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2-Hour College Street Walking Tour in Kolkata with Paramount Sherbet

2 Hours Round trip from Kolkata Moderate pace

Largest pre-used book market in the world

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore College Street, the largest book market in India and the world's biggest pre-owned book market
02 Browse countless book kiosks where you may come across an original copy of a masterpiece for a bargain
03 Walk past Presidency College and the iconic Indian Coffee House, long associated with Kolkata's intellectual life
04 Taste the legendary Paramount Sherbet, a 94-year-old juice joint known for its heritage and "Daber Shorbot"

Stroll through College Street, also known as Boi Para (Book Street), the largest book market in India and a prominent centre of Kolkata's literary crowd. This remarkable stretch is also the largest pre-owned book market in the world, where countless kiosks overflow with books and rare finds. Wander through the surrounding lanes, soak in the local atmosphere, and discover landmarks such as Presidency College, the Indian Coffee House, and the legendary Paramount Sherbet.

Do not miss the legendary Paramount Sherbet, a 94-year-old juice joint that boasts a rich heritage and is popular for its "Daber Shorbot" - a sherbet made with tender coconut water, ice, syrup, and the white meat or pulp of the coconut.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Hours

Tour type Shared

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Not included

Transport Not included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

City Calcutta

Languages Bengali, English, Hindi

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

A Bookworm's Paradise on College Street

Visit the largest book market in India. College Street is a prominent centre of Kolkata's literary crowd and the largest pre-owned book market in the world. Quite often, you may come across an original copy of a masterpiece for a bargain.
Start from Central Metro Station and walk through residential alleys to experience the lives of the locals.
Explore the countless book kiosks, and if it is your lucky day, you may come across a masterpiece.
Walk along Presidency College, one of the oldest educational institutions in India, and the Indian Coffee House, a hub of intellectuals where stalwarts such as Satyajit Ray, Amartya Sen, Mrinal Sen, and many others have visited and spent time.
Do not miss the legendary Paramount Sherbet, a 94-year-old juice joint that boasts a rich heritage and is popular for its "Daber Shorbot" - a sherbet made with tender coconut water, ice, syrup, and the white meat or pulp of the coconut.
College Street is a great place for watching people and soaking in the vibe of this lovely city.

Where this trip takes you

College Street, Presidency College, Indian Coffee House, Paramount Sherbet

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Kolkata 1 city · 2 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Expert tour guide services
Packaged drinking water

What's Not Included

Personal expenses

What to bring

Comfortable walking shoes

Know before you go

We recommend comfortable shoes, as the tour involves a moderate amount of walking.
We shall not be responsible for any loss, injury, or damage to person or property during the tour.
We do not have any insurance policy covering expenses for accidents, sickness, loss due to theft, or any other reasons. Visitors are advised to arrange insurance in their home country. All baggage and personal belongings are at the guest's risk at all times.
All our tour experts are real locals, not government guides. They are trained, and are more like a friend than a guide who would love to show you their city.

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