Title: Visit Esplanade: 2026 Esplanade, Kolkata Travel Guide | Expedia.com [Hotels in Esplanade](https://expedia.com/Esplanade-Kolkata-Hotels.0-n553248635976007978-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Kolkata](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Kolkata.d178244.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Kolkata](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Kolkata.d178244.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Car Rentals in Esplanade](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Esplanade.d553248635976007978.Car-Rental-Guide)[Esplanade Vacations](https://expedia.com/Esplanade.d553248635976007978.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Esplanade ## Kolkata ![Classic colonial architecture - The Writers building at Dalhousie area Kolkata. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976007978/a02ad70a-98b0-42ca-993f-149d1137376a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Classic colonial architecture - The Writers building at Dalhousie area Kolkata. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976007978/a02ad70a-98b0-42ca-993f-149d1137376a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Built by Prince Ghulam Mohammed in memory of his father Tipu Sultan, the ruler of Mysore, Tipu Sultan Mosque is a landmark absolutely at the center of the #kolkata #Hometown ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/792/b4bfc386-7a39-4135-becb-a18b1660b458.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Restored to its old glory. Town Hall Kolkata. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/792/4d0df76e-0d85-42d9-9e0a-c1a46ba5dfe1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Long before Departmental Stores were as popular, this building at the very centre of #kolkata was the Whiteway Laidlaw department store built in 1905. It is now known as Metropolitan building post Metropolitan Life Insurance Co taking over it Post India’s independence. #Hometown](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/792/ea37c81f-8319-4e8c-b50e-804f42fa7297.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Esplanade Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Kolkata Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Kolkata.dx178244) --- ### Popular places to visit ![New Market showing street scenes, a city and markets](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6106920/53add51f-0ef7-4543-ae25-b32e7b14ada7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.com/New-Market-Dharmatala.d6106920.Vacation-Attraction) ![Dakshineswar Kali Temple featuring a temple or place of worship and religious elements](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6106970/e03024d7-fe66-4dc1-8583-1ea0ae22715b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Dakshineswar Kali Temple Admire architectural beauty and see important religious icons at this sacred temple complex on the banks of the Hooghly River. [](https://expedia.com/Dakshineswar-Kali-Temple-Dakshineswar.d6106970.Vacation-Attraction) ![Kolkata featuring a garden, a city and night scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532740554/13209bb2-9e24-4e4c-8d71-e8fb353ec815.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.com/New-Town-Eco-Park-Kolkata.d553248621532740554.Vacation-Attraction) ![Victoria Memorial which includes heritage architecture, a garden and a memorial](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6106912/51ffe8c4-4bfd-4e5f-800d-1e8ff23a08d5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Victoria-Memorial-Kolkata.d6106912.Vacation-Attraction) ![Biswa Bangla Mela Prangan Exhibition Centre, Kolkata, India](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976628326/bc9187d8-15d5-4332-8441-53b5e61973a5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Biswa Bangla Convention Centre Learn about the events happening at Biswa Bangla Convention Centre during your trip to Barasat. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Biswa-Bangla-Convention-Centre-New-Town.d553248635976628326.Vacation-Attraction) ![Views from the ferry!#BelurMathToDakshineshwar #waterlust #WestBengal #IncredibleIndia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/178950/da7aa8e1-894d-4074-9465-41f4792a13f9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Belur Math Find out about the history of Howrah with a stop at Belur Math. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the monuments in this culturally rich area. [](https://expedia.com/Belur-Math-Kolkata.d6106976.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![ 2-Day Tour to The Taj Mahal, Agra from Kolkata with Both Side Commercial Flight](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2080865/633ac933-44bf-481f-a243-02d950675958.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 2-Day Tour to The Taj Mahal, Agra from Kolkata with Both Side Commercial Flight $580 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/2-day-tour-to-the-taj-mahal.a2080865.activity-details) ![2 days private tour of kolkata city and Bishnupur by car](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47909630/55ab7238-7d93-4a47-a20f-8e1c4f659566.