Explore the Religious Sites in Kolkata

7–8 hours Free cancellation Private tour

Nakhoda mosque — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Religious Sites Of Kolkata — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Kolkata, or Calcutta as the British called it, was the first capital of the British in India. Besides its colonial style buildings, this city also has a religious dimension. On this day- tour visit some of the religious sites of the Jain, Hindu, Christian and Muslim faiths and discover the spiritual heritage of this bustling city situated on the banks of the River Hooghly.

Highlights

Nakhoda mosque
Interiors of the Jain temple
Gothic architecture of St. Paul’s cathedral
Mother Teresa’s home
Kalighat temple

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At a glance

Duration: 7–8 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–8
Guide: English
Operated by: SITA World Tours

Ages: Infants (0–2 years) · Children (3–11 years) · Adults (12–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: 02 bottles of mineral water per person
Included: Local English speaking guide
Included: Transport by private air-conditioned vehicle
Included: Hotel pick-up and drop-off

Not included

Not included: Food or drink, unless specified
Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

Nakhoda Mosque

one hour

You will be picked up from your hotel in the morning and driven to the largest mosque in Kolkata, the Nakhoda Mosque. Built in 1926, this mosque can accommodate 10,000 devotees in its huge pillared hall.
Jain Swetamber Dadajika Temple

one hour

Next visit the beautiful Jain temple. The temple is famous for the glasswork of its interiors. The floral patterns of the marble floor, the wall paintings and exquisite chandeliers add to the beauty of this temple. The lamp inside the temple has been burning continuously since the inception of the temple in 1867.
Dakshineswar Kali Temple

one hour

Next on the itinerary is an equally old and beautiful Hindu temple, the Dakshineswar Kali Temple. Built in 1855, just 2 years before the Indian Mutiny of 1857, the temple is dedicated to the Hindu Goddess Kali. The temple also has 12 identical shrines dedicated to God Shiva.
St. Paul's Cathedral

one hour

The Anglican St. Paul’s Cathedral is the next stop of the day. The gothic architecture of this imposing church makes it a famous attraction of Kolkata. In 1847, this was the first cathedral to be built in the overseas territories of the British Empire.

After the morning excursion take lunch (own expense) at a local restaurant.
Stop 5

one hour

After lunch, visit the Missionaries of Charity at Mother House, the home that was founded in 1950 by Mother Teresa to take care of the sick and the destitute.
Dakshineswar Kali Temple

30 min

Last stop is the 200 year old Kalighat Temple located on the banks of the River Hooghly. The temple is dedicated to the Goddess Kali, the patron deity of Kolkata.

At the end of the tour you will be dropped back at your hotel.

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

Kolkata (Calcutta) Kolkata (Calcutta), India See on map

We will pick up traveler from their hotels / fixed point within city center.

End point

Kolkata (Calcutta) Kolkata (Calcutta), India See on map

We will pick up traveler from their hotels / fixed point within city center.

Pickup points

Capital O 45521 Hotel Rayna Inn
Treebo Trip Key On Express
Jo Rooms
OYO 16616 Springwoods Residency
OYO 72312 Hotel Utsav Plaza
OYO 63871 Pg Guest House
Hotel Geetanjali
FabHotel Kamala Inn
Super Collection O Jyotirindra Nandi
OYO 65236 Cyber City Inn
The Kei Inn & Suites
OYO Saga Guest House Near City Centre Salt Lake

and 458 more pickup points

We may pick up travelers from city center hotels / fixed point wiithin city limits. In case pick up is outside central points extra cost shall applicable subject to distance applicable.

Using your ticket

Hotel pickups commence approximately 30 - 60 minutes prior to this time, exact pickup time will be advised on reconfirmation.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Adult pricing applies to all travelers.
Not recommended for pregnant women and people with back problems.
Consider wearing comfortable clothes and walking shoes.
Victoria Memorial is closed on Mondays. Missionaries of Charity remains closed on Thursdays.
Children must be accompanied by an adult