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Best Shopping Places to Visit in Kolkata

Dive into the vibrant shopping scene of Kolkata, where every market and mall offers a unique experience. From trendy boutiques and bustling street markets to luxurious malls, Kolkata caters to every shopper's taste and budget. Discover local handicrafts, fashionable finds, and unique souvenirs that reflect the essence of Kolkata. Whether you’re a shopaholic or a casual explorer, these shopping spots in Kolkata are worth your time when in Kolkata.
College Street, Kolkata

College Street, Kolkata

An extended College Street, which is approximately a million square feet long is located in the Central Kolkata. It is one of the largest bazaar in the world of second hand books. It is said that there is no book in the world, which is not available here. The street also houses several popular institutes of Kolkata like Medical College of Kolkata, University of Kolkata, Presidency University to name a few. The place is speckled with number of small and big bookstores that are constructed with bricks and mortar or canvas, bamboo and metal sheets. Each stall has a different story to narrate and all the stalls collectively boasts of every single title that was ever written by all the writers. The books here are sold at throw away prices and you can even get a book here that is as old as 250 years. Haggling is a common feature over here. Read more.. Read less
Address
College St, Kolkata
Place Type
Shopping Place
Entry Fee
No Entry Fee
Opening Time
College Street is always open but Street shops opening and closing timing is 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Opening Days
The College Street is alway open for visitors.
Best Month
January, February, March, April, May, June
Nearest Metro
Central Metro Station (0.4 KM)
New Market, Kolkata

New Market, Kolkata

The New Market is approximately 144 years old and is one the most crowded and busiest markets in Kolkata. Found in the center of the city, it is a shoping hub in the city. When Britishers ruled India people from diverse parts of the country came to Kolkata to set up shops here. Currently, their forerunners are having a flourishing business here. This is one of the major reasons that the market is captured by Bengalis, Tibetans, Kashmiris and Punjabis and they all are running their businesses in total harmony with each other. From day to day household purchasing to expensive shopping, New Market has it all. With more then 2000+ shops selling glass items, assorted spices and dry fruits, beautiful suits and sarees, dress materials, traditional weaves like Banarasi, Maheshwari, Kanjiwaram, Kurtas with chicken work, stoles with heavy Phulkari work, New Market has it all. It is a must visit place when you are on a vacation to Kolkata. Read more.. Read less
Address
Lindsay St, New Market Area, Dharmatala, Taltala, Kolkata
Place Type
Shopping Place
Entry Fee
No Entry Fee
Opening Time
There are no Kolkata New Market timings, this place is open all around in year.
Opening Days
The New Market is alway open for visitors.
Best Month
July, August, September, October, November, December
Nearest Metro
Esplanade Metro Station (0.6 KM)
Park Street, Kolkata

Park Street, Kolkata

Park Street, a bustling of street of Kolkata is known for shopping. From sumptuous variety of cuisines to traditional suits and saris, to jute items, terracotta structures there is no dearth of any item that you want to purchase in Kolkata. Park street starts from JL Nehru Road and ends at Park Circus crossing. It is one of the chief hangout place in the city and is always lively and happening. The best of restaurants and pubs are found here. The street is very decorated during festivals especially during Christmas and New Year. Park Street has always been attracting people from the British times and has undergone several modifications that makes it a very stylish and chic spot. Read more.. Read less
Address
Mother Teresa Sarani, Kolkata
Place Type
Shopping Place
Entry Fee
No Entry Fee
Opening Time
There are no Mother Teresa Sarani timings, this place is open all around in year.
Opening Days
The Park Street is alway open for visitors.
Best Month
January, February, March, April, May, June
Nearest Metro
Maidan Metro Station (1.0 KM)

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