About Mukundapur, Kolkata

Mukundapur is a well-developed residential locality in East Kolkata surrounded by several super-specialty medical facilities, educational institutions, markets, banks, shopping malls, and restaurants. About 13 km away from the city center, it is located right next to the Eastern Metropolitan Bypass (EM Bypass). As a result, the locality enjoys easy connectivity to almost all major areas in Kolkata, including Salt Lake, New Town, Maniktala, Shovabazar, Park Street, Ballygunj, and Jadavpur. It also enjoys good connectivity to the international airport in Dum Dum and Sealdah Railway Station through EM Bypass and its connectors. Since Mukundapur is dotted with several budget hotels in Kolkata, it is a favourite with tourists. Travellers coming to the city for medical treatment also prefer hotels in Mukundapur due to the locality’s proximity to several top-class healthcare facilities.

Shopping and Dining in and around Mukundapur

For those who are looking for retail therapy, there are quite a few places to shop in Mukundapur. Metropolis Mall (3 km) and Acropolis Mall (4 km) are the nearest shopping hubs while South City Mall, one of the largest and swankiest shopping malls in Kolkata, is just 6 km away. The area also boasts of a Metro Cash & Carry outlet. Gariahat market, a shopaholic’s paradise, is about 6 km from many hotels in Mukundapur, Kolkata.

When it comes to dining options, there are several top-class eateries and restaurants in Mukundapur. Tobaco Restaurant, Arsalan, Enamiah Restaurant, Cheeni Kum Lounge & Bar, Punjabee Rasoi, Red Bamboo Shoot Restaurant, Hindusthan Dhaba, Asia Kitchen by Mainland China, Hoppipola, Chili's Grill & Bar and Ozora are among the popular places for foodies located within 4 km of Mukundapur hotels.

Places to Visit in and around Mukundapur

There are many well-known and lesser-known tourist attractions that you can explore while staying in Mukundapur. Some of the top tourist places to visit in and around Mukundapur are Benubana Chhaya (4 km), Patuli Lake and Floating Market (4 km), Church of Our Lady of Vailankani (5 km), Science City (6.5 km), Rabindra Sarovar (7 km), Birla Mandir (8 km) and Kalighat Temple (10 km), to name a few.

Mukundapur also serve as ideal accommodation options for tourists who want to stay connected to the major tourist attractions in Kolkata. These include Nicco Park (11 km), Maidan (13 km), Alipore Zoo (13.5 km), Victoria Memorial (14 km), St. Paul’s Cathedral (14 km), Birla Planetarium (14 km), Tipu Sultan’s Mosque (15 km), Indian Museum (15 km), Eden Gardens (15 km), Fort William (15 km) and Prinsep Ghat (15 km), among others.

How to Reach Mukundapur

Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport in Kolkata is around 22 km away from the locality. Prepaid taxis and cabs are the fastest way to reach your Mukundapur hotels from the airport. The nearest major railheads to the locality are Sealdah Railway Station (11.5 km) and Howrah Junction (17.5 km). Bagha Jatin (4 km) and New Garia (4 km) are the closest suburban stations while the nearest metro access point is Kavi Subhash Metro Station (4 km). Frequent buses and auto-rickshaws also connect the locality to various parts of Kolkata.