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 2 days private tour of kolkata city and Bishnupur by car $541 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/2-days-private-tour-of-kolkata-city-and-bishnupur-by-car.a47909630.activity-details) ![Kolkata 2 Day Private Tour with Guide and Car](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47745248/a455c272-0360-4371-8626-ef9a7cae2f28.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kolkata 2 Day Private Tour with Guide and Car $342 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/kolkata-2-day-private-tour-with-guide-and-car.a47745248.activity-details) ![Flower Market - A sea of Orange.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3078572/6e8bcf15-6fb0-4f0c-a594-a08870280847.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kolkata - Sounds and Sights - Private Full Day City Tour $164 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/kolkata-sounds-and-sights-private-full-day-city-tour.a3078572.activity-details) ![Private Full Day Sightseeing Tour of Kolkata](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2150298/f735dc9b-02f5-4450-a50e-f6d9ccb86933.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Private Full Day Sightseeing Tour of Kolkata $128 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/private-full-day-sightseeing-tour-of-kolkata.a2150298.activity-details) ![Explore Kolkata- Private Full Day Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2155398/7290cd8e-136a-44d8-b2d1-56289b1940e4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Explore Kolkata- Private Tour with Lunch $159 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/explore-kolkata-private-tour-with-lunch.a2155398.activity-details) [See all activities in Kolkata](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Kolkata.d178244.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Esplanade Hotel Deals ![Peerless Hotel Kolkata](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1070000/1066400/1066383/5f690430_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Peerless Hotel Kolkata 12 Jawaharlal Nehru Road Kolkata West Bengal $71 nightly $75 total Mar 2 - Mar 3 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kolkata. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions New Market and Metropolitan Building ... 7.2/10 Good! (303 reviews) Everything was good as expected of 4 star hotel. Property was spacious and clean. Food was OK. All the staff were polite and helpful apart from some staff at the restaurant who were in their own world rather than looking after the guests. I needed to draw attention of the staff many times for my ... Reviewed on Jan 25, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F2%2F2026&endDate=3%2F3%2F2026&selected=1066383&PinnedHotelID=1066383&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976007978) ![Polo Floatel Kolkata](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1850000/1845100/1845042/b209c45c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Polo Floatel Kolkata 9/10 Kolkatta Jetty Stand Road Kolkata West Bengal $46 nightly $49 total Feb 16 - Feb 17 Total with taxes and fees Stay at this hotel in Kolkata. Enjoy free parking, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions New Market and Dakshineswar Kali Temple ... 6.8/10 (76 reviews) Staff are courteous the views are amazing. The food is gourmet. The breakfast is delightful. I really enjoyed it. Reviewed on Jan 15, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2%2F16%2F2026&endDate=2%2F17%2F2026&selected=1845042&PinnedHotelID=1845042&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976007978) ![ITC Royal Bengal, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Kolkata](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37600000/37590700/37590630/fc8b5bc0_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### ITC Royal Bengal, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Kolkata 1 JBS Haldane Avenue Kolkata West Bengal $132 nightly $156 total Mar 6 - Mar 7 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Kolkata. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (305 reviews) Excellent room and facilities Reviewed on Feb 7, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F6%2F2026&endDate=3%2F7%2F2026&selected=37590630&PinnedHotelID=37590630&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976007978) ![Fairfield by Marriott Kolkata](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44400000/44399100/44399005/ef93ce3b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Fairfield by Marriott Kolkata CB 218 Action Area 1C New Town Barasat West Bengal $61 nightly $64 total Feb 16 - Feb 17 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Barasat. