Fort William Tours

You might be free to visit today, but Fort William wasn't always so welcoming! Discover the story behind this stronghold and exactly what it was designed to defend.

Fort William is an ideal place to begin discovering Kolkata. This history-filled fortress is recommended by fellow travelers, but it isn't the only thing to do here. Set aside time for other sights like Victoria Memorial, Eden Gardens, and Salt Lake Stadium to fully appreciate what the area has to offer.

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Vidyasagar Setu

5/5(1 review)

After visiting Vidyasagar Setu, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Kolkata. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the monuments in this culturally rich area.

Vidyasagar Setu
Maidan featuring a city, railway items and street scenes

Maidan

4.5/5(4 reviews)

Visit the largest urban park in Kolkata where you can take part in outdoor activities, relax with a picnic, watch horse racing or learn about the stars.

Maidan
Victoria Memorial which includes heritage architecture, a garden and a memorial

Victoria Memorial

4.5/5(45 reviews)

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

Princep Ghat

Explore the great outdoors at Princep Ghat, a lovely green space in Kolkata. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the monuments in this culturally rich area.

Princep Ghat

Pat Williamson Polo Grounds

Catch an event at Pat Williamson Polo Grounds during your trip to Kolkata. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the monuments in this culturally rich area.

Pat Williamson Polo Grounds

East Bengal Ground

Enjoy a stop at East Bengal Ground, an entertaining place to visit in Kolkata. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the monuments in this culturally rich area.

East Bengal Ground

Best Lodging Options Near Fort William

YMCA Seacom Inn

YMCA Seacom Inn

3 out of 5
YMCA BUILDING, 25, J.L.NEHRU ROAD, Kolkata, West Bengal
YMCA Seacom Inn
Taj Bengal

Taj Bengal

5 out of 5
34 B Belvedere Road Alipore, Kolkata, West Bengal
Taj Bengal
Peerless Hotel Kolkata

Peerless Hotel Kolkata

4 out of 5
12 Jawaharlal Nehru Road, Kolkata, West Bengal
Peerless Hotel Kolkata
Kenilworth Hotel, Kolkata

Kenilworth Hotel, Kolkata

4 out of 5
1 & 2 Little Russel Street, Kolkata, West Bengal
Kenilworth Hotel, Kolkata
The Elgin Fairlawn Kolkata

The Elgin Fairlawn Kolkata

4 out of 5
13/A Sudder St, Kolkata, west bengal
The Elgin Fairlawn Kolkata
Park Suites

Park Suites

3 out of 5
18A Park St 31, Stephen Court, Kolkata, WB
Park Suites
The Aster Heritage

The Aster Heritage

4 out of 5
18A Mother Teresa Sarani, Stephen Court Lift No 3, Kolkata, WB
The Aster Heritage
The Park Kolkata

The Park Kolkata

5 out of 5
17 Park Street, Kolkata, West Bengal
The Park Kolkata
Golden Parkk

Golden Parkk

3 out of 5
13 Ho Chi Minh Sarani, Kolkata, West Bengal
Golden Parkk
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