{"id":61940,"date":"2025-04-21T11:54:29","date_gmt":"2025-04-21T06:24:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/?p=61940"},"modified":"2025-07-29T14:51:33","modified_gmt":"2025-07-29T09:21:33","slug":"places-to-visit-in-west-bengal","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.treebo.com\/blog\/places-to-visit-in-west-bengal\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Best Places to Visit in West Bengal: From City of Joy to Queen of Hill Stations!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Stretching from the Himalayas in the north to the Bay of Bengal in the South, the places to visit in West Bengal include famous hill stations like Darjeeling, dense Sundarban mangroves and Sagardwip, a beach destination. The state had a major influence of British colonisation, which can be seen through the architecture, traditions and religious rituals today as well. The state has also given some of the major literary philosophers to the country, including Rabindranath Tagore, Aurobindo Ghosh, Ishwar Chandra Vidyasagar, Bankim Chandra Chattopadhyay, Madhusudan Dutta, Kazi Nazrul Islam and more, who played a key role in the literary movement of the country.
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To help you find out where you should travel next, here is a curated list of some of the best places to visit in West Bengal. Also, while exploring these places, you can check out the affordable hotels near the tourist destinations.
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10 Best Places to Visit in West Bengal<\/strong>
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1. Kolkata<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The capital city of the state and cultural capital of India, Kolkata, is a must-visit destination for every traveller. The colonial past, architectural and cultural heritage, handicrafts and culinary delicacies of the state make it one of the best places to visit in West Bengal. Kolkata, also known as the \u201cCity of Joy,\u201d offers a unique blend of tradition and modernity coexisting in harmony. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The best things to do in Kolkata<\/a> include visiting the iconic Victoria Memorial, exploring the Indian Museum and bustling Park Street, taking a boat ride on the Hoogly River near Howrah Bridge and enjoying the local delicacies. Also, for a comfortable stay in the city, you can easily find numerous budget-friendly hotels in Kolkata<\/a> near the key landmarks.<\/p>\n\n\n

Book Budget Hotels in Kolkata<\/div>
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Treebo Mira Inn, Camac Street<\/a><\/p><\/div>

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Starting at just ₹ 2541 \/ night<\/p><\/div><\/div>