

Long-running zoo with diverse animals

Established in the 1870s, India's oldest zoo is a popular attraction & has 100+ species of animals.
Ghum Monastery

(58)

Tibetan Buddhist monastery built in 1875

Elevated 19th-century Tibetan Buddhist monastery featuring a 15-ft. Buddha statue & sacred texts.
Digha Beach

(1,282)

Beach
Millennium Park

(6,207)

Waterfront garden park with rides

Scenic shoreline park with balustrades overlooking the water, landscaped gardens & amusement rides.
Chapramari Wildlife Sanctuary

(408)

Safari, gaur, wilderness, and elephant

Chapramari Wildlife Sanctuary is close to the Gorumara National Park. Chapramari is about 30 kilometres from Chalsa and Lataguri in northern West Bengal, India. The total coverage of the forest is 960 hectares.
Aquatica

(4,832)

Water park & resort with nightlife

Popular water park with lodging, restaurants, many slides & pools & nightlife events.
Shaheed Minar, Kolkata

(641)

Colonial pillar & independence memorial

British colonial monument rededicated in 1969 to martyrs who fought for Indian independence.
Buxa Tiger Reserve

(171)

Jungle reserve with tigers & elephants

Spacious jungle park featuring a range of wildlife, including tigers, elephants, bison & civets.
Writers' Building

(223)

Former East India Company headquarters

British East India Company headquarters designed in 1777, now West Bengal state government offices.
Mandarmani Beach

(483)

Beach
Birla Mandir, Kolkata

(1,339)

Monumental temple with interior statues

Monumental marble Hindu temple built between 1970 & 1996, with Krishna, Radha, Shiva & Durga idols.
Babughat

(2,101)

River

Babughat, Baje Kadamtala Ghat, Baboo Raj Chandra Ghat is one of the many ghats built during British Raj, along the river bank of Hooghly on its bank on Strand Road at Kolkata side. The ghat has
Jorasanko Thakur Bari

(692)

Architecture

Jorasanko Thakur Bari in Jorasanko, north of Kolkata, West Bengal, India, is the ancestral home of the Tagore family. It is currently located on the Rabindra Bharati University campus at 6/4
Rabindra Sarobar

(449)

Lake

Rabindra Sarobar is an artificial lake in south Kolkata in the Indian state of West Bengal. The name also refers to the area surrounding the lake. It is flanked by Southern Avenue to the North
Birla Industrial & Technological Museum

(1,752)

Exhibits & programs exploring science

Museum housed in a historic building with exhibits & demonstrations devoted to science & technology.
Raj Bhavan

(257)

Architecture, monument, and palace

Raj Bhavan is the official residence of the Governor of West Bengal, located in the capital city Kolkata. Built in 1803, it was known as Government House before the independence of India. After
Nakhoda Masjid

(737)

Enormous, ornate mosque built in 1926

Ornate mosque built in 1926, the largest in Kolkata with space for around 10,000 worshippers.
Mother's Wax Museum

(1,704)

Wax figures of Indian & Western celebs

Museum featuring wax replicas of Indian & Western actors, athletes & fictional characters.
St. John's Church, Kolkata

(229)

Historic church with artwork & memorials

1787 church with blue-grey marble floors, stained glass & other art, plus memorials on the grounds.
Japanese Buddhist Temple

(345)

Japanese temple & pagoda with views

Traditional Japanese-style Buddhist temple & multi-level pagoda offering commanding mountain views.
Coronation Bridge

(609)

The Coronation Bridge, also known as the Sevoke Bridge, in Darjeeling district of West Bengal, India, spans across the Teesta River, connecting the districts of Darjeeling and Jalpaiguri. National
Bandel Church

(1,217)

One of region's oldest Catholic churches

Built in 1599 by Portuguese settlers, this iconic Catholic church is one of Calcutta's oldest.
Rabindra Sadan

(1,240)

Auditorium and theatre

Rabindra Sadan is a cultural centre and theatre in Kolkata, located near the Nandan cinema and cultural complex and the Academy of Fine Arts on AJC Bose Road in South Kolkata.