If you’re travelling with the tots in tow, here’s a list of places to visit in Kolkata with kids that will definitely hold their attention and keep them thoroughly entertained. Presenting a good mix of educational and recreational activities and attractions, these spots range from beautiful gardens and science centre to heritage buildings, kid-friendly bookstores and picnic spot with boat rides. Round up the kids, arm yourself with our action-packed itinerary, and get started.

One of the best spots to take your little ones in Kolkata is the Nehru Children’s Museum. Inaugurated in the year 1972, the museum is dedicated to Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru and features a number of dolls collected from around 88 countries. Little girls will absolutely love this museum. The brainchild of great visionary Late Shri Jugal Srimal, the main intention behind setting up this museum was to impart knowledge via informal learning. The four floors of the museum are divided into various sections, namely Dolls Gallery, Toys Gallery, the Ramayana Gallery, and the Mahabharata Gallery. The toys section here is the most admire having selection of toys from all across the globe.