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Hello Calcutta Walk Tour: Experience the Soul of the City.
Discover the "City of Joy" through an intimate, 4-hour journey (max 6 people) that captures the true essence of Kolkata. This isn't just a tour; it’s a deep dive into the city's history, art, and daily rhythm.
The Experience:
Colonial Grandeur: Explore Dalhousie Square, home to the GPO, Writers' Building, and St. John’s Church.
Sensory Magic: Experience the vibrant Mullick Ghat Flower Market and walk the iconic Howrah Bridge, India’s busiest engineering marvel.
Art & Culture: Take a ferry to Kumartuli (Potters quarter) to watch artisans transform clay into divine idols.
Intellectual Heart: Wander the world-famous College Street book market and sip Coffee at the legendary Indian Coffee House.
Why It’s Special:
Move like a local using yellow taxis, auto-rickshaws (Tuk-Tuk), and ferries. With a small group, you get a personalized, authentic look at Kolkata’s soul—from its British past to its artistic future.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
We will meet in the front gate of Hotel Lalit Great Eastern.
Tour ends at College Street Book Market
Itinerary
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1Dalhousie Square
Popularly known as Dalhousie Square, administrative district BBD Bagh has old-world charm. Grand, colonial-era landmarks include the Governor Palace, Calcutta High Court, St. John's Church, GPO, Town Hall, the Writers’ Building, and iconic Eden Gardens, one of the world’s largest cricket grounds.
1 hour • Admission ticket included -
2Malik Ghat Flower Market
You will visit the Mullik Ghat Flower Market, where you can experience the vibrant colors and fragrances of countless flowers. This is one of the largest flower markets in Asia and a photographer's delight.
30 minutes • Admission ticket included -
Howrah Bridge (Pass by)
Take a walk on the iconic Howrah Bridge, an engineering marvel and one of the busiest cantilever bridges in the world. Enjoy a 30 minute ferry ride on Hooghly River.
Admission ticket free -
3Kumartuli
Kumartoli, is a traditional potter's quarter in Northern Kolkata. Clay idols are manufactured here for various festival & also export them to other countries.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Indian Coffee House
Visit the iconic coffee house..
15 minutes • Admission ticket included -
5College Street (Boi Para)
College Street, also known as “Boi-Para” (Colony of Books), is a prominent center of Kolkata’s literary crowd. It is the largest second-hand book market in the world and largest book market in India. People from Kolkata and different parts of India gathers here for their books. The street is also dotted with countless very small book kiosks which sell new and old books. Closed on Sunday!
15 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Wear comfortable shoes and clothing suitable for walking and the weather.
- We will use public transportation during the tour, Taxi/Tuk Tuk/Bus/Metro Rail
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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