Ghats Of Kolkata Walking Tour Package
The Hooghly River, a sacred tributary of the Ganges, is deeply intertwined with the history and soul of Kolkata, the City of Joy. Revered spiritually and valued strategically, the river has long played a vital role in the region’s commerce and defense, drawing the attention of empires like the Mughals, Portuguese, and British. Along its banks lie the historic Ghats of Kolkata, Kolkata walking tours—stepped riverfronts that have served as centers for daily life, spiritual rituals, and cultural exchange for centuries. we offer Ghat’s Of Kolkata Heritage Walking Tours / guided city walks Kolkata.
the significance of various Ghats lining the Hooghly River, such as Chandpal Ghat, Princep Ghat, Babu Ghat, Armenian Ghat, Mullick Ghat, Jagannath Ghat, Adyo Shraddho Ghat, Gandhi Ghat, Nimtala Mahashamshan Ghat, Boothnaath Ghat, Manick Bose’r Ghat, Ahiritola Ghat, Benetola Ghat, Sovabazar Ghat, Champatala Ghat, Kumartuli Ghat, Manindra Ghat, Promoda Sundari Ghat (Kolkata Heritage), Indira Ghat, Cossipore old ghat, Ratan Babur Ghat, Satidaha Ghat, Kuthi Ghat, and Rajar Ghat. our all tours are guided walks Calcutta.
North Calcutta Kolkata Ghats Walking Tour
🕘 Start Time: 8:00 AM
Meeting Point: Armenian Ghat Entrance
Brief introduction, tour orientation, and history of the ghats and their colonial connection.
📍 Stop 1: Armenian Ghat
- One of the oldest ghats, named after the Armenian settlers.
- Stories of trade, migration, and Armenian influence in early Kolkata.
📍 Stop 2: Mullick Ghat
- Famous for the adjacent Mullick Ghat Flower Market – vibrant and photogenic. Ganges River tour
- Great views of the Howrah Bridge.
📍 Stop 3: Babughat
- Built in 1830, classic colonial architecture with Doric-Greek columns.
- Associated with British-era ferry services and religious rituals.
📍 Stop 4: Prinsep Ghat
- Iconic riverside promenade.
- Features a beautiful Palladian porch built in 1843.
- Ideal spot for a short break – tea/snacks from nearby stalls.
📍 Stop 5: Outram Ghat
- Popular for boat rides and views of the river.
- Site of many religious and cultural events.
☕ Break: Riverside Chai Stop
- Enjoy chai in kulhads with a view of the Hooghly.
📍 Stop 6: Nimtala Ghat (Optional, for deeper cultural exploration)
- Old cremation ground, deeply tied to Bengali rituals and mysticism.
- Optional for those interested in spiritual and cultural traditions.
🏁 Tour Ends: 11:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Ending Point: Prinsep Ghat (or nearby ferry ghat for return transport)
Ghats Of Kolkata Walking Tour Price – 500 per head
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