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Metcalfe Hall

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👍 Really aesthetic place, very well curated. Capturing all the main aspects of the city of Kolkata, It's history, culture and heritage. The place is beautiful but the maintenance is not. We visited early in the morning and few of the video exhibits were not working. There is no AC, so it was very hot,... People often mention Kolkata, visit, Metcalfe, culture, building, city, heritage, museum, Hall, ticket,


Address

12, Strand Rd, B.B.D. Bagh, Kolkata, West Bengal 700001, India

Contact

+91 1800 212 1655

Rating on Google Maps

4.60 (2.4K reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Wednesday: 10 AM to 6 PM
  • Thursday: 10 AM to 6 PM
  • Friday: 10 AM to 6 PM
  • Saturday: 10 AM to 6 PM
  • Sunday: 10 AM to 6 PM
  • Monday: Closed
  • Tuesday: 10 AM to 6 PM

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  • 4/5 Trisa M. 1 year ago on Google
    Really aesthetic place, very well curated. Capturing all the main aspects of the city of Kolkata, It's history, culture and heritage. The place is beautiful but the maintenance is not. We visited early in the morning and few of the video exhibits were not working. There is no AC, so it was very hot, only a handful of stand fans at a few places which were also off at that time. Other than this I'll give it a 5 star.
    22 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Srijita D. 1 year ago on Google
    Snuggled amidst the historic buildings of Strand Road, Metcalfe Hall stands out in architecture and beauty. Previously the library of Lord Metcalfe, the Governor General of India, Metcalfe hall has now been transformed into a museum. To every soul out there wrapped in the nostalgia of the city, this museum is a must visit. Adorned with the tangible and intangible elements of the culture of Bengal, Metcalfe hall makes a very aesthetic place. I usually refrain from calling historic places "Instagrammable", but i admit that the pictures of this place can definitely amp up your social media. But more than that, it is an important landmark in the history of the city, and it's really commendable that the building is being used to endorse and educate more people about the Bengali culture. However, better maintenance would really suit the place better. It will get very hot and humid inside if you decide to pay a visit during the summers. There are very few fans, but otherwise it's really hot. So it might get uncomfortable. But your experience here will be memorable and priceless for sure.
    12 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Sathi B. 3 months ago on Google â€ĸ 159 reviews New
    A very well maintained architecture. You will be stunned by it. But I definitely feel they could have used such a beautiful place for something better. There were hardly any people visiting and mostly were empty and nothing much to see either, but if you love heritage architecture, you must visit once. Also they have an online booking system of tickets for which you have to scan the QR code at the booking counter and pay online. The cost of the ticket is 20 rs per person.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Engaging M. 5 months ago on Google â€ĸ 100 reviews
    Nice place for weekend visit. We went there couple of weeks ago. Art gallery was well decorated. Wall was decorated by old movies and theater poster. Inside the hall u can see different kind of antique decor items like type writting machine etc.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Anushka S. 2 years ago on Google
    I don't know which words to use to describe this very beautifully place. I had a phenomenal experience! Well phenomenal is too less to describe the wonderful experience that I had, it was an awesome, astonishing, wondrous, and a quite amazing experience. There's so much to learn from here. Infact I got to learn a lot today thanks to Metcalfe Hall. There's so much interesting information available here. And the best part of this Hall that I loved the most is the place full of movie posters. The visual aesthetics here are literally so eye pleasing 😍 I would really love to come here again and I also recommend everyone to come here.
    10 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Soumyojit S. 2 months ago on Google â€ĸ 117 reviews New
    A beautiful recreation of our city culture. Hats off to the archeological survey of India to preserve the rich cultural history of Kolkata in a very systematic manner. Definitely worth visiting if you have a similar interest. Please ensure you have booked tickets with the QR code provided in the pictures below. Only online tickets are accepted 20/- per head.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 DR VINEET N. 3 years ago on Google
    Located at 12, Strand Rd, B.B.D. Bagh, Kolkata, West Bengal 700001, Metcalfe Hall is a heritage building situated in Kolkata, India, at the junction of Strand Road and Hare Street in the heart of the city's business district. The architecture is reflective of the British imperial architecture at the middle of the nineteenth century, and visually similar to ancient Greek temples. Opened in 1844, the Metcalfe Hall was named after Sir Charles T. Metcalfe, the Governor-General of India. Presently, the ground floor houses the Asiatic Society’s rare foreign journals and manuscripts, while the first floor houses offices, exhibition galleries and a sales counter of the Archaeological Survey of India.
    8 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Neha S. 1 year ago on Google
    If you want to know more about Kolkata and it's art & culture, consider this place in your list. It's also good for tourists to visit and they can summarize all in one place. Entry fee Rs 25. You can have a look of old calcutta and some knowledge about places which were one time most famous and crowded in Kolkata.
    8 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Pankaj M. 2 years ago on Google
    Metcalfe Hall perfectly summarizes the history of Kolkata, the City of Joy. This place deserves much more popularity. It presents lots of information about heritage and history of Kolkata. Every Kolkata resident should at least visit this place once. It will surely make you nostalgic. This place is just opposite of Millennium Park. There is an online entry ticket of Rs. 20/- only. Before going to this place I never thought that it would surprise and go beyond my expectations.
    7 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Aniket D. 2 years ago on Google
    Beautifully renovated and outstanding architectural marvel with packed surprises that will take anyone through a journey of our rich arts and culture of Bengal. The entry fee is minimal and it is very well maintained by The Archaeological Survey Department.. it just a few minutes away from B.B.D Bagh Station.
    7 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Chirag Ashis S. 2 years ago on Google
    Metcalfe Hall is currently hosting a wonderful exhibition called "Ami Kolkata". It's a beautiful rendition of the essence of the city. They have incorporated art and culture from the past as well as the present. It has done justice to the unique mix of culture this city has to offer. The building is very well maintained by the Archeological Survey of India. Tickets are ₹20 if paid online and ₹25 if paid in cash. I highly recommend it to all visitors of the city and to residents too - you may discover a new fact about the city you live in and will certainly leave feeling proud.
    6 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ishita P. 2 years ago on Google
    It was a beautiful place to visit. Go check it out. If u go at the morning it's a less hassle free and you can minutely observe each and every thing. Overall I had a great time.
    6 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Krittika M. 9 months ago on Google
    A wonderful place to visit in Kolkata. The atmosphere in there is calm and quiet. One can get a clear picture of how Kolkata was in the old times. There is very well depiction of Bangali culture and tradition. There is a sculpture of our goddess Ma Durga , a big carrom board (showing club culture), a big boat with blue lighting in a huge hall. The view from its big windows are just awesome. There is a place where some old books are piled up , a typewriter , cut outs of scenes showing Bangli culture . Some snapshots of old Kolkata are being played. The ceiling of the stair case (wooden) has the old movie posters all over it. There are various other things which one can enjoy seeing. And if you have never visited Kolkata before and want to know about its history in brief you must come to visit this place to get a full clear picture of our āĻ•āĻ˛āĻ•āĻžāĻ¤āĻžāĨ¤
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Shrestha C. 6 months ago on Google
    A beautiful place in Kolkata, not very expensive to explore. Every corner holds the essence of Kolkata daily life... Bharer chaa, hand-pulled rickshaw, nouko, old photographs of howrah bridge, clay model of Maa Durga, equipments of bengali marriage, photographs of ancient Kolkata, letter box, bricks wall, a wide photo of Victoria memorial, specially a large corridor reminds me of old aristocratic houses of Kolkata. Another interesting part of this place is light & shadow and alpanas on the floor. The architecture located at the strand road, Kolkata is a reflective of the British imperial architecture at the middle of the nineteenth century.
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Lisa S. 3 months ago on Google â€ĸ 8 reviews New
    One of the finest bengali cultural and aesthetic museum I have ever visited. It takes you back in time through history. The museum is well decorated. The environment is nice which I liked and you can click a lot of pictures. It was an awesome experience to visit this place.
