Luxury West Bengal will entice you
The area's museums and temples are just some of the reasons to come on holiday to West Bengal. Renowned for its shopping, cafes and university setting, this city welcomes all visitors. If you're looking for accommodation options with space to entertain friends and family, HomeAway has plenty of options to choose from. Many rental homes offer full kitchens and laundry facilities, perfect for big groups.
Sightseeing in and around West Bengal
Are you hoping to find attractions to visit in the city? Venture out of your holiday home and check out everything that makes West Bengal a fun place to get away to. Here are some of the top attractions to see, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Alipore Zoo (3.2 mi / 5.1 km)
- Nicco Park (3.7 mi / 6 km)
- Aquatica Water Park (8.9 mi / 14.4 km)
- The Strand (19.7 mi / 31.7 km)
- Vidyasagar Smriti Mandir (0.8 mi / 1.3 km)
- Agni Mandir (0.9 mi / 1.4 km)
Exploring the natural landscape of West Bengal
Whether you're looking for exciting outdoor activities or just want to take in the scenery, West Bengal is a great place to get outside. Here are a few of the area's most stunning sights, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Botanical Gardens (4.7 mi / 7.6 km)
- Santragachi Jheel (5.1 mi / 8.2 km)
- New Town Eco Park (7 mi / 11.3 km)
- Henry's Island (8.5 mi / 13.6 km)
- Milennium Park (1.2 mi / 1.9 km)
- Maidan (1.8 mi / 2.9 km)
How to get to and around West Bengal
The nearest airport is in Kolkata (CCU-Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose Intl.), located 6.8 mi (10.9 km) from the city centre.
If you prefer to travel by train, Sealdah Station, Rajabazar Station and Howrah Bridge Station are the main stations in the area. You can get around West Bengal by jumping on the metro at Central Station, Mahatma Gandhi Road Station or Chandni Chowk Station.