Audio Guided Tour of Pathuriaghata – Finding the Tagores, Kolkata
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Audio Guided Tour of Pathuriaghata – Finding the Tagores, Kolkata is a 1.5-hour experience in Kolkata, India, from $6 per person. It scores 53 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.
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- 53 / 100
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- Duration
- 1.5 hours
- From
- $6 per person
A walk from the Pathuriaghata area, including Malapara all the way to Jorasanko - a stretch of old Kolkata. On this approximately two hour walk, rediscover the heritage buildings that have been part and parcel of the Tag
What you get
- The tour can be accessed multiple times up to a certain validity period
- Audio Guided Walking Tour Through HopOn India App
About this experience
A walk from the Pathuriaghata area, including Malapara all the way to Jorasanko - a stretch of old Kolkata. On this approximately two hour walk, rediscover the heritage buildings that have been part and parcel of the Tagore family The most special features of this experience are : 1. The App opens up new places and new stories for you in the same old cities 2. Each walk is crafted like a masterpiece to offer an immersive experience to the traveller with the correct mix of history, culture, myth, food , through professional narration, with background scores of music, qawalli or sound affects, here and there 3. There is no need for you to depend on a guide - the traveller can take the walk anytime as per will, at his/ her own pace 4. The content is developed by domain experts and curated with utmost care, leaving no room for dependence on the guide's knowhow 5.You pay once for three months and need not pay the guide repeatedly.
What's included
Included
- The tour can be accessed multiple times up to a certain validity period
- Audio Guided Walking Tour Through HopOn India App
Not included
- Headphones/Earphones (We request please carry your Headphones/Earphones)
- Hand Sanitizer (We suggest please carry Hand sanitizer)
What you'll see and do
We will begin our walk of this historical area just outside Girish Park. Girish Park at the crossing of Central or Chittaranjan Avenue and Vivekanadna Road is a well-known Kolkata locality as it leads towards deep north on one hand, and east Kolkata and Salt Lake, on the other. The park is named after the great dramatist, novelist, theatre director and actor, Girish Chandra Ghosh (1844-1912) who is known as the Father of Bengali Theatre.
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The house inside belongs to the Jorasanko Daw family. It is 200-year-old. This is definitely the most theatrical thakurdalan in north Kolkata with small balconies rising above the courtyard on both sides as in an opera house.
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The three famous sweet shops - Bhim Chandra Nag, Nepal Chandra Haluikar and Surendranath De. All, save Nepal Chandra Haluikar, are famous for various Bengali sweets, notably sandesh and other chhena or cottage cheese products for which the city is famous.
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Vaikunthanath temple was constructed in early 1960s by the Bangars. Its facade looks like marble but those figures on the gopuram were all modelled with cement by an artisan from Rajasthan. The surface was later painted white to resemble marble. The story of Mahabharata is narrated here. The buildings behind the sanctum sanctorum were designed by Fatik Ch Guin (1900- 1985) of N. Guin & Co of Birla Science Museum fame.
10 minutes here
The Disneyland Tagore Castle at 26 Prasanna Kumar Tagore Street looks like it was imported from Scotland. All that is left of the original structure are its turrets, the tallest one being a clock tower that looks like it has been skinned.
10 minutes here
Its a historic palace once owned by a prominent local family, with terraces & a huge inner courtyard.
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Mahatma & Co was established by Radhabinod Roy who served prescriptions meant for Rabindranath Tagore till the time of his death on August 4, 1941.
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The Thakurbaris not the most showy palace in this area of north Calcutta, but it has a mark of distinction of its own, even though that is not visible in its entirety today. This is the family seat of the Tagore clan. Rabindranath was born here on May 7, 1861 and he died here in 1941. The building had been taken over by the state government during Tagore’s birth centenary celebrations in 1961, but only after the section of the house (Baithak-khanabari at 5 Dwarkanath Tagore Lane) in which the two famous nephews of Rabindranath — Gaganendranath and Abanindranth — resided had been pulled down. At the entrance is a lawn where celebrations are held occasionally. The original building was founded in 1784. Dwarkanath used to host his grand dinner parties in Baithak- khanabari. Sadly, what was once Rabindranath’s realm is in a pitiable state now even though the government has been more than generous with funds. The museum continues to attract hundreds of visitors everyday from all over the country and the world.
10 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Kolkata
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Returns to the starting point
Before you book
- Cancellation
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- HopOn India
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Good to know
- Duration
- 1.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Non-refundable
- Minimum age to book
- 8+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Who runs this experience
Operated by HopOn India, who run 9 experiences we rank across 4 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 53.8.
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Audio Guided Tour of Pathuriaghata – Finding the Tagores, Kolkata: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Kolkata.
How much does Audio Guided Tour of Pathuriaghata – Finding the Tagores, Kolkata cost?
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Prices start at $6 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Kolkata usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Audio Guided Tour of Pathuriaghata – Finding the Tagores, Kolkata take?
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Plan for about 1.5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Kolkata is not rushed.
Is Audio Guided Tour of Pathuriaghata – Finding the Tagores, Kolkata worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 53 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (0/5 across 0 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable family friendly in Kolkata, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Audio Guided Tour of Pathuriaghata – Finding the Tagores, Kolkata?
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No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.
Is Audio Guided Tour of Pathuriaghata – Finding the Tagores, Kolkata suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 8. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 1.5-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book Audio Guided Tour of Pathuriaghata – Finding the Tagores, Kolkata?
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Around 0 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Kolkata can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Kolkata and add a light layer if any part of the 1.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Audio Guided Tour of Pathuriaghata – Finding the Tagores, Kolkata start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Kolkata within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Kolkata?
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On Outty we rank every Kolkata experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Private Sunrise Taj Mahal Tour from Delhi By Car -All inclusive, Bengali Nights Kolkata Food Tour with 13+ Tastings, Cultural Confluence of Kolkata - Culture Kaleidoscope Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Kolkata?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Kolkata?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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