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Sourish A. 2 months ago on Google â€ĸ 59 reviews New
    An unique museum related to the city of joy. Loved it. Different kind of vibes inside after watching history of Calcutta, freedom fighters, and traditional equipments and the statue of goddess Durga. And also posters of famous Bengali films
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Anshuman P. 3 months ago on Google â€ĸ 23 reviews New
    Great place. During the weekend the place is relatively less crowded. The place has a plethora of items and photos. Photography is allowed with phones and DSLR (without the flash). The staff is very cooperative and helpful. Tickets are now booked online and paid via UPI. Nearby places: St John's Church, RBI Museum and Millenium Park (Heritage Cruise).
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Aurab D. 4 years ago on Google
    A gem in the city. A latest addition to the tourist attractions in the city of joy. Metcalfe Hall, facing the river Ganges is a building built in British era. The building is now converted into a musuem. The musuem showcases the journey of Kolkata- it's life, culture,food, tradition, sports. If you are a history loving person then this place will amaze you. There is a entry ticket. The building remains closed on Mondays. The place has good connectivity from across Kolkata.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Mainak D. 3 years ago on Google
    Junction of the strand road and hare st , near of millennium park , new Secretariat building this place is situated. Now this place is under Archeological Survey of India , they now converted this place into a museum under the Ami Kolkata. On the ground floor you will witness the history of bengali cinema then on 1st floor and second floor you will find the history of our culture true essence of kolkata. Ticket price is 20 per head , you have to go there and scan the barcode and after completion of payment by online you will able to download tickets.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 SUBHADIP C. 2 years ago on Google
    Metcalfe Hall was built in the mid 19th century in honour of Charles Metcalfe, officiating Governor General of India in 1835-36, who later served as Governor General of Canada. The building was designed by C.K.Robinson in classical Greek style and is noted for its colonnades supported by massive Corinthian columns. Metcalfe hall is a grand heritage building which houses a museum on the culture of Kolkata. Its a great place to start your discovery of Kolkata. Initially, this building was used as a public library. The books collected here eventually formed the nucleus of the National Library, now located in Alipore. In the 20th century, the condition of the building gradually deteriorated and its main entrance towards Strand Road was sealed off. Its ground floor was being used by the Asiatic Society, while the first floor was occupied by the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI). It was declared a protected monument in 1992. It reopened as a museum in 2019 after extensive restoration. On the occasion of the bicentenary of the birth of Sir William Jones (1746) the Council in 1946 resolved to open a new series under the title Monographs on special subjects. The first publication of the series was published in 1946 under the title Asvaghosa authored by Dr. B. C. Law. Subsequently, the Monograph Series was enriched by the contributions of eminent scholars like S. K. Mitra, R. C. Majumdar, Sudhir Ranjan Das, Suniti Kumar Chatterji, B. N. Mukherjee, Pratapaditya Pal, David J. McCutchion and et al.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Sayani G. 2 years ago on Google
    It's a great experience but the ticket counter take an exam over our patience level. They take ticket fees by online by qr code scanning but it had a long process. You have to scan it by your phone scanner not by any online payment apo after that go to that side type your name how many adults and children will went in with one person's adhar or pan card or voter card number phone number that they provide a link to pay after that payment download the pdf than show them after that again sign in on a book I was like please let us enter now.. But after reaching inside all my frustration vanished in just some seconds. Best place for those who were artists or photographers or grafic designer.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Anwesa S. 2 years ago on Google
    A lovely and aesthetic place where every corner is so beautiful that you cannot but click pictures there. Decoration is really nice and background music too.. I'll recommend everyone to give this place a visit, else you'll miss a lot.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Tamasa P. 9 months ago on Google
    Exhibition of the finest Traditional and Cultural Heritage of our beloved Kolkata, from Cinema to Books and Art to Artists and many more. Standing tall the 180 years old building itself is the greatest attraction of the Place.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Saumen S. 9 months ago on Google
    A hidden gem of kolkata... Nice to visit in the weekend with full family... A museum dedicated to the rich bengali culture and aesthetics... Nicely decorated with iconic bengali things life hand pulled riksaw, durga idol and many pictures of clasdic bengali movies...
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Ananya P. 6 months ago on Google
    A really nice place to visit during weekends or holidays. Provides glimpses of every nukes and corners the city has to offer. Have an hour or so in order to go through each rooms or galleries rather. Clicking pictures are allowed but videography is not. The only problem with the place is its gatekeeper. Arrogant and rude. The authorities should immediately do something about it. The ticket costs 20 rs per head for an Indian citizen. Carry a valid photo id proof with you.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Soumyadeep N. 4 years ago on Google
    The exclusive Heritage Building with long Gothic Pillars at the crossing of Strand Road and Hare Street was opened to the public in 1844. Metcalfe Hall, 12 Strand Road stands just opposite to Millenium Park is an exclusive example of Colonial period British Neoclassical Architecture. The river facing building construction started in 1840 under the design of city magistrate, C.K. Robinson and named after Sir Charles T. Metcalfe, the Governor-General of India, for his efforts of a free press. The building was also used by Indian Museum, Archaeological Survey of India (Sales Counter) and Asiatic Society
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Puja D. 3 years ago on Google
    Beautiful place. You will feel nostalgic and will again fall in love with the city of joy. The rich cultural heritage is very carefully and marvellously shown through many pictures and short films. Highly recommend!!!!
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 ABHIROOPBH 2 years ago on Google
    Metcalfe Hall is located opposite of Millenium Park,beside of SCI. It is an archaeological museum of two floors containing various old photographs and paintings. Basically art gallery type. Good ,quite place for enjoying weekends and also people can check out river cruise which is on the walk opposite to Metcalfe Hall for a perfect, beautiful evening. The entry fees is 20 rupees and is paid online either by Qr scanner or by visiting the website.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Kunal B. 2 years ago on Google
    Visited this location just before the sites got closed due to second covid19 wave... Post the first covid19 wave when this site reopened...they planned to make tickets available only online... We downloaded and paid for the ticket via Gpay...entry fee was ₹20...this place is maintained by ASI... The building is a British time building which has been restored and transformed into a museum... The museum contains relics and historical images and cultural things of Bengal... It is a worth visiting site... Should be on your must visit site list...
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Imran A. 1 year ago on Google
    It was an awesome experience to know more about Bengali culture and history. It's the most aesthetic museum i have ever been to. It looks awesome and is the best place for pictures and trips with family and friends. High on my list of places a foreigner should travel.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Kamolinee D. 1 year ago on Google
    There isn't much to see but what i can say adamantly is that whatever they have is put together really well. You'll find vintage posters and advertisements framed up on the wall as you make your way up to the first floor. You'll get some pretty aesthetic angles along the banister if you wish to take pictures. There's more upstairs but I won't give any further spoilers, you should go visit the place yourself and witness what the authorities have put on display. Tickets cost only 20 bucks which is pretty affordable. You won't be disappointed :)
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Chandrani Dey 0. 10 months ago on Google
    This place can be described by the words Nostalgia, Love, Calmness. Great place with a marvelous architecture. The way how Kolkata is stored within this mansion will make you addicted to visit this place again and again and again. It'll be helpful if you carry one of your ID proof during visiting this place.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Arindita D. 2 months ago on Google â€ĸ 41 reviews New
    Hats off to the Archaeological Survey of India for the work of restoration. These heritage sites of Kolkata need to have more enthusiasts to keep them lively. It's sad to see people are selecting these sites for their pre wedding shoot and authorities are allowing this while instructing other tourists not to take any videos inside!!

