Title: East India Travel Guide: Best of East India, India Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in East India](https://expedia.co.uk/East-India-Hotels.d6210312.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in East India](https://expedia.co.uk/East-India-Holiday-Rentals.d6210312.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Flights to East India](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-East-India.d6210312.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in East India](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-East-India.d6210312.Travel-Guide-Activities)[East India Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-East-India.d6210312.Car-Hire-Guide)[East India Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/East-India.d6210312.Holidays-City-Breaks) # East India Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Victoria Memorial in Kolkata,the erstwhile capital of British India was made in honour of the then Queen Victoria of Great Britain, is presently a Landmark Tourist Place. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/792/d1cf6544-1910-491e-b8bb-79a429275a7e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Victoria Memorial in Kolkata,the erstwhile capital of British India was made in honour of the then Queen Victoria of Great Britain, is presently a Landmark Tourist Place. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/792/d1cf6544-1910-491e-b8bb-79a429275a7e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The #VictoriaMemorial at #Kolkata. #architecture #cityofjoy #sunset](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/792/255b08a4-d208-400e-9d37-d24c6afcaf5c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Buddhist monks light 'deeyas' (oil lamps) in the 'Prayer light room' in Mahabodhi Temple. Its a sight to see as the room comes up with hundreds of 'deeyas'. You can also join in as volunteer and donate oil or candles to contribute.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6130761/90b42472-d37a-427a-a2c6-aa3338e7fb01.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![These are the Tourist Boats which help the Tourists to roam around enjoy the Nature in Sunderban,India](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6343415/dae4b7ce-7a2c-4807-bfb3-750da156d9fb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit East India Where to stay Things to do ### Where to stay in East India ![It's a one of the heritage place of Kolkata. Peoples comes here to find some memories. And in bengal it's call feluda's cemetery.. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/792/1fa5671f-5dd3-4f28-8218-b56968ad992b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Park Street 4/5(13 area reviews) If you're spending time in Park Street, you might enjoy attractions like Camac Street and Park Street Cemetery. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Park Street Station to see more of the city. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kolkata-Park-Street.dx553248633981712686) ![Eco Tourism Park showing boating and a lake or waterhole](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532740554/e1225be7-12cf-43c9-b60b-f0162e87735d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### New Town 4/5(38 area reviews) New Town is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Mother's Wax Museum and New Town Eco Park. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kolkata-New-Town.dx553248633981711493) ![Nicco Park showing a lake or waterhole, boating and a park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6140498/40a8bc1e-aa4c-42ce-964d-6897cde7b1e6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Salt Lake Discover Salt Lake, memorable for its lake views. Popular attractions in Salt Lake include Salt Lake City Centre Mall and Nicco Park, and you can see more of the area by hopping on the metro at Bengal Chemical Station. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Salt-Lake.dx3000664059) ![Long before Departmental Stores were as popular, this building at the very centre of #kolkata was the Whiteway Laidlaw department store built in 1905. It is now known as Metropolitan building post Metropolitan Life Insurance Co taking over it Post India’s independence. #Hometown](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/792/ea37c81f-8319-4e8c-b50e-804f42fa7297.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Dharmatala 3.5/5(26 area reviews) While you're in Dharmatala, take in top sights like New Market and jump on the metro at Esplanade Station to see more of the city. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kolkata-Dharmatala.dx553248635974587237) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### New Digha 2.5/5(2 area reviews) While visiting New Digha, you might make a stop by sights like Amarabati Park and Digha Science Centre. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kanthi-New-Digha.dx553248635976008474) ![Finish dinner with these great dessert. Here is a melange of assorted nuts with grated Khoya. An Arabic delight. #sweetspot](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/792/5a108e10-c894-415c-83f4-a8eb77fbb491.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Ballygunge 3.5/5(13 area reviews) Restaurants and shopping are highlights of Ballygunge. Make a stop by Shrine Basilica Bandel or Quest Mall while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Ballygunge Station to get around town. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kolkata-Ballygunge.dx178932) - Top hotels in East India - Top Holiday Rentals in East India ![ITC Royal Bengal, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Kolkata](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37600000/37590700/37590630/fc8b5bc0_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### ITC Royal Bengal, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Kolkata 1 JBS Haldane Avenue Kolkata West Bengal £93 26 Jan - 27 Jan includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Kolkata. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (295 reviews) Staff - from check in to Concierge to housekeeping and restaurants and especially driver - OUTSTANDING !! Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=26%2F01%2F2026&endDate=27%2F01%2F2026&selected=37590630&PinnedHotelID=37590630&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6210312) ![MAYFAIR Heritage, Puri](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4790000/4780200/4780106/b5292671_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### MAYFAIR Heritage, Puri Chakratirtha Road Puri Orissa £138 11 Feb - 12 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this beach hotel in Puri. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Jagannath Temple and Sudarshan Crafts Museum are ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (40 reviews) Very good property Reviewed on 25 Aug 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=11%2F02%2F2026&endDate=12%2F02%2F2026&selected=4780106&PinnedHotelID=4780106&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6210312) ![Fairfield by Marriott Kolkata](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/44400000/44399100/44399005/ef93ce3b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Fairfield by Marriott Kolkata CB 218 Action Area 1C New Town Barasat West Bengal Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay £47 25 Jan - 26 Jan includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Barasat. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (161 reviews) Good place Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=25%2F01%2F2026&endDate=26%2F01%2F2026&selected=44399005&PinnedHotelID=44399005&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6210312) [See all 3,498 properties in East India](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=14%2F01%2F2026&endDate=15%2F01%2F2026®ionId=6210312) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Starlit Suites Newtown Kolkata](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102360000/102357400/102357327/728f2003_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Starlit Suites Newtown Kolkata Street 2, Cannal Road Laskarati Bazar Barasat West bengal Stay at this aparthotel in Barasat. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions New Town Eco Park and Rabindra Tirtha are located ... 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[](https://expedia.co.uk/New-Town-Eco-Park-Kolkata.d553248621532740554.Attraction) ![New Market showing a city, heritage architecture and markets](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/68000/68266-New-Market.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### New Market Hunt for bargains at one of Kolkata’s oldest markets, an indoor arcade with food, clothing and handicraft stalls that’s been serving the city for over 135 years. [](https://expedia.co.uk/New-Market-Dharmatala.d6106920.Attraction) ![Dakshineswar Kali Temple showing religious elements and a temple or place of worship](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/68000/68377-Dakshineswar-Kali-Temple.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Dakshineswar Kali Temple Admire architectural beauty and see important religious icons at this sacred temple complex on the banks of the Hooghly River. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Dakshineswar-Kali-Temple-Dakshineswar.d6106970.Attraction) ![Victoria Memorial showing a park, a memorial and heritage architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/62000/62756-Victoria-Memorial.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Victoria Memorial See photographs and paintings charting Kolkata’s history at this marble palace dedicated to England’s Queen Victoria, the former Empress of India. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Victoria-Memorial-Kolkata.d6106912.Attraction) ![Mahabodhi Temple](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/e8a57b5952cbb50b3f1ef30fe2613355.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mahabodhi Temple Mahabodhi Temple is just one of the places to see in Bodh Gaya, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Take some time to visit the temples in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Mahabodhi-Temple-Gaya.d6107024.Attraction) ![Mandarmani Beach](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/ab0fa49c266c86d19e3714fdb29ed234.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mandarmani Beach Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Mandarmani Beach during your travels in Mandarmani? Wander the seaside and forests while you're in the area. 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