Salt Lake Travel Guide
Kolkata
Popular places to visit
Nicco Park
High-speed thrill rides, snow slides and a range of family attractions make this theme park one of Kolkata’s most exhilarating destinations.
Salt Lake Central Park
After visiting Salt Lake Central Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Bidhannagar. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the monuments in this culturally rich area.
New Town Eco Park
Known for its diverse ecological landscapes, man-made lake, children’s play area and musical fountain show, this ecological park is fun for all the family.
New Market
Hunt for bargains at one of Kolkata’s oldest markets, an indoor arcade with food, clothing and handicraft stalls that’s been serving the city for over 135 years.
Dakshineswar Kali Temple
Admire architectural beauty and see important religious icons at this sacred temple complex on the banks of the Hooghly River.
Victoria Memorial
See photographs and paintings charting Kolkata’s history at this marble palace dedicated to England’s Queen Victoria, the former Empress of India.
Things to do
Culinary Experience in an Authentic Bengali House
Kolkata - A Sea of Faces and A Thousand Places (local guide)
Private Full Day Sightseeing Tour of Kolkata
1-Day Trip to The Taj Mahal and Agra with Both side Commercial Flights
Top hotels in Salt Lake
Hyatt Regency Kolkata
Reviewed on 16 Aug 2025
Hotel Gallery 67
Reviewed on 15 Jun 2025
The Sonnet
Reviewed on 9 May 2025
Visitel - A Boutique Hotel
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2019
Urvi Banquets & Guest House
ITC Royal Bengal, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Kolkata
Reviewed on 23 Jul 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Salt Lake
Chinar Park
While Chinar Park may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like City Centre 2 and New Town Eco Park.
Sealdah
While you're in Sealdah, take in top sights like Thanthania Kalibari and jump on the metro at Chandni Chowk Station to see more of the city.
Rajarhat
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Rajarhat and surrounding area, you can visit City Centre 2 and Eco Urban Village.
Bara Bazar
Travellers like the monuments in Bara Bazar, and Nakhoda Masjid is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Taltala
While you're in Taltala, take in top sights like Sudder Street and jump on the metro at Esplanade Station to see more of the city.
Dharmatala
While you're in Dharmatala, take in top sights like New Market and jump on the metro at Esplanade Station to see more of the city.