  • 5/5 Gautam H. 4 years ago on Google
    It's location is next to the New Secretariat Building, Kolkata. It was erected to perpetuate the memory of Lord Metcalfe, Governor General of India, 1835-36. The order of architecture is taken from the portio of the temple of the winds at Athens and the design was chosen by the Mr. C. K. Robinson, giving it extremely much appearance of a Greek temple of lofty storey. It is declared as centrally protected monument in 1992. It is superbly maintained by the Archaeology Survey of India. Lord Metcalfe instituted a number of important reforms, chief among which was freedom of the press. He was called "Liberator of the Indian Press". To mark Metcalfe's actions towards freedom of the press, it was decided to set up a Public Library. The construction was started in 1840 and completed in 1844. Now it is a heritage building in the heart of the city. It is a knowledge center of Kolkata City. It is a miniature of Kolkata City. It enlightens us that the College Street, book market, is the largest second hand book market in the world. Fort William College made Kolkata a center for polyglot literary practice and orientalist scholarships. Raja Ram Mohun Roy, Mir Aman, Abdul Kalam Azad, Sarat Chandra Chatterjee, William Carey, Iswar Chandra Vidyasagar, Peary Chand Mitra, Bankim Chandra Chatterjee, Rassundari Dasi, Upendra Kishore Raichaudhuri, Sukumar Roy, Satyajit Ray, Lila Majumdar, Abanindranath Tagore, Bhibhutibhusan, Tarasankar, Manik, Rajsekhar, Mahasweta Devi, Ashapurna Debi, Derozio, Michael, Rabindranath (Nobel for Gitanjali). The earliest literature in the dramatic form were the indigenous Jatra Palas. We are informed art like William Hodges, Abanindranath Tagore, Gagenendranath Tagore, Nandalal Bose, Ramkinkar Baej, Ganesh Pyne, Paritosh Sen. Colonial Calcutta in the 18th century saw dance by the courtesans or baiji's, who performed at the mansions of the wealthy, which involved mainly Kathak in the Awadhi style of Lucknow. Rabindranath Tagore produced a mixture of Manipuri, Kathakali and folk forms. Udoy Shankar. Here we come to know that Mr.Stephens started to produce cinema in 1897. The first Bengali film Dhiren Ganguly's Bilet Pherat, released in 1921. Pramathesh Barua, Kanan Debi, Pankaj Mullick, K. L. Saigal, Debaki Bose, Satyajit Ray's Pather Panchali (1955) became a land mark of world cinema. Ritwik Ghatak, Mrinal Sen, Tapan Sinha. It enables us to know the music of Kolkata. Kabigan, Akhrai, Tappa attracted the imagination of the Bengal's. Ramnidhi Gupta, Kali Mirza, Ramprosad Sen, Bhola Moira. Nawab Wajid Ali Shah's arrival in 1858 was the key in the development of classical music. Kazi Nazrul Islam, Ut. Ali Akbar Khan, Ut. Amjad Ali Khan, Pt. Nikhil Banerjee, Pt. Ravisankar, Hemanta Mukherjee, K. L. Saigal, Shyamal Mitra, Manna Dey, Sandhya Mukhopadhy. Kolkata has been the cradle of thought for the nation and the world. The city has birthed and nurtured thinkers, revolutionaries, scholars and adventurers. Kolkata is a melting pot of cultures of people, cuisines and architecture. By the banks of the river Hooghly, there is a neighborhood in north Kolkata where the God and Goddess are born....in clay. It is a spiritual place. Few wise persons relating to the city are Sri Ramakrishna, Swami Vivekananda, Keshab Sen, Swami Pranabananda, Sister Nivedita, Sri Aurobinda, Swami Abhedananda, Swami Prabhupada, Ma Sarada Devi, Anandamoyee Ma, Mother Teresa. Few great politicians are Bipin Pal, S. N. Banerjee, Deshbandhu C. R. Das, Netaji Subash Bose, Aurobinda Ghosh etc. The great scientist are Acharya Sir P. C. Roy, S. N. Bose, J. C. Bose. Large part of Kolkata's sense of identity is rooted in its past. Now many people follow the policy of give and take ie mutual concessions and compromises. Here Metcalfe Hall's entry is free. We express sincere gratitude, thankfulness and appreciation of kindness to the ASI, the Government of India and the Government of West Bengal. The ASI enables to continue to keep a very good maintenance by checking/ repairing it regularly. There's a clean bathroom.
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  • 5/5 Feen B. 3 years ago on Google
    Really love this place.. Awesome behavior of every staff.
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  • 5/5 PRITAM D. 2 years ago on Google
    Recently renovated and restored. Ticket price is just 20/- per person. You can spend hours here. One of the best part is not much crowded and parking also available.
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  • 5/5 Sharad G. 2 years ago on Google
    Beautiful building with a beautiful MUST SEE Kolkata heritage museum. Well you presented and engagingâ€Ļ wish there was a gift shop and cafe and proper signage outside. There’s NO SIGN outside indicating such an amazing museum exists within!!?
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  • 5/5 Moumita K. 2 years ago on Google
    Wonderful place for pre wedding photoshoot
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  • 5/5 Bidisha M. 2 years ago on Google
    This place is an underrated, undiscovered gem❤ī¸đŸ‘Œmust visit for all the Kolkata lovers❤ī¸go spend some quality time with your loved ones!!
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  • 5/5 Shreyashi Pal 2. 2 years ago on Google
    It is a beautifully restored place. The government has really put serious efforts to save this precious heritage site. It is well decorated and showcases what Kolkata truly stands for. It also represents the different dimensions of the city and its rich history. The entry fees was Rs. 25 (as of November 2021) and I must say that is worth every rupee. Definitely a place where you can take your family and spend time exploring. One thing is that people who have issues with knees or legs in general can try to avoid the place because there are staircases everywhere.
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  • 5/5 Rangoli G. 1 year ago on Google
    It's a heritage building of Kolkata. I don't know how to describe but every corner of this building beautifully decorated with Kolkata culture. If you want to know how was the old Kolkata you have to visit once here. Ticket price -25/-. Time - 10 to 5pm everyday except holiday and Monday. Mobile photography allowed but not camera. Required any ID proof.
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  • 5/5 Subhadeep B. 1 year ago on Google
    An Absolute Hidden Gem for Kolkata or Nostalgic "Calcutta" Lovers. It's an Heritage building of the British era, just opposite of Millennium park. Tickets available there... Online price are Rs. 5 lesser. Perfect for hangout in evening.
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  • 4/5 Devasmita K. 1 year ago on Google
    This place is quite underrated, so if you want to visit somewhere which is not crowded even on Christmas week, you should definitely check out this place. The best part about this place is that every corner of this building is photogenic. You can ask a cameraman to take pictures of you in the same position from 10 different angles and believe me, all of them will be to your liking. Entry fee is ₹20 rupees and it has to be payed using UPI. Pro tip : try not to visit this place with kids because they will be bored to death and you'll be done with this place within 30 minutes max.
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  • 5/5 Anupama R. 1 year ago on Google
    It's a beautiful place by the river, it's not overwhelmingly large and keeps you engaged. The architecture is stunning. The display is colourful, even if it's incomplete. The wall of framed posters is vivid and amazing. Definitely give it a visit on a languid afternoon.
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  • 4/5 Meghna C. 5 months ago on Google
    This place is excellent to get a glimpse of the beauty of vintage Bengali culture. It takes about an hour and half to explore the entire museum and the ambience is extremely aesthetic. Due to dim lights, we didn't find it ideal for a photoshoot also videography isn't allowed. The entry ticket costs Rs 20 per person and the payment is only accepted in UPI, cash payment isn't accepted, everyone should carry valid ID proof. Overall, it's a nice place to visit with family and friends.
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  • 5/5 Sandip D. 7 months ago on Google
    A beautiful heritage of Kolkata. It was a place to enjoy with friends, or loved ones. Even if you are a solo traveller you must visit this place. The gigantic doors, windows, the magnificent art work, alpona on the ceiling, the traditional attire of a bengali groom to maa durga, everything you can witness within 30 mins. There is even a wall full of old post boxes showcasing the different ethnicities living together in Kolkata. A must visit place for all history lovers. This place is named after Lord Metcalfe only. Ticket price 20 rupees only, need to purchase via online.
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  • 5/5 Namrata S. 6 months ago on Google
    The best heritage museum to visit. The place is really aesthetic and the decoration using photographs, post boxes, books etc. is really appreciable. I personally found it very photogenic and cool. The place is in the opposite of milenium park (as I don't know the spelling). Ok so you have to buy tickets from online from the gate so make sure that you have online payment.
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  • 4/5 Soumik S. 2 months ago on Google â€ĸ 33 reviews New
    The Metcalfe Hall, erected in 1844, commemorates Lord Metcalfe, Governor General of India from 1835-36. Designed by Mr. C. K. Robinson, it mimics the Greek temple style of the Temple of the Winds in Athens. Declared a centrally protected monument in 1992, the Archaeology Survey of India impeccably maintains it. Lord Metcalfe, renowned as the "Liberator of the Indian Press," initiated significant reforms, including press freedom. In acknowledgment, a Public Library was constructed alongside this monument in 1844, now a heritage building in Kolkata, serving as a knowledge hub for the city.

