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1 Hours

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Group Size

12 people

Languages

English

About this activity

Embark on a fascinating College Street tour through Asia’s largest book market, where literature meets history. Starting from the legendary Indian Coffee House, walk through the bustling streets lined with bookstalls, prestigious academic institutions, and centuries of intellectual heritage. Experience the vibrant atmosphere where countless Bengali intellectuals, artists, and revolutionaries once gathered to shape India’s cultural landscape.

Highlights

  • Indian Coffee House - Historic meeting point of intellectuals and artists
  • Mile-long book market with rare and antiquarian collections
  • Presidency University's heritage campus exterior
  • Sanskrit College and University facade
  • Historic publishing houses and century-old bookstores

Included/Excluded

  • Professional English-speaking guide
  • Multi-lingual guides Like French, German, Spanish more (upon availability)
  • Coffee and light snacks at Indian Coffee House
  • Walking tour map
  • Small group experience
  • GST as applicable
  • Transportation to/from starting point
  • Book purchases
  • Personal expenses
  • Insurance coverage
  • Additional services not mentioned

Itinerary

  • Meeting point: Indian Coffee House entrance
  • Quick introduction to the tour
  • Brief history of College Street's literary significance (10 minutes)

  • Quick orientation about the historic coffee house
  • Quick coffee/tea service
  • Stories about famous intellectuals who frequented here (15 minutes)

  • Start walking through the main book market
  • Introduction to notable old bookshops
  • Photo opportunities of the bustling book lanes
  • Brief stop at famous publishing houses (20 minutes)

  • External view of Presidency University
  • Photo stop at Sanskrit College
  • Stories about these historic institutions (10 minutes)

  • Final photos
  • Quick feedback
  • Tour ends at 9:00 AM

Durations

1 Hours

Language

English

Frequently asked questions

Yes, time is allocated for shopping

Yes, except in restricted areas

Yes, customizable private tours available

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