Shakespeare Sarani, Kolkata

Name: Shakespeare Sarani
Address: 27 Shakespeare Sarani (Outram Street), Mullick Bazar, Park Street area, Kolkata, West Bengal 700017, Kolkata, India
Telephone: +91 33 4001 2727

#147 among attractions in Kolkata

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Facts and practical information

Shakespeare Sarani is a street running in the central business district of Kolkata, India, from Park Circus to Chowringhee Road. It was renamed on 24 April 1964 after William Shakespeare, to mark the fourth birth centenary of the legendary playwright. It is considered to be a high street of Kolkata with many commercial establishments, offices, shops and restaurants situated by the road. It intersects with other important roads in the CBD like Acharya Jagadish Chandra Bose Road, Camac Street, Loudon Street and Rawdon Street. Few other roads like, Little Russel Street, Wood Street, Picasso Bithi & Lord Sinha Road criss-crosses or merge into Shakespeare Sarani from North or South. West of Birla Planetarium crossing, Shakespeare Sarani becomes Queen's Way. ()

Coordinates: 22°32'40"N, 88°21'23"E

Address

27 Shakespeare Sarani (Outram Street), Mullick Bazar, Park Street area, Kolkata, West Bengal 700017Park Street - Taltola - Shakespeare SaraniKolkata India

Contact

+91 33 4001 2727

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Day trips

Shakespeare Sarani – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: New Market, Victoria Memorial, Indian Museum, Quest Mall.

1.1 miN
Shopping district, Shopping, Flea market
New Market, Kolkata
29 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Kolkata, New Market, also known as Sir Stuart Hogg Market, stands as a bustling shopping district that has been serving locals and tourists alike since its inauguration in 1874. This historic market, with its Gothic and Victorian architectural...
0.9 miW
Museum, Art museum, Specialty museum
Victoria Memorial, Kolkata
23 min walk • The Victoria Memorial stands as an iconic structure in the heart of Kolkata, India, embodying the grandeur of the British Raj era. This majestic white marble building, completed in 1921, serves as a museum and a tribute to Queen Victoria's memory.
1 miN
Cultural museum established in 1814
Indian Museum, Kolkata
25 min walk • The Indian Museum in Kolkata stands as a beacon of history and culture, not just for the city but for the entire subcontinent. Founded in 1814, this prestigious institution is the oldest and largest museum in India and has been a cornerstone for scholars, historians...
0.7 miSE
Shopping, Shopping centre
Quest Mall, Kolkata
19 min walk • Quest Mall, situated in the heart of Kolkata, India, is a beacon of modern retail and entertainment in the city. This sprawling shopping centre, inaugurated in 2013, has quickly become a favoured destination for both locals and tourists.
0.7 miW
Eminent church dating from 1847
St. Paul's Cathedral, Kolkata
18 min walk • St. Paul's Cathedral stands as an architectural marvel and a beacon of spirituality in the bustling city of Kolkata, India. This Anglican cathedral, an emblem of the British Raj's ecclesiastical legacy, was consecrated in 1847 and has since been a significant landmark...
0.6 miW
Museum, Observatories and planetariums
Birla Planetarium, Kolkata
15 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Kolkata, the Birla Planetarium stands as a gateway to the cosmos for curious minds and astronomy enthusiasts. Officially known as the M. P. Birla Planetarium, this museum is a revered educational and cultural landmark in the bustling Indian...
0.6 miNW
Park
Maidan, Kolkata
16 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Kolkata, the sprawling expanse of Maidan serves as the city's green lung and a much-revered urban park. Spanning around 3 square kilometers, this vast stretch of open field is not only the largest park in the metropolis but also one of the most...
0.8 miNW
Museum, Art museum
The Asiatic Society, Kolkata
22 min walk • Nestled in the bustling city of Kolkata, The Asiatic Society stands as a testament to India's rich cultural and intellectual heritage. Founded in 1784 by Sir William Jones, a British jurist and scholar, this prestigious institution has been a cornerstone in the study...
0.7 miN
Museum
Armenian College, Kolkata
19 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Kolkata, the Armenian College is a beacon of educational heritage and cultural preservation. Established in 1821, this historic institution was founded to serve the Armenian community in India, providing a nurturing environment for the education...
~1450 ftNE
Cemetery
South Park Street Cemetery, Kolkata
8 min walk • South Park Street Cemetery is located on Mother Teresa Sarani, Kolkata, India. The road used to be called Park Street, and prior to that Burial Ground Road.
0.6 miSW
Museum
Netaji Bhawan, Kolkata
15 min walk • Netaji Bhawan or Netaji Bhavan is a building maintained as a memorial and research center to the life of the Indian nationalist "Netaji" Subhas Chandra Bose in Kolkata.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Shakespeare Sarani open?

Shakespeare Sarani is open:

Monday 8 am - 11 pm
Tuesday 8 am - 11 pm
Wednesday 8 am - 11 pm
Thursday 8 am - 11 pm
Friday 8 am - 11 pm
Saturday 8 am - 11 pm
Sunday 8 am - 11 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Shakespeare Sarani?

Nearby attractions include South Park Street Cemetery, Kolkata (8 min walk), Scottish Cemetery at Calcutta, Kolkata (11 min walk), The 42, Kolkata (13 min walk), Lower Circular Road cemetery, Kolkata (14 min walk).

How to get to Shakespeare Sarani by public transport?

The nearest stations to Shakespeare Sarani:

Metro

Maidan • Lines: 1 (16 min walk)
Rabindra Sadan • Lines: 1 (16 min walk)

Tram

Park Circus (17 min walk)

Train

Park Circus (30 min walk)