The Hooghly River has shaped Kolkata’s history, serving as a vital trade route, a cultural hub, and a place of spiritual significance. The ghats lining its banks are not just stairways leading to the river; they are witnesses to centuries of change, where colonial traders, local merchants, priests, and revolutionaries once gathered. Today, they remain vibrant spaces where life moves to an age-old rhythm—boats ferry passengers, devotees perform rituals, artisans create, and markets buzz with energy.

The atmosphere of the riverfront shifts throughout the day—peaceful at sunrise, when the city stirs awake; lively by morning, as ferries dock and vendors fill the air with calls; and golden by sunset, as the river glows in the fading light. These ghats offer a glimpse into a Kolkata that thrives in tradition yet embraces change.

Heritage Ghat Walk Itinerary
Duration: ~3.5 hours | Start: Baghbazar Ghat | End: Mullick Ghat

• Baghbazar Ghat: Start your morning with stories of colonial Kolkata by the serene Hooghly River.

• Kumartuli: Walk through the iconic idol-makers’ lanes and witness live clay sculpting traditions.

• Ahiritola Ghat: Hop on a local ferry and enjoy panoramic river views on your way to Mullick Ghat.

• Mullick Ghat Flower Market: Explore Asia’s second-largest flower market—vibrant, fragrant, full of life.

• Temples: Visit two hidden spiritual gems—Mota Mahadev & Baba Bhootnath Temples.

• Local Breakfast: Relish kochuri, tea, and litti chokha by the riverside like a true local.

• Bonus: Optional detour to Shyambazar Market (on request).

  
  

👟 Wear comfy shoes & cotton clothes. Bring water & curiosity!