  • 5/5 subhabrata p. 4 years ago on Google
    Located at the crossing of Hare street and strand road, it is currently housing " Ami Kolkata" exhibition which captures the true essence and living culture of the city. This place is highly recommended to understand the city better. Metcalf Hall remains open Tuesday to Sunday , 10 am to 5 pm . Entry is free and photography is allowed.
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  • 4/5 Shalini Guha T. 4 years ago on Google
    In 1844 the then Governor General Lord Metcalfe established this hall with 4675 books. Now this hall is turned into a small museum. It remains open from 10am to 5pm except Monday and National Holiday.
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  • 5/5 Suranjan H. 4 years ago on Google
    Very nice place. Well decorated. Just beside ganga ghat. Nearest ferry ghat is shipping corporation.
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  • 5/5 Souvik S. 4 years ago on Google
    Located near the millennium park. This museum building is saturated with rich heritage of Calcutta and bengal of that time. There are options of audio visuals, digital descriptions with pictures and lot more. You can find here many staffs preserved that have no use in modern times. You'll feel nostalgic after watching and experiencing of these rich heritage.
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  • 5/5 rRUPAM DUTTA C. 4 years ago on Google
    Historical building
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  • 5/5 priti s. 3 years ago on Google
    Go here if you like to introduce yourself with the real culture of kolkata.. It's really amazing.. Only a ticket of 20 (INR) is needed which you can get only by scanning their QR code (provided by them) with your mobile.
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  • 5/5 Rupsa G. 3 years ago on Google
    Metcalfe hall was a lovely place. If you want to take a sneak peek into British Calcutta then this is the perfect place. Also if you are new to Calcutta then this place will give you a nice idea about Kolkata. There was a lot of information on Bengali Films and some beautiful sequences which you will surely love....If you want to take a tour of Calcutta make sure to add this place in your checklist...
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  • 5/5 Ayan C. 3 years ago on Google
    I just chanced upon visiting this place and I was spellbound by the grandeur of this building and the rich variety of the museum inside. The museum takes you through the rich heritage of Kolkata and bengali cinema through a plethora of posters and pictures and at the same time takes you back in the rustic days of Kolkata. It will simply make you nostalgic. You can buy tickets here only via online modes so make sure you have a QR scanner app installed on your phone and carry a valid ID card. If you are travelling in a group just one person needs to mandatorily carry the ID card.
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  • 4/5 Prince D. 3 years ago on Google
    Good but not that much huge. One time visit place
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  • 5/5 Debayan 3 years ago on Google
    It's a museum located on Strand Road ,BBD Bag portraying the local culture of Bengal..entry fee is Rs. 20 per person
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  • 5/5 Souvik K. 3 years ago on Google
    It's an amazing museum and must visit for Calcutta lovers. A rich architectural heritage situated beside the river Ganges. It's an wonderful place to take your friends and family. The ticket fare is Rs. 20. You have to scan a QR Code to buy tickets for which you require a ID. Overall it was a good experience. Must visit!
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  • 5/5 Budhaditya S. 3 years ago on Google
    A must visit for Kolkata lovers.. It has every vibes of all time Kolkata since time immemorial.. A perfect blend of its heritage and flavour❤ī¸â¤ī¸â¤ī¸â¤ī¸
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  • 5/5 AVISEK P. 3 years ago on Google
    Metcalfe Hall was built in the mid 19th century in honour of Charles Metcalfe, officiating Governor General of India in 1835-36, who later served as Governor General of Canada. The building was designed by C.K.Robinson in classical Greek style and is noted for its colonnades supported by massive Corinthian columns. The building has been painstakingly restored and the exhibits have been carefully selected. There is no entry fee. Metcalfe Hall is certainly worth a visit for both residents of and visitors to the city. It is a beautifully restored heritage building with interesting displays conjuring the essence of Kolkata, including a video display in the entrance of finger puppetry which is magical. Do go to imagine bygone Calcutta Raj receptions , and have an excellent introduction to why we all love the City so much.
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  • 4/5 Theodora Cecilia G. 3 years ago on Google
    It is located exactly opposite Millenium park... We went there on Saraswati Puja... It was extremely crowded.. In order to buy the tickets, you need to scan the QR code which is mentioned in a poster at the entrance.. Tickets have to be booked online.. The cost was only Rs 20.. Please carry any valid ID such as voter ID, pan card or aadhaar card, as you need to put in these details while booking the ticket.. The museum is based on the theme 'Ami Kolkata'... It is a wonderful place to visit for Bengalis as well as people who are interested to learn about the culture and rich heritage of Bengal..
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  • 4/5 Debabrata R. 2 years ago on Google
    Peaceful place with lots of beautiful pictures of kolkata
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  • 4/5 Puku P. 2 years ago on Google
    Very Pretty and picturesque! Right opposite Millennium park. There is 20rs entry fee that you can pay through paytm or a qr scanner.
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  • 5/5 Supratim Sur R. 2 years ago on Google
    Bengal- bengali calture- and beautification ,- something beyond expectations. Be there for blissfully mesmerized.
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  • 5/5 Rider & Solo Traveller M. 2 years ago on Google
    A model Kolkata is present inside this building. This building was built during British era and was in bad condition. After taken by ASI restoration is done and made a kolkata-museum. The Bengali culture is property portraid here with subtle rituals and arts of bengalis. 1) shola culture during Bengali marriage. 2) Adda with carom board 3) Durga puja 4) morning tea to evening singing class 5) alpona - the manual art using rice dust paste. 6) cinema, poetry, prose, drama, song, theaters... All are can be seen here. Ticket - 20 INR , can be booked by internet through ASI site. Protography is allowed.
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  • 4/5 Suchandra B. 2 years ago on Google
    A snapshot of the culture of Kolkata. Not just artefacts, but pictures and essence of Calcutta through the sounds and sights were provided in it. The only thing i felt is there is nothing written in Bengali as captions or explanations, yet this museum is speaking about kolkata culture, sounds, sites, music, movies and books.
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  • 5/5 Priyanka K. 2 years ago on Google
    Metcalfe Hall is one of a hetitage building in kolkata.It's located just the opposite of the shipping corporation building. This museum has brought it to culture of kolkata.This place is not crowed at all so,you can see everything carefully.Photography allowed .Entry fees- 20/-(online),25/-(offline).
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  • 5/5 Samik K. 2 years ago on Google
    One of the iconic buildings of kolkata â€Ļ built in 1840-44 it used to house public library. Now it is renovated and converted to a gallery showcasing the cultural heritage of the great city
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  • 5/5 Debtanu M. 1 year ago on Google
    Wow!!!!! Wonderful..... If you want to familiar yourself or to somone other with the heritage and culture of bengal then you must visit this place, the architecture of the building, the presentations with some beautiful photographs and arts piece will definitely place you in to the world of bengal. The place is also very quite. The only thing I have noticed bad that if you visit this in summer days then you may feel hot as there few stand fans in few corners in this large Hall. Apart from this it is a must visit place for all citizens of west Bengal and it's guests.
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  • 5/5 Sayak G. 11 months ago on Google
    A must visit place for tourists. It holds the old charm of the city. The building reflects the British Architecture of Victorian age. There is a museum inside very well maintained.
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  • 4/5 Sattik M. 1 year ago on Google
    I don't think so not many people know about this place but yeah definitely worth a visit if you haven't. Would recommend to book the tickets in advance that is Rs20 & even if you don't you can do it there by scanning the QR code. It holds somewhat of the rich diversity this city has in terms of culture and art. I visited this place in March and as there are no AC it's very hot . Really good place for taking pictures.
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  • 4/5 Tina N. 6 months ago on Google
    This place's ambience is so beautiful, ❤ī¸ you can find our Kolkata, the city belongs to various cultures,pleasent sides. Such lovely lighting, posters, photos,the decor, everything except the wait to buy tickets, and excessive heat,sweats.😅 But I'm sure if someone visit this place they will fell in love just like me. 🌚â™Ĩī¸ E Ticket is only 20 rupees.
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  • 4/5 arpita s. 6 months ago on Google
    Nice place for spending short leisure time. Provide glimpse of entire kolkata. But this place is too small to represent entire bengali culture. Innovation has been identified but lack of proper maintainace has ruined some attractive masterpiece. Online ticket booking system is much more complex for the young people too.
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  • 5/5 Sujan S. 4 months ago on Google
    Historical place.....the ambience and representation of old calcutta is magnanimous. Good place if you want to take some good photos.... Carry adhaar card and need to pay entry fee
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  • 5/5 Aritro R. 3 years ago on Google
    Represents the true culture and heritage of Bengal. Everyone in Kolkata, should visit this place atleast once. You won't be disappointed.