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (164 reviews) My family liked the hotel. Reviewed on Jan 29, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2%2F16%2F2026&endDate=2%2F17%2F2026&selected=44399005&PinnedHotelID=44399005&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976007978) ![The Westin Kolkata Rajarhat](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16720000/16714900/16714839/15d78d2d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Westin Kolkata Rajarhat Plot No CBD 2 Action Area II New Town Barasat West Bengal $93 nightly $110 total Feb 20 - Feb 21 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Barasat. Enjoy free WiFi, free valet parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (181 reviews) Good staff, excellent room, clean, great views, everything worked. Reviewed on Nov 24, 2025 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2%2F20%2F2026&endDate=2%2F21%2F2026&selected=16714839&PinnedHotelID=16714839&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976007978) ![JW Marriott Hotel Kolkata](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16480000/16474800/16474794/7e51e760_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### JW Marriott Hotel Kolkata 4A, J.B.S. Haldane Avenue Kolkata West Bengal $138 nightly $163 total Mar 5 - Mar 6 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Kolkata. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the room service ... 9/10 Wonderful! (283 reviews) Attentive staff were everywhere, service was excellent, food wonderful, room very good….an all round great experience…..thoroughly recommend this hotel. 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It is now known as Metropolitan building post Metropolitan Life Insurance Co taking over it Post India’s independence. #Hometown](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/792/ea37c81f-8319-4e8c-b50e-804f42fa7297.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Dharmatala 3.5/5(32 area reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.com/Kolkata-Dharmatala.dx553248635974587237) ![Long before Departmental Stores were as popular, this building at the very centre of #kolkata was the Whiteway Laidlaw department store built in 1905. It is now known as Metropolitan building post Metropolitan Life Insurance Co taking over it Post India’s independence. #Hometown](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/792/ea37c81f-8319-4e8c-b50e-804f42fa7297.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Taltala 3/5(1 area review) 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. [](https://expedia.com/Kolkata-Taltala.dx553248635976007257) ![Commonly known as the Portugese Church, The Cathedral of the most Holy Rosary was founded in 1799. The interior contains beautiful sculptures including 14 Stations of the Cross. Behind the altar, there are the figures of Madonna and Child. #Hometown](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/792/dc4ec5e9-837f-4f08-b7a9-7ad7e2a9c7c2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Bara Bazar Travelers like the monuments in Bara Bazar, and Nakhoda Masjid is a top attraction you might want to visit. [](https://expedia.com/Kolkata-Bara-Bazar.dx178974) ![Park Street,Kolkata, India - 12th November 2020 : Park street Camac Street crossing is decorated with diwali lights for Diwali or deepabali. It is the festival of light, good over darkness, evil.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248633981712686/40ccfdba-c291-4228-9794-bfa88b6f9b44.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Park Street 3.5/5(27 area reviews) Visitors often come to Park Street for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Camac Street and Park Street Cemetery. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you catch a ride at Park Street Station. [](https://expedia.com/Kolkata-Park-Street.dx553248633981712686) ![Victoria memorial in kolkata ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635974587140/48e91d96-71b6-47cf-89b6-fa71bee70ab6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Bhowanipore 3.5/5(3 area reviews) If you're spending time in Bhowanipore, check out sights like Forum Shopping Mall or Camac Street and hop on the metro to see more the city at Rabindra Sadan Station or Netaji Bhavan Station. [](https://expedia.com/Kolkata-Bhowanipore.dx553248635974587140) ![Cabins has been a long standing part of #Kolkata food culture. It not only provided seclusion to lovers to spend a while together curtained away from world, but also, in an era, when eating out in public was a taboo for women, they provided for private dining for women. And the fastest moving items in these cabins used to be Moghlai Paratha - paratha folded and fried with egg served with a dry potato curry and salad #GoodEats](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/792/fcc33fcf-63dd-4679-a44b-9f3ad195d35d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Shyambazar When in Shyambazar and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Nakhoda Masjid or Calcutta Stock Exchange and hop on the metro to see more the city at Shobhabazar Sutanuti Station or Girish Park Station. 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