What to do in Barakpur

Activities, attractions and tours

Dakshineswar Kali Temple featuring religious aspects, a temple or place of worship and a city
Dakshineswar Kali Temple showing religious elements and a temple or place of worship
Dakshineswar Kali Temple showing religious aspects, a temple or place of worship and night scenes
Bally Bridge which includes a bridge and a river or creek
Bally Bridge showing a river or creek and a bridge

Barakpur Attractions

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Places of interest in Barakpur

Barakpur is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Barakpur, and make it a breeze to explore Barakpur and the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Barakpur to make sure that you enjoy your holiday to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

If you’re planning a visit to Barakpur, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights in Barakpur.

Barakpur attractions

Barakpur has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions in Barakpur to keep you entertained. Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Barakpur.

Looking for things to do in Barakpur can be time-consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine of Barakpur or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Barakpur attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. Happy trails!

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Tours & day trips

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4-Day Private Golden Triangle Tour: Delhi, Agra, and Jaipur

4-Day Private Golden Triangle Tour: Delhi, Agra, and Jaipur

Activity duration is 4 days
Free cancellation available
Price is £488 per adult*
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Food, drink & nightlife

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Guided Private Tour of City of Joy -Kolkata

Guided Private Tour of City of Joy -Kolkata

Activity duration is 8 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is £70 per adult*
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Classes & workshops

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Culinary Experience in an Authentic Bengali House

Culinary Experience in an Authentic Bengali House

Activity duration is 3 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is £30 per adult*
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Adventure & outdoor

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Walk the Kolkata Wetlands: Green Eye Sweets

Walk the Kolkata Wetlands: Green Eye Sweets

Activity duration is 3 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is £27 per adult
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Recommended things to do in Barakpur

Number of things to do
83
Cheapest thing to do on Expedia
Audio Guided Tour Through Dalhousie or BBD Bagh Area, Kolkata: £5
Top 5 things to do
Half-day tours
With kids

What to do in Barakpur

Popular places to visit

Kolkata featuring a garden, a city and night scenes

New Town Eco Park

4.5/5(16 reviews)

Known for its diverse ecological landscapes, man-made lake, children’s play area and musical fountain show, this ecological park is fun for all the family.

New Town Eco Park
New Market showing a city, heritage architecture and markets

New Market

4/5(28 reviews)

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.

New Market
Dakshineswar Kali Temple showing religious elements and a temple or place of worship

Dakshineswar Kali Temple

4/5(15 reviews)

Admire architectural beauty and see important religious icons at this sacred temple complex on the banks of the Hooghly River.

Dakshineswar Kali Temple
Victoria Memorial showing a park, a memorial and heritage architecture

Victoria Memorial

4.5/5(31 reviews)

See photographs and paintings charting Kolkata’s history at this marble palace dedicated to England’s Queen Victoria, the former Empress of India.

Victoria Memorial
Howrah Bridge which includes a river or creek and a bridge

Howrah Bridge

4/5(33 reviews)

Set foot on or glide under a famous Kolkata landmark, a colossal engineering feat that’s inspired many movie-makers.

Howrah Bridge
Nicco Park showing rides, a water park and a park

Nicco Park

4/5(2 reviews)

High-speed thrill rides, snow slides and a range of family attractions make this theme park one of Kolkata’s most exhilarating destinations.

Nicco Park
Belur Math

Belur Math

4/5(13 reviews)

Find out about the history of Howrah when you spend time at Belur Math. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the monuments in this culturally rich area.

Belur Math
Science City

Science City

4/5(1 review)

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Science City during your trip to Kolkata. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the monuments in this culturally rich area.

Science City

Biswa Bangla Convention Centre

4.5/5(2 reviews)

Learn about the events happening in Biswa Bangla Convention Centre during your trip to Barasat. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.

Biswa Bangla Convention Centre

Explore areas of Barakpur

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Dum Dum

2.5/5(3 area reviews)

Restaurants and historical sites are just a few things travellers like about Dum Dum. A stop by Acharya Bhavan is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.

Dum Dum
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Sodepur

While visiting Sodepur, you might make a stop by sights like Aquatica Water Park and Acharya Jagadish Chandra Bose Indian Botanic Garden.

Sodepur
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Barrackpore

While Barrackpore isn't home to many top sights, Aquatica Water Park and Acharya Jagadish Chandra Bose Indian Botanic Garden are some notable places to visit nearby.

Barrackpore
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Titagarh

While Titagarh isn't home to many top sights, Aquatica Water Park and Acharya Jagadish Chandra Bose Indian Botanic Garden are some notable places to visit nearby.

Titagarh
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Baranagar

While Baranagar isn't home to many top sights, Belur Math and Dakshineswar Kali Temple are some notable places to visit nearby.

Baranagar
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Dunlop

When in Dunlop, you can plan a visit to Dakshineswar Kali Temple and Bally Bridge, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Dunlop

 

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Day trip destinations from Barakpur

New Market showing a city and street scenes

Kolkata

Botanical Gardens which includes boating, a city and a river or creek

Howrah

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