3 Days Itinerary in Kolkāta, India - Travel Guide

Days	Description
1	Day 1 - Unraveling the Heritage
2	Day 2 - Cultural Kaleidoscope
3	Day 3 - Offbeat Extravaganza

Introduction

Woven around its captivating colonial architecture, enticing eateries, and welcoming locals, our 3-day wanderlust guide to Kolkāta is designed to indulge you in the fervor of this pulsating city's historic heart and modern hustle. A city often likened to a grand aging damsel, Kolkāta always holds an old-world charm blended with a vibrant cosmopolitan culture. Let's get set to explore this colorful city in all its glory!

Day 1 - Unraveling the Heritage

Starting the day at the iconic Howrah Bridge, soak in the breathtaking view of the city awakening, and marvel at the engineering wonder. Next, head to the historical Indian Museum, home to rare collections of antiques, fossils, armors, and paintings. Ready for lunch? Head to Park Street to indulge in authentic Bengali cuisine. Re-fueled, stride to the majestic Victoria Memorial, a museum showcasing the city's colonial past. As the day settles, let's march to bustling New Market, for a dose of retail therapy. Finish day one savoring an exquisite Bengali dinner at one of the old city's charming eateries. Do you like trying new foods? Then you'll love the diversity offered by Kolkāta's cuisine!

Day 2 - Cultural Kaleidoscope

In the morning, explore the holy Kalighat Kali Temple, to seek divine serenity. Post this spiritual journey, we will amble towards Jorasanko Thakur Bari - the ancestral home of the Nobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore. As the afternoon sun shines, explore Marble Palace, a 19th-century mansion housing numerous sculptures, paintings, and Victorian furniture. Our next rendezvous? The bustling streets of Chinatown, showcasing another facet of Kolkāta’s multicultural persona. As dusk falls, sit aboard a ferry on Hoogly River, capturing the splendid skyline with the colorfully lit Howrah Bridge. Got a creative soul? Then, you'd truly appreciate the confluence of art, literature, and spirituality in Kolkāta!

Day 3 - Offbeat Extravaganza

Kick start your day at the South Park Street Cemetery and marvel at the Gothic and Indo-Saracenic architecture of this historical landmark. Next, head to the colorful Mullik Ghat flower market, Asia's largest flower market, to witness the hustle-bustle. It's a perfect setting for vibrant photography! A dewy afternoon would be well spent at the Prinsep Ghat, sitting by the river, watching the world go by. Later, adventure yourself to College Street, a paradise for book lovers. As the day ends, wind up your trip with a delightful tram ride through the city, witnessing its colonial charm. Fancy going off the beaten path? Kolkāta has a trove of lesser-known gems ready to surprise you!