  • 5/5 Maitreyee C. 4 years ago on Google
    A beautiful place to experience the heritage of Kolkata. This place is very well maintained. A lesser known tourist spot of this city. People who are related to film and photography should visit this place.

  • 4/5 Tamaghno C. 4 years ago on Google
    Just across Millenium Park, it's a pretty sweet place for bong couples as well as intellectuals to cherish Calcutta's past. And it's free, it's awesomely maintained, doesn't attract much crowd. Overall it's a niche place and if you're bored at home, must go check it out for once.

  • 5/5 Aby B. 4 years ago on Google
    A nice place, would take max, an hr to look around. Millennium park is nearby, so you can spend some time there as well. Makes for a great evening trip. Open Tuesday thru Sunday. Monday closed. Timings - 10am to 5 pm.

  • 5/5 DIPAK P. 4 years ago on Google
    An under rated place. A must visit place for the heritage tour enthusiasts. Many antique pieces are to explore. Interesting shadowgraphy and video shows are played.

  • 5/5 saswata r. 4 years ago on Google
    It's a opportunity to discover a new kolkata in a nutshell. Marvellous ambience. It will rejuvenate your nostalgia.

  • 5/5 SHANKHA S. 3 years ago on Google
    Excellent exhibition of ancient Bengali movies as well as a spectacle of the rich heritage of Kolkata

  • 4/5 william s. 3 years ago on Google
    A quaint,quiet museum situated bang opposite Millennium Park showcasing the changing times of our beloved city Kolkata with a good collection of the pictures from the bygone era of the Bengali film industry and other interesting memorabilia. Definitely worth a visit especially for photographers. Children will also have a good time.

  • 5/5 Jayanta K G. 3 years ago on Google
    Expect to witness the finesse of Neo Gothic and Neo Classic Architecture.

  • 4/5 Twinkle R. 3 years ago on Google
    Best place

  • 5/5 SAYAN C. 3 years ago on Google
    Built after the famous Temple of Winds, Athens, an ideal snapshot of THE CITY OF JOY Since its birth, the city has experienced supremacy of several dynasties, sheltered people from different origin, taste, religion and gradually emerged as a culturally eloquent cosmopolitan city in the entire world. That very feel of harmony and confluence are well illustrated by its ancient structures and sculptures, paintings, movie posters, books, snaps of classic Bengalee rituals and what not?! Situated at the crossing of Hare street and Strand Road by the side of the Ganges. An ideal one stop for the people who empathize with its evolution and breath in its air!!! It's Metcalfe Hall for you!!!

  • 5/5 Ankit C. 3 years ago on Google
    Nice museum Kolkata

  • 5/5 Somnath S. 3 years ago on Google
    Love this place

  • 5/5 Subhendu G. 4 years ago on Google
    I Love this place ... kolkata city of joy

  • 5/5 Sayantan C. 4 years ago on Google
    Great remark of nostalgic Kolkata ?

  • 4/5 Sourav G. 4 years ago on Google
    Nice place to visit and knowing ancient Kolkata

  • 4/5 Aritra B. 4 years ago on Google
    Good place for Kolkata lovers

  • 5/5 Shreyasi P. 4 years ago on Google
    AMAZING

  • 5/5 Anushka B. 4 years ago on Google
    Very nice place

  • 5/5 Sanhita D. 4 years ago on Google
    A very good place.. And I feel it's the best place to know our kolkata specially for outsider & foreigners.. And also a very eye soothing place for us who live in the city of joy..

  • 5/5 Dhrubajyoti P. 4 years ago on Google
    Never realised that this old Metcalf Building would be transformed in to gallery for for old Calcutta. The pictures, the memorabilia and the carrom board is fabulous. The old rickshaw. The film posters bring back memories of the old.

  • 5/5 Mohit P. 4 years ago on Google
    Excellent overview of kolkatta and the essence of kolkatta

  • 5/5 Soumyajyoti B. 4 years ago on Google
    The recently renovated archaeological site currently showcases the cultural heritage of Kolkata. Everything that makes a person nostalgic about kolkata and bengali culture has been showcased here. There are also video and digital documentaries in here which gives a brief introduction about Kolkata. Anyone who loves Kolkata or wants to know more about Kolkata will going enjoy this place. Entry fee Rs. 25. Monday closed.

  • 5/5 Kinkini B. 4 years ago on Google
    Absolutely beautiful, captures the essence of Kolkata if you have only an hour to explore

  • 4/5 Arnab B. 4 years ago on Google
    Vintage

  • 5/5 Ritu B. 4 years ago on Google
    Must see!

  • 5/5 Raktima N. 4 years ago on Google
    Love the ambience

  • 4/5 Shekhar Kumar D. 4 years ago on Google
    Lovely Place, If you want to Know about Kolkata then come here ....

  • 4/5 abhilash k. 4 years ago on Google
    Old hall built during british period 19th century named after British administrator with great british architecture. Now it is used for history collection bengali film industry.

  • 4/5 AFTAB A. 4 years ago on Google
    Very nice place

  • 4/5 Susmita C. 4 years ago on Google
    Metcalfe Hall is a memorial of Sire Metcalfe and a complete guide for ancient Calcutta to today's Kolkata. It has everything beautifully showcased with details. Ground floor, there is a gallery with photos from movies, renowned directors, caleidoscop of Kolkata. The three fold staircase is more like a hall of fame. And the Bengali culture in the first floor.

  • 5/5 KAUSIK DUTTA K. 4 years ago on Google
    Vey nice and beautiful place to hangout or explore the reach and heritage kolkatas beauty, music,culture, films,paintings. Delightful for eyes. The place has been well decorated with pictures of the gems of kolkata.

  • 5/5 Anubhuti B. 4 years ago on Google
    Amazing exhibition!

  • 4/5 Nedup Gyatso L. 4 years ago on Google
    Filled with a rich cultural heritage of Bengal and it's cinematic history

  • 5/5 Goutam D. 4 years ago on Google
    Good Place.. everyone can go with his/her family

  • 5/5 Prezaa B. 4 years ago on Google
    Tell others you loved this place.

  • 5/5 Trisha S. 4 years ago on Google
    One of the best museum in kolkata.

  • 5/5 Lincoln M. 4 years ago on Google
    A Historical place of KOLKATA. Must visit...

  • 5/5 Suparno R. 3 years ago on Google
    Great Place for people that are extremely fond of the cultural excellence of Bengal and Bengalies. The Art, Literature, Cinema, Music & rich Heritage of Bengal - is beautifully expressed through image & Video representation, Informations, artworks and respect for the Culture. IMPORTANT NOTE : The Entry is not free - You have to take tickets through online, of Rs. 20 for each person(Indian Citizen), at the Entry of the Hall.

  • 5/5 Bidesh R. 3 years ago on Google
    A wonderful place to have o viee o current kolkata and its past really a must visit place

  • 5/5 Shuvodeep D. 3 years ago on Google
    An amazing place for art lovers and enthusiasts of Bengali filmography.

  • 4/5 Siddhartha C. 3 years ago on Google
    It may be a must visit place for culture lover people of Kolkata. Here you can enjoy the real culture & essence of Kolkata along with west Bengal . The of heritage building of the hall is one the attractive thing to see. If you are a real fan & lover of Kolkata city then it will be a valuable achievement for you to visit here.

  • 5/5 Rajdeep B. 3 years ago on Google
    A great place to spend some time. This place is all about old Kolkata's heritage. Entry ticket is ₹20 per head. Due to covid situation ticket counter is closed. You need scan a qr code displayed there or need to directly type the url in your mobile browser to open the ticket booking page. An official id number like voter id, pan id is needed to book tickets. No need to carry physical id card. Then you have to pay online for booked tickets. The place has 3 floors. 1st floor mainly about āĻ†āĻ˛āĻĒāĻ¨āĻž, 2nd floor is about Satyajit Roy, 3rd floor is about old Kolkata's photographs, durga idol etc..

  • 5/5 Sourav D. 3 years ago on Google
    Hidden gem of Kolkata

  • 4/5 Sanjukta M. 3 years ago on Google
    The place has awesome collection of our city's old culture.

  • 5/5 Ankita D. 3 years ago on Google
    Awesome place. just loved it.

  • 5/5 S M N. 3 years ago on Google
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  • 5/5 Prasenjit P. 3 years ago on Google
    awesome place

  • 5/5 Siddhartha Kumar p. 3 years ago on Google
    It's osm please

  • 5/5 Sumon D. 3 years ago on Google
    Very nice place..well decorated inside, good for photography

  • 5/5 Maloy P. 3 years ago on Google
    Nice,clean & place for learn our city

  • 4/5 Suranjana C. 3 years ago on Google
    It's visually attractive but to enter you have to scan and get tickets.There are no alternatives. scanning part malfunctions sometimes.you can spend a good one hour there.good for a one time visit. Photo(instagram: @suru_expl)

  • 5/5 Arunika G. 3 years ago on Google
    I loved this place

  • 4/5 Susmita S. 3 years ago on Google
    Very nice decoration. Museum full of culture and heritage of kolkata. ❤

  • 5/5 shankar s. 3 years ago on Google
    Classic example of British era.

  • 5/5 Indrani 3 years ago on Google
    It's a beautiful place..

