Is Kolkata Safe for Solo Female Travelers?
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I went to Kolkata for 3 days and had a great time. The traffic and noise were crazy. The city has great sights and flavors to experience. Apart from the regular touristy spots of Victoria Memorial, Howrah Bridge, etc, I loved visiting the potter's colony called Kumartuli and the museum of the Jorasanko Thakurbari. The food in Kolkata was a complete delight.
Posted: August 6, 2023
Titir (22)
India
Local experience
Mostly safe for women. I used to stay out till 9pm ish regularly and super safe. Post 11pm i haven't been out alone much. The food is very good here, even at streetside shops. Everything here is super cheap. There are lots of culturally important or beautiful places to visit. Which are of an offbeat quality.
Posted: July 8, 2023Experienced: May, 2023Group travel experience
Things to do: I volunteered at Mother Teresa House while I was there. Incredible experience. Food: The street food was amazing. So good and cheap. I never got sick from it. Some sit down street places have real dishes. Ask for paper plates. Safety: I felt safe but was never out past 8pm by myself. When we went on bus to volunteer was with groups locals were so helpful telling us our stop was next. They are used to volunteers there. Uber very unreliable. Would accept your request but not show up if short trip ie small fare. Dress apprpropruate or you may get attention you don't want. Accommodation: Affordable places to stay on Suder street. Busy area with many places to eat and little shops. I stayed at Baptist Missionary Society guesthouse. Very cheap private and shared rooms. Meals served onsite. Gated with security to let guests in.
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