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
Private Full Day Sightseeing Tour of Kolkata
Kolkata - Sounds and Sights - Private Full Day City Tour
Private Tour Places of Worship in Kolkata including Mother House
Top hotels in Salt Lake
Hyatt Regency Kolkata
It was very clean and rooms were spacious
Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025
The Sonnet
Nice stay Not a great area but close to airport
Reviewed on 9 May 2025
Monotel Luxury Business Hotel
Very poor staff and services. Rooms are small, with poor quality amenities, dirty towels, and stained and dirty bedsheets. Breakfast was below average with equally poor service by the staff. Not at all a 4-star hotel. Not recommended.
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2022
Hotel Gallery 67
Neat and clean boutique hotel.good services
Reviewed on 15 Jun 2025
ITC Royal Bengal, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Kolkata
Great hotel incredible food options
Reviewed on 29 Oct 2025
Holiday Inn Express Kolkata Airport by IHG
Reviewed on 9 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Salt Lake
Tangra
Visitors to Tangra enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Milan Mela is worth a stop.
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.
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.
Baranagar
While Baranagar isn't home to many top sights, Belur Math and Ratan Babu Ghat are some notable places to visit nearby.
