Chowringhee Chronicles: Esplanade Walking Tour

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Meeting Time 3:45 PM

Group Size Max 12 explorers

Language English, Bengali, Hindi

Trail Pace Easy / Leisurely

About this experience

Uncover the forgotten stories of Kolkata's Esplanade and Chowringhee on this heritage walking tour. From the Metropolitan Building to Shaheed Minar, explore remarkable stops that reveal the city's hidden history - Greek immigrants honoured in marble, Tipu Sultan's Kolkata connection, India's finest gun makers, pioneering photographers, and the tram heritage that defined the city. Walk past the crowds and discover the Calcutta they never told you about. Major stops: Metropolitan Building, Bourne & Shepherd Studio, A.T. Daw & Co. Gun Makers, Tipu Sultan Masjid, Smaranika Tram Museum, Panioty Fountain, Esplanade Mansions, Shaheed Minar.

Experience Highlights

Discover the architectural grandeur of the Metropolitan Building and the site of Bourne & Shepherd, which once housed the world’s oldest functioning photography studio.

Step inside the Smaranika Tram Museum to trace the evolution of the city's iconic transport system and its enduring role in the urban identity of Calcutta.

From the storied Tipu Sultan Masjid to the marble tributes for Greek immigrants at the Panioty Fountain, witness the diverse cultural threads that shaped the heart of the city.

What's Included & What's Not

Included in your tour

Guiding fees
Light refreshments

Not included

Anything not mentioned in inclusions

Know Before You Go

Starting Point

Meeting Time: 3:45 PM (Duration: 3 Hours)

Metro Cinema

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Ending Point

Esplanade Metro Gate No. 7

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Packing & Travel Advice:

Carry a reusable water bottle

Frequently Asked Questions

What is your cancellation policy?

Since we incur costs in cancelling bookings, we charge a cancellation fee of 50% if you cancel at least 48 hours before the tour starts. If you cancel after that, the cancellation fee is 100%, but you retain the option to use 50% of the amount for another tour within 6 months of this tour.

Can I request a private tour?

Yes, you can. Please send us a message on our official WhatsApp number listed on the website.