Kolkata's Flower Market - Hooghly's Flower Fest Tour

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Kolkata, India

3 hours (approx.)
Pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

See (and photograph) Kolkata by the early-morning light with this guided tour. You'll visit some of the most photogenic places in Kolkata, including the colorful Malik Ghat Flower Market and the Hooghly River, where local athletes get up early to practice kushti, a form of wrestling that developed in India.

Get great photos with the help of a guide
Flexible start times are available to suit your schedule
Coffee or tea, water, and snacks will be provided
Small group sizes ensure personal attention from your guide

What's Included

All Fees and Taxes
Bottled water
Coffee and/or Tea

Local chai
Snacks

Street side local food

Donations to the wrestlers.

Meeting and Pickup

You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup

Pickup points

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Pickup details

Any other city hotels, BnBs and private residences. Pickup timings will be relative to distance. Approximately 30 mins before tour start time for locations within city limits. Please note that unless there is a scheduled pickup, the minimum requirement for pickup is 2 pax. P.S. Drop us a message if the mentioned start times do not work for you. Maybe we can schedule according to your convenience.

Meeting point

Mullick Ghat Flower Market Entryway
223, Strand Bank Rd, Fairley Place, B.B.D. Bagh, Kolkata, West Bengal 700001, India
We shall meet on Strand Road, near Mullick Ghat Pumping Station main gate. P.S. Drop us a message if the mentioned start times do not work for you. Maybe we can schedule according to your convenience.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Malik Ghat Flower Market

3 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Infants must sit on laps
Near public transportation
Most travelers can participate

Not wheelchair accessible
Not suitable for infants.
Not suitable for people scared of crowded places.
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

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Great tour of Kolkata’s vibrant flower market

Karl_M, Sep 2025

I had an unforgettable morning exploring Kolkata’s vibrant flower market and walking across the iconic Howrah Bridge. The sea of marigolds, roses, and lotus blossoms created an explosion of color and fragrance, while our knowledgeable guide brought the history and culture of the market to life. Watching locals haggle, carry garlands, and prepare offerings gave such an authentic glimpse into the city’s daily rhythm. Crossing the Howrah Bridge afterward offered stunning views of the Hooghly River and the bustling city below. A truly enriching experience that blended beauty, history, and culture — highly recommend to anyone visiting Kolkata!

Amazing Guide for an amazing Tour!

nolanb, Jul 2022

Where to start! Manjit has been amazing. The best guide we have had in India. He is so passionate and knowledgeable that this tour was magical. He is a real artist. He sees beauty where most people can’t and he has the abitlity to enlighten you. Truly an amazing experience. Don’t hesitate one bit!