Rishra Travel Guide

Kolkata

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Kolkata featuring a garden, a city and night scenes

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 Town Eco Park
New Market showing a city, heritage architecture and markets

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.

New Market
Dakshineswar Kali Temple showing religious elements and a temple or place of worship

Dakshineswar Kali Temple

Admire architectural beauty and see important religious icons at this sacred temple complex on the banks of the Hooghly River.

Dakshineswar Kali Temple
Victoria Memorial showing a park, a memorial and heritage architecture

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.

Victoria Memorial
Howrah Bridge which includes a river or creek and a bridge

Howrah Bridge

Set foot on or glide under a famous Kolkata landmark, a colossal engineering feat that’s inspired many movie-makers.

Howrah Bridge
Nicco Park showing rides, a water park and a park

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.

Nicco Park

Things to do

Taj Mahal, Agra

1-Day Trip to The Taj Mahal and Agra with Both side Commercial Flights

฿22,519
per adult
1-Day Trip to The Taj Mahal and Agra with Both side Commercial Flights
Kolkata: Private Tour of City of Joy with Licensed Guide

Kolkata: Private Tour of City of Joy with Licensed Guide

฿3,009
per adult
Kolkata: Private Tour of City of Joy with Licensed Guide
Make a positive impact

Kolkata Slum Walking Tour

฿1,315
per adult
Kolkata Slum Walking Tour
Private Full Day Sightseeing Tour of Kolkata

Private Full Day Sightseeing Tour of Kolkata

฿4,106
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Private Full Day Sightseeing Tour of Kolkata
Flower Market - A sea of Orange.

Kolkata - Sounds and Sights - Private Full Day City Tour

฿5,452
per adult
Kolkata - Sounds and Sights - Private Full Day City Tour
Rajbari

Day trip from Kolkata for a Slice of Europe

฿6,255
per adult
Day trip from Kolkata for a Slice of Europe
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Top hotels in Rishra

ITC Royal Bengal, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Kolkata

ITC Royal Bengal, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Kolkata

5 out of 5
1 JBS Haldane Avenue, Kolkata, West Bengal
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿3,800 per night from 30 Sept to 1 Oct
฿3,800
฿4,484 total
30 Sept - 1 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Kolkata. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (266 reviews)
"Amazing gym and pool. The amenities were amazing and so were the staff. Can’t wait to visit again!!"

Reviewed on 20 Sept 2025

ITC Royal Bengal, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Kolkata
YMCA Seacom Inn

YMCA Seacom Inn

3 out of 5
YMCA BUILDING, 25, J.L.NEHRU ROAD, Kolkata, West Bengal
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Kolkata. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 24-hour room service and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions New Market and Indian ...
"Poor maintenance, Inside the room is OK but outside is dirty and dusty. Poor bathroom condition."

Reviewed on 3 Dec 2019

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YMCA Seacom Inn
Fairfield by Marriott Kolkata

Fairfield by Marriott Kolkata

4 out of 5
CB 218 Action Area 1C New Town, Barasat, West Bengal
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿1,556 per night from 30 Sept to 1 Oct
฿1,556
฿1,634 total
30 Sept - 1 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Barasat. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (149 reviews)
"We had a great experience with Fairfield Marriot Kolkata and loved the breakfast selections and enjoyed time in the pool. The service was great and accommodating to our group."

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2025

Fairfield by Marriott Kolkata
Novotel Kolkata Hotel & Residences Hotel

Novotel Kolkata Hotel & Residences Hotel

5 out of 5
CF Block(Newtown), Action Area 1C, Rajarhat, New Town, Barasat, West Bengal
The price is ฿2,083 per night from 26 Sept to 27 Sept
฿2,083
฿2,187 total
26 Sept - 27 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Barasat. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (246 reviews)
"Family friendly"

Reviewed on 13 Sept 2025

Novotel Kolkata Hotel & Residences Hotel
The Westin Kolkata Rajarhat

The Westin Kolkata Rajarhat

5 out of 5
Plot No CBD 2 Action Area II New Town, Rajarhat Opp Eco Park Gate 1 1st Av, Barasat, West Bengal
The price is ฿2,154 per night from 26 Sept to 27 Sept
฿2,154
฿2,542 total
26 Sept - 27 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Barasat. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free valet parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (168 reviews)
"Room facilities and ambience unparalleled, food options many and very palatable, wayyyy better than Hyatt or Taj city center"

Reviewed on 23 Aug 2025

The Westin Kolkata Rajarhat
Hyatt Regency Kolkata

Hyatt Regency Kolkata

5 out of 5
JA 1, Sector 3, Bidhannagar, West Bengal
The price is ฿2,514 per night from 6 Oct to 7 Oct
฿2,514
฿2,640 total
6 Oct - 7 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Bidhannagar. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (467 reviews)
"Stayed for 5 nights. Excellent service. Will definitely come back, if I ever need a hotel in this area."

Reviewed on 23 Sept 2025

Hyatt Regency Kolkata
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Other neighbourhoods around Rishra

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Barrackpore

While Barrackpore isn't home to many top sights, Aquatica Water Park and Acharya Jagadish Chandra Bose Indian Botanic Garden are some notable places to visit nearby.

Barrackpore
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Dum Dum

2.5/5(3 area reviews)

Restaurants and historical sites are just a few things travellers like about Dum Dum. A stop by Acharya Bhavan is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.

Dum Dum
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Chinar Park

4/5(1 area review)

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.

Chinar Park
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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.

Rajarhat
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Bara Bazar

Travellers like the monuments in Bara Bazar, and Nakhoda Masjid is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Bara Bazar
Nicco Park showing a lake or waterhole, boating and a park

Salt Lake

Discover Salt Lake, memorable for its lake views. Popular attractions in Salt Lake include Salt Lake City Centre Mall and Nicco Park, and you can see more of the area by hopping on the metro at Bengal Chemical Station.

Salt Lake

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