  • 4/5 Agouna S. 3 years ago on Google
    Just loved this place

  • 5/5 Sayanendra Narayan B. 3 years ago on Google
    Very nostalgic ... I love my Kolkata.💓💓💓

  • 5/5 trinetra g. 3 years ago on Google
    Awesome bengali cultural exhibits. Nicely curated. Must visit place of kolkata

  • 5/5 Sudipta B. 3 years ago on Google
    Heritage of Kolkata excellent photographs good ambience

  • 5/5 Susmita S. 3 years ago on Google
    Awesome place , very clean... Builted with Kolkata's famous things

  • 4/5 Rahul C. 3 years ago on Google
    A beautiful way to tell the story about Ami Kolkata ❤ī¸.

  • 5/5 Subhadip S. 3 years ago on Google
    Good place for visit

  • 5/5 debabrata s. 3 years ago on Google
    Beautiful place 😍

  • 5/5 Ritorupa M. 3 years ago on Google
    Amazing

  • 5/5 Riya P. 3 years ago on Google
    Very good place

  • 5/5 Supratik N. 3 years ago on Google
    Very nice decorated photogenic place.

  • 4/5 Hasi k. 3 years ago on Google
    Wonderful place just loved the ambiance

  • 4/5 avishek g. 3 years ago on Google
    Nice

  • 5/5 ATANU G. 3 years ago on Google
    Nice Informative place

  • 4/5 Suman D. 3 years ago on Google
    Metcalfe Hall is a heritage building situated in Kolkata, at the junction of Strand Road and Hare Street

  • 4/5 Rinika g. 3 years ago on Google
    Beautiful place....Bengali heritage & culture preserved here....

  • 5/5 Saroj B. 3 years ago on Google
    It's a meuseum about old kolkata. It is a Very nice place . I loved the place.

  • 4/5 Aniruddha N. 3 years ago on Google
    Nicely renovated by Archeological Survey of India. One can see the posters of various Bengali cinemas which belongs to the golden era. Also several extracts of British colonial age are here. A nice hand Shadowgraphy show is mesmerising.

  • 5/5 Susmita S. 3 years ago on Google
    It is an wonderful place...... Fantastic environment and also not crowded too much

  • 5/5 Tanmoy M. 3 years ago on Google
    Metcalfe hall is a lovely place. If you want to take a sneak peek into British Calcutta then this is the perfect place. There was a lot of information on bengali films and some beautiful sequences which you will surely love 😍

  • 3/5 Preetam M. 3 years ago on Google
    Metcalfe hall!! When I first visited the place I was not sure whether it is open for public. After entering the premises I found a detailed board on the left hand side, written about the place which elaborates full history of this building. Actually it is constructed on the memory of Metcalfe but Now It is treated as a exhibition center / museum kind of place.

  • 5/5 Shubham D. 3 years ago on Google
    Nostalgic place.. Also great for photography.

  • 4/5 Souhridya M. 3 years ago on Google
    The structure of the building is very similar to ancient Greek temples.Before entering you have to scan a qr code after that an online form will appear where you must remember your PAN card number and AADHAR card number;pay the ticket price(Rs.20 each) and you can enter the building.The building is maintained by the Archaeological Survey of India. Inside the building you will get a nostalgic feeling of Kolkata.There are posters of cult classic movies of Bengali movie industry,old advertisements of soaps,Horlicks etc.,bioscopes,typewriters,paintings.This place is good for instagram pictures.

  • 5/5 Anwesha R. 3 years ago on Google
    It is very nice place.. will visit again..

  • 5/5 Subarna D. 3 years ago on Google
    Wonderful place.

  • 5/5 Arpita G. 3 years ago on Google
    Excellent place to visit

  • 5/5 Subhabrata G. 3 years ago on Google
    They should sell physical tickets also. Wonderful experience.

  • 5/5 Bishal D. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Very nice place. The history, tradition and culture of Tilottama Calcutta has been beautifully highlighted. (Original) āĻ–ā§āĻŦ āĻ¸ā§āĻ¨ā§āĻĻāĻ° āĻœāĻžā§ŸāĻ—āĻžāĨ¤ āĻ–ā§āĻŦ āĻ¸ā§āĻ¨ā§āĻĻāĻ° āĻ•āĻ°ā§‡ āĻ¤āĻŋāĻ˛ā§‹āĻ¤ā§āĻ¤āĻŽāĻž āĻ•āĻ˛āĻ•āĻžāĻ¤āĻžāĻ° āĻ‡āĻ¤āĻŋāĻšāĻžāĻ¸, āĻāĻ¤āĻŋāĻšā§āĻ¯ āĻ“ āĻ¸āĻ‚āĻ¸ā§āĻ•ā§ƒāĻ¤āĻŋāĻ•ā§‡ āĻĢā§āĻŸāĻŋā§Ÿā§‡ āĻ¤ā§‹āĻ˛āĻž āĻšā§Ÿā§‡āĻ›ā§‡āĨ¤

  • 5/5 MONALISA P. 3 years ago on Google
    really awesome place

  • 4/5 Shreya K. 3 years ago on Google
    Very nice gallery

  • 5/5 Sarajit D. 3 years ago on Google
    Truly a hidden gem ❤ī¸

  • 5/5 Syed Imdad H. 3 years ago on Google
    Very good museum, It tells the story of Kolkata

  • 5/5 Neelava B. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) I took a lot of good pictures. (Original) āĻ–ā§āĻŦ āĻ­āĻžāĻ˛ā§‹ āĻ…āĻ¨ā§‡āĻ• āĻ›āĻŦāĻŋ āĻ¤ā§āĻ˛ā§‡āĻ›āĻŋ āĻĸā§āĻ•ā§‡āĨ¤

  • 5/5 Anirban P. 3 years ago on Google
    Loved it!

  • 5/5 Sharanya K. 3 years ago on Google
    Quiet place to ponder over the culture that is Bangaliyana.

  • 5/5 Anupam G. 3 years ago on Google
    Redefined Kolkata

  • 5/5 LOKESH 3 years ago on Google
    Very nice

  • 5/5 Reeshav D. 3 years ago on Google
    Such a rich culture and heritage we have !! Yes, Metcalfe Hall is all about us, the bangalis, the Bengal and our age old golden history through out the path of time. A must visit for every kolkatabasis ❤ī¸ #amiKolkata

  • 5/5 Asif K. 3 years ago on Google
    A must visit place for all calcuttian, please carry an ID Proof & a smart phone. ₹20 per person is the cost.. awesome place with cooperative guides & security personnel, they are very helpful and proactive... Very clean & informative, loved the place depicting the history of the city of joy

  • 5/5 Rumela D. 3 years ago on Google
    Definitely a must visit place in Kolkata. It shows all those things which represent the city of joy. You will enjoy every frame and every corner of this building. No restriction for photography. Video is not allowed. & ticket is 20rs each.

  • 5/5 Moumita B. 3 years ago on Google
    I lived in kolkata like 22 years but didn't know about this wonderfull place......if you want to know about Kolkata then definitely visit this placeâ™Ĩī¸â™Ĩī¸....exact location is exact opposite of millennium park and you have to buy ticket rs.20/- per head through online...In the entry gate, you have to scan the qr code and then pay through any payment options are there.....highly recommend to visit this place....

  • 5/5 Ankita D. 3 years ago on Google
    A must visited Museum in kolkata.Metcalfe hall is a lovely place for hangout with your friends or family. Only a ticket of 20/- is needed. Otherwise it's really amazing 😍 I just love this place.

  • 5/5 Siddhartha B. 3 years ago on Google
    This is awesome .... Check it out guys â™Ĩī¸â™Ĩī¸ Here you may find some slices of old calcutta â™Ĩī¸â™Ĩī¸

  • 5/5 Oindrila M. 3 years ago on Google
    A must visit place for all tourists and locals, carry an ID Proof & a smart phone to scan for the tickets which is ₹20 per person. Beautiful place with cooperative guides... Very clean & informative. The architecture, sounds of Calcutta, personalities of Calcutta were all depicted in various sections beautifully. There was a section made of shola, a shadow art film all very beautifully done and maintained.

  • 5/5 Bidisha S. 3 years ago on Google
    Very underrated a place, it deserves much more popularity and footfall, with an entry fee of Rs. 20 only... :) I was completely awestruck to see every bit of it... Every single glance I casted seemed to be a perfect capture... It's a must visit if you are a proud dweller of Kolkata as it defines the city in its authentic essence...😇

  • 4/5 Kamal P. 3 years ago on Google
    Nice experience of old kolkata.

