Monuments in Kolkata
Explore the iconic monuments in Kolkata - from ancient structures to modern architectural marvels. Each monument tells a unique story of the city's rich history and cultural heritage.
Victoria Memorial
Marble Indo-Saracenic memorial to Queen Victoria - 25 galleries on Bengal history, gardens, fountains and a sound-and-light show.
Opening Hours
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Closed Mondays
Entry Fee
Rs 30 Indians, Rs 500 foreigners
Type
Monument
Best Time to Visit
Late afternoon to sunset
Nearest Metro
Maidanยท 10 min walk
Activities
Galleries, garden walk, light show
Howrah Bridge
Iconic cantilever bridge spanning the Hooghly - one of the world's busiest, best viewed from the Mullick Ghat flower market at sunrise.
Opening Hours
Open 24 hours
Entry Fee
Free; no photography from the bridge
Type
Monument
Best Time to Visit
Dawn
Nearest Metro
Howrahยท 5 min walk
Activities
Riverbank walk, flower market, photography from ghats
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Many monuments offer discounted entry for students - carry your ID
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Monuments in Kolkata
Explore the iconic monuments in Kolkata - from ancient structures to modern architectural marvels. Each monument tells a unique story of the city's rich history and cultural heritage.
Victoria Memorial
Marble Indo-Saracenic memorial to Queen Victoria - 25 galleries on Bengal history, gardens, fountains and a sound-and-light show.
Opening Hours
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Closed Mondays
Entry Fee
Rs 30 Indians, Rs 500 foreigners
Type
Monument
Best Time to Visit
Late afternoon to sunset
Nearest Metro
Maidanยท 10 min walk
Activities
Galleries, garden walk, light show
Howrah Bridge
Iconic cantilever bridge spanning the Hooghly - one of the world's busiest, best viewed from the Mullick Ghat flower market at sunrise.
Opening Hours
Open 24 hours
Entry Fee
Free; no photography from the bridge
Type
Monument
Best Time to Visit
Dawn
Nearest Metro
Howrahยท 5 min walk
Activities
Riverbank walk, flower market, photography from ghats
Showing 2 of 2 places
Quick Jump
Related Guides
By Month
๐ก Pro Tips
Visit early morning to avoid crowds and get the best photos
Many monuments offer discounted entry for students - carry your ID
Hire a local guide for deeper historical context