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Kolkata 3-Day Itinerary (2 Nights)

A 3-day route through Kolkata grouped by daily travel distance for optimal sightseeing.

Distances are straight-line, so actual transit times will differ. Feel free to reorder the stops. · Updated August 15, 2026

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DAY 1

Around Victoria Memorial · Museums & galleries·Temples & religious sites

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  1. Morning
    Victoria Memorial

    Museums & galleries

    The Victoria Memorial is a marble monument in Kolkata's Maidan park, built between 1906 and 1921 during British colonial rule. It was erected to honor Queen Victoria, who once ruled over India.

  2. After lunch
    St. Paul's Cathedral

    Temples & religious sites · 0.4 km from the previous stop

    Completed in 1847, St. Paul's Cathedral is Kolkata's Anglican cathedral, notable for its Gothic-style architecture. As Asia's first Anglican cathedral and the largest church in Kolkata, it's well worth a visit.

  3. Afternoon
    Maidan

    Parks & gardens · 0.8 km from the previous stop

    Maidan is a vast green park in the heart of Kolkata, combining sprawling lawns, playgrounds, and spaces for performances and events. It's a great spot for a relaxed stroll or a break from the city bustle.

  4. Evening
    Alipore Zoological Gardens

    Zoos & aquariums · 2.3 km from the previous stop

    Opened in 1876, this is India's oldest zoo and one of Kolkata's leading tourist attractions. It's especially famous for Adwaita, an Aldabra giant tortoise said to have lived more than 250 years.

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DAY 2

Around Howrah Bridge · Views & landmarks·Temples & religious sites

Directions in Google Maps
  1. Morning
    Howrah Bridge

    Views & landmarks

    Howrah Bridge is a steel bridge spanning the Hooghly River in Kolkata, opened in 1943. It remains an iconic city landmark, still bustling with people crossing it every day.

  2. After lunch
    Armenian Church of the Holy Nazareth

    Temples & religious sites · 0.8 km from the previous stop

    An Armenian Apostolic church in Kolkata, first built in 1688 and rebuilt in 1724 on the site of an old cemetery. It has long served as the center of the Armenian diocese for India and the Far East.

  3. Afternoon
    Cathedral of the Most Holy Rosary

    Temples & religious sites · 0.2 km from the previous stop

    A Roman Catholic cathedral built in 1799, long serving as a center of faith in Kolkata's Burrabazar area. It is also known locally as Murgihatta Church.

  4. Evening
    Jorasanko Thakur Bari

    Castles & palaces · 1 km from the previous stop

    Jorasanko Thakur Bari is the ancestral Tagore family mansion where the poet Rabindranath Tagore was born. Built in traditional Bengali architectural style, it now also serves as part of the Rabindra Bharati University campus.

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DAY 3

Around Indian Museum · Museums & galleries·Heritage & monuments

Directions in Google Maps
  1. Morning
    Indian Museum

    Museums & galleries

    The Indian Museum in Kolkata, opened in 1814, is one of India's oldest and most storied museums. Its rich collection of artifacts and sculptures gathered from across the country offers a broad look at Indian history and art.

  2. After lunch
    Shaheed Minar

    Heritage & monuments · 0.6 km from the previous stop

    Shaheed Minar is a monument in Kolkata, erected in 1828 to honor General Ochterlony. Rising tall at the heart of the city, it stands as a landmark steeped in history.

  3. Afternoon
    Tipu Sultan Mosque

    Temples & religious sites · 0.4 km from the previous stop

    This mosque on Dharmatala Street in Kolkata is named after Tipu Sultan, the ruler of Mysore. Its distinctive architecture and cultural heritage make it worth exploring.

  4. Evening
    Lok Bhavan

    Castles & palaces · 0.5 km from the previous stop

    Lok Bhavan is the official residence of the Governor of West Bengal in Kolkata, a building steeped in history. Its stately facade makes it a rewarding sight to admire up close while strolling through the city.

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Around Victoria Memorial, the anchor of day one. Staying here keeps your first day's travel shortest.

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