  • 5/5 Sayantan D. 3 years ago on Google
    Lovely place. All couples going there doing nonsense activities. Some papa ki pari going there to do photography. I am speechless đŸ˜ļ

  • 5/5 Taniya D. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Amr kolkata age kemon chilo nd kolkatak vlobasle best place dekh jnno ... (Original) Amr kolkata age kemon chilo nd kolkatak vlobasle best place dekhar jnno...

  • 5/5 Soumen C. 3 years ago on Google
    One of it's kind. A hidden treasure in kolkata. For everyone who want to explore the heritage of the city

  • 5/5 Anuj D. 3 years ago on Google
    Beautiful curation of the cultural history of Kolkata.

  • 4/5 Debi S. 3 years ago on Google
    Good... A place where you'll get to see many things of old kolkata. It'll give you a nostalgic feeling about the old british kolkata.

  • 5/5 Aishi B. 3 years ago on Google
    Very nice and aesthetic place, gets you good pictures :))

  • 4/5 Sakkeer Y. 3 years ago on Google
    Realy a tons of knowledge available

  • 5/5 Susmit C. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) A very beautiful initiative where the true Kolkata can be recognized (Original) āĻ–ā§āĻŦ āĻ¸ā§āĻ¨ā§āĻĻāĻ° āĻāĻ•āĻŸāĻž āĻ‰āĻĻā§āĻ¯ā§‹āĻ— āĻ¯ā§‡āĻ–āĻžāĻ¨ā§‡ āĻ–āĻžāĻāĻŸāĻŋ āĻ•āĻ˛āĻ•āĻžāĻ¤āĻž āĻ•ā§‡ āĻšā§‡āĻ¨āĻž āĻ¯āĻžāĻŦā§‡

  • 5/5 Manju Saha S. 3 years ago on Google
    Excellent

  • 5/5 Allan b. 3 years ago on Google
    Amazing place to know about City of Joy

  • 5/5 Tanusree B. 3 years ago on Google
    U feel nostalgic after watching this.but u can buy this ticket from online .. when u visit this place..

  • 5/5 akshi s. 3 years ago on Google
    This place will make you fall in love with Kolkata.

  • 5/5 Rohit D. 3 years ago on Google
    Best place ever 💖💖💖

  • 5/5 sahil h. 3 years ago on Google
    Very beautiful heritage, a good place to go

  • 5/5 Trisha D. 3 years ago on Google
    A beautiful place. Do visit

  • 5/5 Tuhin K. 3 years ago on Google
    Great place to learn about the rich history of Calcutta

  • 5/5 dipak b. 3 years ago on Google
    nice place

  • 5/5 Bidisha C. 3 years ago on Google
    Its a nice place for cultivating your own root culture with movies and cinemas. It shows how much we have the impacts of literary in our life. Wonderful antique poster of cinemas are stored here.

  • 5/5 ACHIRA S. 3 years ago on Google
    The museum displays the art and culture of the City of Joy, Kolkata!

  • 5/5 Subhankar B. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) Dalhousie Para which in a word can be called the office para of Kolkata Among the few architectures made by the British is the colony of a small East India Company hidden in Dalhousie Para, Calcutta. This hall is known as METCALFE HALL or METCALFE HALL. Construction of the hall began in 1840 with Sir Charles Metcalfe, then British Governor General. The construction of this hall was completed in 1844. At present (Archaeological Survey of India) under the supervision of the Archaeological Survey of India, this hall has been revived. Now only 20 rupees ticket to enter. Now there is only Online Ticket. Tickets will be available from the ticket counter there within 1 month. All in all, I had a great experience. (Original) āĻĄāĻžāĻ˛āĻšā§ŒāĻ¸āĻŋ āĻĒāĻžāĻĄāĻŧāĻž āĻ¯āĻžāĻ•ā§‡ āĻāĻ• āĻ•āĻĨāĻžāĻ¯āĻŧ āĻŦāĻ˛āĻž āĻ¯ā§‡āĻ¤ā§‡ āĻĒāĻžāĻ°ā§‡ āĻ•āĻ˛āĻ•āĻžāĻ¤āĻžāĻ° āĻ…āĻĢāĻŋāĻ¸ āĻĒāĻžāĻĄāĻŧāĻžāĨ¤ āĻŦā§āĻ°āĻŋāĻŸāĻŋāĻļāĻĻā§‡āĻ° āĻ¤ā§ˆāĻ°āĻŋ āĻŦā§‡āĻļ āĻ•āĻŋāĻ›ā§ āĻ¸ā§āĻĨāĻžāĻĒāĻ¤ā§āĻ¯ā§‡āĻ° āĻŽāĻ§ā§āĻ¯ā§‡ āĻ•āĻ˛āĻ•āĻžāĻ¤āĻžāĻ° āĻĄāĻžāĻ˛āĻšā§ŒāĻ¸āĻŋāĻĒāĻžāĻĄāĻŧāĻžāĻ¯āĻŧ āĻ˛ā§āĻ•āĻŋāĻ¯āĻŧā§‡ āĻ†āĻ›ā§‡ āĻ›ā§‹āĻŸ āĻāĻ• āĻ‡āĻˇā§āĻŸ āĻ‡āĻ¨ā§āĻĄāĻŋāĻ¯āĻŧāĻž āĻ•ā§‹āĻŽā§āĻĒāĻžāĻ¨ā§€āĻ° āĻ‰āĻĒāĻ¨āĻŋāĻŦā§‡āĻļāĨ¤ METCALFE HALL āĻ…āĻĨāĻŦāĻž āĻŽā§‡āĻŸāĻ•āĻžāĻĢ āĻšāĻ˛ āĻ¨āĻžāĻŽā§‡ āĻĒāĻ°āĻŋāĻšāĻŋāĻ¤ āĻāĻ‡ āĻšāĻ˛āĻŸāĻŋāĨ¤ ā§§ā§Žā§Ēā§Ļ āĻ¸āĻžāĻ˛ā§‡ āĻāĻ‡ āĻšāĻ˛ āĻ¤ā§ˆāĻ°āĻŋāĻ° āĻ•āĻžāĻœ āĻļā§āĻ°ā§ āĻ•āĻ°ā§‡āĻ¨ āĻ¤ā§ŽāĻ•āĻžāĻ˛ā§€āĻ¨ āĻŦā§āĻ°āĻŋāĻŸāĻŋāĻļ āĻ—āĻ°ā§āĻ­āĻ¨āĻ° āĻœā§‡āĻ¨āĻžāĻ°ā§‡āĻ˛ āĻ¸ā§āĻ¯āĻžāĻ° āĻšāĻžāĻ°ā§āĻ˛āĻ¸ āĻŽā§‡āĻŸāĻ•āĻžāĻĢāĨ¤ ā§§ā§Žā§Ēā§Ē āĻ¸āĻžāĻ˛ā§‡ āĻāĻ‡ āĻšāĻ˛ā§‡āĻ° āĻ¨āĻŋāĻ°ā§āĻŽāĻžāĻŖāĻ•āĻžāĻœ āĻļā§‡āĻˇ āĻšāĻ¯āĻŧāĨ¤ āĻŦāĻ¤āĻ°ā§āĻŽāĻžāĻ¨ā§‡ ( Archaeological Survey Of India) āĻ­āĻžāĻ°āĻ¤ā§€āĻ¯āĻŧ āĻĒā§āĻ°āĻ¤ā§āĻ¨āĻ¤āĻžāĻ¤ā§āĻ¤ā§āĻŦāĻŋāĻ• āĻŦāĻŋāĻ­āĻžāĻ—ā§‡āĻ° āĻ¤āĻ¤ā§āĻ¤ā§āĻŦāĻžāĻŦāĻ§āĻžāĻ¨ā§‡ āĻ¨āĻ¤ā§āĻ¨ āĻ•āĻ°ā§‡ āĻĒā§āĻ°āĻžāĻ¨ āĻĢāĻŋāĻ°ā§‡ āĻĒā§‡āĻ¯āĻŧā§‡āĻ›ā§‡ āĻāĻ‡ āĻšāĻ˛āĨ¤ āĻāĻ–āĻ¨ āĻĒā§āĻ°āĻŦā§‡āĻļā§‡āĻ° āĻœāĻ¨ā§āĻ¯ āĻŽāĻžāĻ¤ā§āĻ° ā§¨ā§ĻāĻŸāĻžāĻ•āĻž āĻŸāĻŋāĻ•āĻŋāĻŸāĨ¤ āĻāĻ–āĻ¨ āĻļā§āĻ§ā§āĻŽāĻžāĻ¤ā§āĻ° Online Ticket āĻ°ā§Ÿā§‡āĻ›ā§‡ āĨ¤ ā§§ āĻŽāĻžāĻ¸ā§‡āĻ° āĻŽāĻ§ā§āĻ¯ā§‡ āĻ“āĻ–āĻžāĻ¨ā§‡ āĻŸāĻŋāĻ•āĻŋāĻŸ āĻ•āĻžāĻ‰āĻ¨ā§āĻŸāĻžāĻ° āĻĨā§‡āĻ•ā§‡ āĻŸāĻŋāĻ•āĻŋāĻŸ āĻĒāĻžāĻ“ā§ŸāĻž āĻ¯āĻžāĻŦā§‡āĨ¤ āĻ¸āĻŦāĻŽāĻŋāĻ˛āĻŋā§Ÿā§‡ āĻ…āĻ¸āĻžāĻ§āĻžāĻ°āĻŖ āĻ…āĻ­āĻŋāĻœā§āĻžāĻ¤āĻžāĻ° āĻ¸āĻŽā§āĻŽā§āĻ–ā§€āĻ¨ āĻšāĻ˛āĻžāĻŽāĨ¤

  • 4/5 Sagarmoy R. 3 years ago on Google
    Didn't enter.

