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Road Trip from Kolkata to Digha – Offers a Short Yet Refreshing Break

Digha has beautiful views and entices tourists from all over to this beach destination. Stroll in the forests of casuarina and witness the waves sparkle in the last rays of the sun, in this Kolkata’s favorite beach resort. Travelers often plan a trip from Kolkata to Digha by car during the winter and summer months. This is one of the most economical destination loved by the tourists as it has the most affordable hotels and resorts and is still considered an exotic destination.

9 Top Places to Visit in Digha

1. Digha Beach

Spend all day in the golden sands of Digha in sunbathing and enjoying the views of Bay of Bengal. You can take a bath or rest under the beach shacks or umbrellas and the amazing food around will give you company. The exotic fresh seafood fried in the best of spices is any food lover’s delight. Tourists can also enjoy the adrenaline rush by taking up a variety of water sports. Rejuvenate yourself with some fresh coconut water and lip-smacking prawns in this beautiful beach destination.

2. Amarabati Park

If you are planning to do a Kolkata to Digha car hire then you must visit the Amrabati Park which is in New Digha. You hang out with friends, family, and kids here. Explore the sprawling acres of the garden with beautiful plants. There are a lot of swings and slides for the kids in this park. There is also a Ropeway ride in the park that gives you an aerial view of New Digha and you can also go for boating trips.

3. Marine Aquarium and Regional Centre

Situated on Highway 57, Marine Aquarium centre is a popular place to visit. This place has a variety of marine aquariums that gives you a glimpse of the deep sea life. Get a glimpse of exotic fish, corals, and other marine creatures like turtles and marine snakes in this aquarium. There is also a freshwater aquarium that has a good collection of fishes and aquatic plants.

4. Digha Science Centre

If you are planning a trip from Kolkata to Digha by road and you are travelling with kids then you must visit the Digha Science Center. This has amazing interactive exhibitions for little kids and adults. You can also view intergalactic stories in the planetarium. Touch the virtual reality at the 3D theatre, explore the prehistoric model of Jurassic Park in a light and sound show.

5. Casuarina Forest

If you are planning a romantic escapade in your road trip from Kolkata to Digha then apart from the beach you must explore the casaurina forests here. Art lovers, couples to photography experts love the setting of casuarina forests and the beach. The beach is quite closer and you can walk down to the beach from here.  This is located on the Old Digha Road.

6. Shankarpur Beach, Digha Overview

Situated about 15 km from Digha one of the most serene beaches near Digha is Shankarpur. Tucked away from the crowds this is an unexplored beach where fishermen sail to the sea to get their daily supply.  Tourists love watching the sunsets and sunrise in Shankarpur as it is far away from the hotels, resorts and the usual crowd of Digha.

7. Talsari Beach

Talsari is located in the Baleswar district. This is around 10 Km from Digha. You can visit this beautiful beach of Talsari lined by beautiful palm trees, sand dunes and the ocean is much calmer here. Talsari landscape also reveals cashew trees as there is an extensive cashew plantations here.  Watch the red crabs as they walk towards home in Talsarin beach. Life comes to a standstill without the usual daily grind here. Nature lovers will love this place as they get a glimpse of the vast Bay of Bengal in pristine surroundings. Being a fisherman’s paradise, Talasari is also on the banks of Subornorekha river that meets the Bay of Bengal.

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8. Udaipur Beach

The beautiful Udaipur beach is a serene exclusive sea beach. If you are planning a trip from Kolkata to Digha by road then you must take a trip to this beach. Located around 3 kilometers from Digha this is one of the most beautiful locations. This is located between New Digha and Talsari. Lined with casuarina trees and the beach shacks of the fishermen this place attracts tourists from all over.

9. New Digha Beach

 

 

This is an artificial beach that is created near Old Digha beach and is almost 2 km away from the Old Digha beach.  This is more accessible and free from crowds compared to the Old Digha Beach.

Kolkata to Digha by car

The distance from Kolkata to Digha is around 183.4 km and it takes around 3 hours 59 minutes for tourists to reach Digha. You can take the National Highway 6 till Kolaghat. From Kolaghat you can take a left turn on National Highway 41 till you reach Nandkumar. After Nandkumar take a right turn on state highway till you reach Digha. On the way you can take a break at Ramnagar and Contai.

You can hire a car rental in Kolkata to Digha by Revv. You can plan a self drive road trip and take your friends and family on this quick weekend trip to the beautiful beach destination of Digha which is also easy on the pocket. Have a memorable trip and do not forget to follow our trip suggestions.

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