Eco Park

New Town Eco Park is an urban park in New Town, Rajarhat, Kolkata and the biggest park so far in India. The park is situated on a 480 acres plot and is surrounded by a 104 acres waterbody with an island in the middle. The park was conceptualised by Chief Minister of West Bengal, Mamata Banerjee in July 2011. West Bengal Housing Infrastructure Development Corporation is the overarching body coordinating the construction of the park, along with different other government bodies responsible for implementation of different works inside the park.The park has been divided into three broad parts; 1 ecological zones like wetlands, grasslands, and urban forest, 2 theme gardens and open spaces, 3 and urban recreational spaces. The Eco Park is further divided into different sub-parts according to the different types of fauna planted. The copies of the Seven Wonders of the World have also been made for people to visit in this park.

Address

Major Arterial Road(South-East, Biswa Bangla Sarani, AA II, Newtown, Kolkata, West Bengal 700156, India

Weekend Plan

Frequently Asked Questions

How to reach?

By Air

Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport or Kolkata Airport at Dumdum is among the busiest airports in the country in terms of overall passenger traffic. Spread across an area of 2,460 acres, the airport has all the latest facilities.

By Rail

Howrah and Sealdah railway stations are the two main railheads, serving the city of Kolkata. Both the railways stations are well linked to all the important cities in the country making it easy for travellers.

By Road

One can also reach Kolkata via well-maintained national highways and other motorable roads. The buses managed by the West Bengal state allow tourists to visit this lovely city without any hassle.

What is the best season to visit?

The autumn and winter months between October and February are the best time to visit Kolkata, as the weather is perfect and festivities are aplenty. This is the season which witnesses the peak arrival of travellers, especially during Durga Puja. Kolkata, with an eastern tropical climate, has light winters, hot and somewhat humid summers. Summers are the least desirable options for a traveller, and monsoons, although lovely, is not exactly the best season worth a visit.

Weather through out the year?

Kolkata has a Tropical wet-and-dry climate. The annual mean temperature is 26.8 °C (80 °F); monthly mean temperatures range from 15 °C to 30 °C (59 °F to 86 °F). Summers are hot and humid with temperatures in the low 30s and during dry spells the maximum temperatures often exceed 40 °C (104 °F) during May and June. Winter tends to last for only about two and a half months, with seasonal lows dipping to 9°C – 11 °C (48.2°F – 51.8°F) between December and January. The highest recorded temperature is 43.9°C (111 °F) and the lowest is 5°C (41°F). Often during early summer (mid March to mid May), dusty squalls followed by spells of thunderstorm and heavy rains lash the city, bringing relief from the humid heat. These thunderstorms are convective in nature, and is locally known as Kal baisakhi

What are the famous places to visit?

Maidan, Eco Park, Howrah Bridge, Science City, Dakshineswar Kali Temple, Victoria Memorial, Nicco Park, Alipore Zoological Garden etc

How many days are enough for the city?

4 days

Which are the best shopping center in the city?

South City Mall, City Centre I and II, Quest Mall, Acropolis Mall, Mani Square Mall, Avani Riverside Mall, Gariahat Mall

Where to go for a great dining experience?

Ottimo Cucina Italiana, Grand Market Pavilion, Vintage Asia, Pan Asian, Dum Pukht, Kava, JW Kitchen

What food is famous?

Macher Jhol is the most popular food of Kolkata and is usually had with rice. One can find it in any of the restaurants in the city as it's a staple food for the people

Review

R4NGER

Great place to visit during winter, when the flowers are in full bloom. Entry fee is only 30 rs. If youre going as a couple , consider renting the duo bikes and ask for discounts. A bike ride through nature is very enjoyable. Be sure to check out the rose garden. Theres a great restaurant near gate 4 offering homely Bengali food for reasonable prices. During noon and evening it starts getting crowded. If you like having a private time , considering going in morning.

FRAME GAME [ABHIN]

Awesome place to spend quality time with your family. You will find the replicas of 7 wonders of the world, Japanese garden among other places to visit in the huge area dedicated only for tourism and entertainment. How can I forget to mention the refreshing stroll by the huge water bodies?! Its an amazing place to be in. The huge place has 6 gates! Land up in the correct gate if you are targeting to visit a particular spot in the place. Otherwise you will end up walking fairly long distance under the sun! Winter mornings and evenings and summer evenings here are soothing.

ABINASH GUPTA

This is a good park for family and couples too. It covers a very big area for a park. It gives you a lot of space to spend some time alone or your close ones. It also has lots of rides....according to me they charge a little more but they are good. The most annoying thing over here is you have to pay money for even filling a bottle or using washroom. So it would be recommended you should carry a water bottle. but you can enjoy a lot in this park with just 30 rupees entry fees. And if you go there with 300 bucks you can spend a very good day over there. Overall its a nice park to visit once in a while.

ANIRIMA KAR

Well I liked this place and its consist of a very large area, so I dont think one can cover it in a day.. I feel Winter is the perfect time to come and visit the place compared to any other season as its an open area.. You can come here with your friendsfamilypartnerchildren..this place is for all..and you can see and do a lot of things here.. The highlight of this place according to me is the 7 Wonders of the World . If you need to visit the 7Wonders of the World you need to go to Gate No4 I believe and then you can see them.. Apart from that, there are a lot adventure sports or fun activity one can enjoy..such as 1 Double cycling 2 Cruising Boating 3 Ice skating etc Its a wonderful place to visit !

INDRAJEET PAUL

A very good place to visit with your family and friends. A good place to wash all your tension away and rejuvenate yourself. Huge vacant spaces. A lot of recreational activities to choose from. If youre planning to visit the 7 wonders in the park and are not able to walk for various reasons, you can either avail the mini cars enter through Gate 34. Well connected with public transport. At dusk, musical fountain is an eyecatcher. Enjoy!