42 days in Kolkata (Calcutta) Itinerary

Nestled on the banks of the Hooghly River, Kolkata is a booming metropolis, India's second largest city, and the country's cultural hub, known for being the birthplace of major artistic and literary movements.

Head to Park Street and Sunshinefor some retail therapy. Museum-lovers will appreciate Victoria Memorial Hall and Birla Industrial & Technological Museum. Get out of town with these interesting Kolkata (Calcutta) side-trips: Bishnupur (Keibul Lamjao National Park, Sarbamangala Temple, & more), Hooghly (Antpur Radhagovindjiu Temple, Chandannagar Museum, & more) and Chandannagar (Sacred Heart Church, KMDA Park (Wonderland Park), & more). Pack the 20th (Thu) with family-friendly diversions at Nicco Parks & Resorts Limited. There's lots more to do: explore the activities along Rabindra Sarovar, make a trip to Mother House, take in the views from Howrah Bridge, and take in the spiritual surroundings of Dakshineswar Kali Temple.

To see ratings, other places to visit, where to stay, and more tourist information, you can read our Kolkata (Calcutta) day trip planner .

Expect a daytime high around 39°C in September, and nighttime lows around 30°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 24th (Wed) early enough to travel back home.