  • 5/5 rahul r. 3 years ago on Google
    Awesome place.....so many things to know about kolkata....love it...

  • 5/5 HD V. 3 years ago on Google
    This is a very good place for visitors

  • 5/5 Dip S. 3 years ago on Google
    Best place

  • 5/5 Ramit D. 3 years ago on Google
    A beautiful place to visit n indulge in the heritage of kolkata!

  • 3/5 Rituparna C. 3 years ago on Google
    The place is beautiful but many of the interior assets have been changed and many are missing. Second comes the security guard or ticket guide I had problem with downloading the ticket suddenly the server went down and my money has been credited to them but instead of helping me or any kind of assistance he was telling me to go back home (instead of knowing i have paid the money and even i have shown him bank statement) later on the poster i have seen the regerate option of ticket I asked him about that still he was saying to go back instead of helping me . This is really disgusting behaviour that i have received from him. Its my kind request to everyone don't listen to him if you guys ever have such problem just again Scan the qr code and click the regenerate ticket and then download the ticket .

  • 5/5 Traveloholic B. 3 years ago on Google
    Beautiful place for outing and photo sessions.

  • 5/5 AD C. 3 years ago on Google
    Osm place ...go with your friends and with your family also...many unknowns things about Kolkata you may see in this place

  • 5/5 Abu Solyman D. 3 years ago on Google
    Wonderful heritage building. It is now available for public with the entry fee of 20/- Decoration is very wide range and wonderful.

  • 5/5 Rahul D. 3 years ago on Google
    Heritage museum of Kolkata, must visit place

  • 5/5 Vyoma J. 3 years ago on Google
    Captures the essence of Calcutta. Beautiful place for someone who's not from the city to understand the culture of the place! If you're new to the city, go to Metcalfe first and then go around the city đŸŒģ

  • 5/5 Saheli D. 2 years ago on Google
    So beautiful place We can all the heritage of Bengal Decorations are so well

  • 5/5 Aarti N. 2 years ago on Google
    Beautiful place that truly reflects the rich history of Kolkata, its literature, love for films and art. There's a Satyajit Ray wall art too. I would recommend this Museum over any other in the city.

  • 5/5 Ishita B. 2 years ago on Google
    The hall is incredibly designed and very good place to do a photoshoot. Also One can see and experience Kolkata and bengalee culture after coming to this place. The ticket fee is Rs. 20 if paid digitally, otherwise it is Rs. 25.

  • 5/5 Samuel M. 2 years ago on Google
    It is a must go if anyone wants to to know in depth about Kolkata.

  • 5/5 Sanchari C. 1 year ago on Google
    Went there in September, 2022 and had an absolute fantastic time. We got to see the Ami Kolkata exhibit which is beyond words - No idea how long the exhibit will stay here but I hope it does for a long time! Everyone visiting Kolkata should visit this place to see the exhibit. A fitting tribute to this wonderful city of ours. The building itself was recently renovated and is very well kept. The team behind the concept and arrangment for the Ami Kolkata exhibit - you have all my love!

  • 5/5 Chirantan A. 9 months ago on Google
    Metcalfe Hall: Kolkata's Historical Gem User I visited Metcalfe hall kolkata. It was amazing. Write a google map review of more than 200 words ChatGPT Title: A Captivating Historical Gem: Metcalfe Hall, Kolkata Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5/5 stars) Review: I recently had the pleasure of visiting Metcalfe Hall in Kolkata, and I must say, it left me awe-inspired! This magnificent structure is not only a testament to architectural brilliance but also a gateway to Kolkata's rich historical past. The experience was nothing short of amazing, and I am delighted to share my thoughts in this Google Map review. Metcalfe Hall stands tall in all its grandeur, serving as a proud reminder of the British Raj era. As I entered the premises, I was immediately struck by the remarkable neoclassical design and the imposing colonnade that adorned its façade. The sheer scale and attention to detail were breathtaking, reflecting the architectural splendor of its time. Inside, the hall is a treasure trove of knowledge, housing a remarkable collection of rare books, manuscripts, and artifacts. The beautifully curated exhibits take visitors on a captivating journey through Kolkata's history, showcasing the city's evolution from its early days to its role in the freedom struggle. Every room unfolds a fascinating chapter, with informative displays and well-preserved relics that truly bring the past to life. One of the highlights of my visit was the grand central hall, which exudes an air of regality. The soaring ceilings, intricate chandeliers, and ornate decorations transport you to a bygone era. As I walked through the hall, I couldn't help but imagine the countless historical figures who graced these halls in the past. The staff at Metcalfe Hall deserves special commendation for their knowledge and passion. They were eager to share intriguing anecdotes, historical facts, and answered all my queries with enthusiasm. Their dedication to preserving and promoting the heritage of Metcalfe Hall is truly commendable. The location of Metcalfe Hall is also advantageous, situated in close proximity to other popular landmarks such as the Victoria Memorial and Indian Museum. It is easily accessible, with ample parking facilities nearby, making it a convenient destination for both locals and tourists. In conclusion, my visit to Metcalfe Hall was an enchanting journey through Kolkata's history. The majestic architecture, the rich collection of artifacts, and the knowledgeable staff make it an absolute must-visit for history enthusiasts and anyone looking to delve deeper into the cultural tapestry of Kolkata. I highly recommend spending a few hours exploring this captivating historical gem – it's an experience you won't soon forget!

  • 5/5 Sarmistha C. 9 months ago on Google
    The only issue is that one has to book the tickets online. The people who don't have online payment will have an issue. Ticket price is 20/- per person. The place is mesmerising as usual. Various paintings, artworks are exhibited. Perfect place for taking amazing photographs. The interior is not air conditioned. You may feel sweaty if you visit in scorching Summer days. A visual treat, history-rich place.

  • 5/5 Debjit Krishna D. 6 months ago on Google
    An awesome place to know about the cultural history of Kolkata. Pre and Post colonial history of Kolkata. Good pla e for photography and History lover and researchers. FYI, You have to purchase ticket by scanning a QR code in ticket counter. You must carry Govt ID proof. cause, you have to fill a online form to purchase a ticket, overall it will take 10 mins only.

  • 4/5 Soumya R. 3 months ago on Google New
    Nice place to visit during weekends. Got to know many things about Kolkata's history. The building also tells about Kolkata's heritage.

  • 3/5 Piuli Basu Roy C. 3 months ago on Google New
    I am saddened to put this review on a 3star. This place is so beautiful and well decorated but sadly just like any other government run museums and historical buildings, the maintenance is really poor and the support staff do not know their bottom from their elbow. The ticketing can only be done through online transactions and QR code scanning. The price of the tickets are 20/- per person. There is no mention of forbidden videography through mobile anywhere yet the support staff is forbidding people rudely. The maintenance inside is dropping as we speak. The audio effects and LCD information screens are not working as expected. The collection is gathering dust sitting there. The entrance itself is really confusing with a big dusty empty hall with half removed 'Alpona' on the floor. Please take good care of this place. This can easily be considered as 'Kolkata under one roof'

  • 5/5 Sourin S. 5 months ago on Google
    One of the most beautiful places to visit in Kolkata. The price of tickets is very less but only online transactions are processed. No videos allowed only photography. 2-3 hrs need to complete. The taste of aesthetics and old Calcutta is what you should find here. History and essence of Kolkata. Must visit very beautiful.


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