A day wonder or a <a href="https://universaladventures.in/travel-guide/nightlife-in-kolkata" target="_blank">night wonder</a> - Visiting a beach is always bliss. Isn’t it? The tranquillity of these locations leaves one awestruck. The pristine waters, engulfing waves, serene skies hovering high and sometimes low, close to the horizon, the sun tickling its rays at the horizon and beaming in the blue waters of the seas, and the evolving adrenaline sensations of witnessing the beauty of the entire land; this entire picturesque emergence make a beach area an inevitable point of attraction for the visitors. <a href="https://www.universaladventures.in/city/Kolkata" target="_blank">Kolkata</a> is land to several such beaches. Let’s explore a few of them near Kolkata.&nbsp;

A huge expanse of land and water, Talasari Beach delivers a glorious panoramic view of Earth. Located in the Baleswar district of <a href="https://www.universaladventures.in/state/Odisha" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(255, 140, 26);">Odisha</a> and at a distance of 10 Km from Digha, the Beach paves way for subsuming its aura for the distant visitors and also the Kolkatians. The flourishing palm trees, coconut trees, and cashew trees, along with the elegance of the sand dunes and the calmer waves playing on these dunes, all elevate the view of Talasari Beach.&nbsp;Traveller Information:&nbsp;<ul><li>Famous for: Its seclusion&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Best Time to Visit: October to December&nbsp;</li><li>Distance from Kolkata: 191 Km</li></ul>Things to do:&nbsp;<ul><li> Other Places to visit: Digha, Shankarpur, Haldia, etc</li></ul>

Have you ever heard of strolling on the sea surface? A very distinct feature of <a href="https://universaladventures.in/travel-guide/top-7-places-to-visit-in-chandipur" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(255, 140, 26);">Chandipur Beach</a> that is considered to be the vanishing sea awes people for its distinctive feature of occasionally disappearing approximately 3-5 Kms away from the beach area during low tides in the sea and then reappearing is an unbelievable experience. The waves here, play miraculously, as they rise high during high tides approaching the beach and then the water recedes up to 3-5 kilometres away, making people feel as if the waters have disappeared. The shallow waters will make you feel very safe and pleased and you can walk on them.Traveller Information:&nbsp;<ul><li>Famous for: Its mysterious disappearance, Picturesque Landscape, and Luscious Seafood&nbsp;</li><li>Best Time to Visit: October to March&nbsp;</li><li>Distance from Kolkata: 258 KM</li></ul>Things to do:&nbsp;<ul><li>Adventure Activities: Strolling, Biking.&nbsp;</li><li>Other Places to visit: Similipal Forest Reserve, Nilagiri, etc.</li></ul>

You must be one among the flocks of people who have visited the sacred waters of <a href="https://www.universaladventures.in/city/Puri" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(255, 140, 26);">Puri Beach</a> aka the Golden Beach. It is on the shore of the Bay of Bengal. A visit to this beach will introduce you to one of the finest coastlines in <a href="https://www.universaladventures.in/products/8-days-romantic-tour-of-gangtok-north-sikkim-and-darjeeling" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(255, 140, 26);">East India</a> that borders the Bay of Bengal. The serendipity that creates being overwhelmed by seeing the beauty of the beach is a remarkable one. The favourable weather here bestows a unique charm to the place.&nbsp;Traveller Information:&nbsp;<ul><li>Famous for: Puri Beach Festival held in the month of November.&nbsp;</li><li>Best Time to Visit: October to March&nbsp;</li><li>Distance from Kolkata: 506 Km</li></ul>Things to do:&nbsp;<ul><li>Adventure Activities: Horse Ride, Camel Ride, Scuba diving, Surfing, etc.</li><li>Other Places to visit: Narendra Tank, Markandeswara Temple, etc.</li></ul>

Basically strolled by people for its mesmerizing sunrise view and scenic beauty, Chandrabagha Beach is a beach that honours the Sun Temple, located approximately at 3 Kms east of it. It is another beauty that adorns the eastern landscape. Rest on this coast’s golden sands and delve into nature’s peace. The beach has been awarded the Blue Flag Certification by the Foundation of Environmental Education (FEE) for its true observance of the stringent standards related to the environment. Having mythological beliefs, it is one of the centres that hold several cultural festivals and religious fairs.&nbsp;Traveller Information:&nbsp;<ul><li>Famous for: <a href="https://universaladventures.in/travel-guide/top-5-places-to-visit-in-konark" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(255, 140, 26);">Konark</a> International Sand Art Festival&nbsp;</li><li>Best Time to Visit: Throughout the Year&nbsp;</li><li>Distance from Kolkata: 499 Km</li></ul>Things to do:&nbsp;<ul><li>Adventure Activities: Boat Riding&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Other Places to visit: ASI Museum, Astaranga Beach, etc.</li></ul>

Digha Beach is a highly alluring beach with roaring waves and thunders. You must know that the sea town is divided into New Digha and Old Digha with the former being located 2 kilometres away from the latter. Swaying casuarinas and palm trees lock up the beauty of this beautiful sight. You can purchase ‘rarely available stuff’, made from sea shells and other resources from the countless stalls lined up at the <a href="https://universaladventures.in/travel-guide/beaches-in-digha" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(255, 140, 26);">beach</a> area.Traveller Information:&nbsp;<ul><li>Famous for: Crowded by People and its water adventures&nbsp;</li><li>Best Time to Visit: October to February&nbsp;</li><li>Distance from Kolkata: 181 Km</li></ul>Things to do:&nbsp;<ul><li>Adventure Activities: Parasailing, Banana Ride, etc.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Other Places to visit: Shankarpur Beach, Udaipur Beach, etc.</li></ul>

Paradeep Beach - the ‘ love’ of the locals of Orissa forms one of the major sea ports of the country. It is located at a distance of 125 Km from Paradeep and 94 Kms from <a href="https://universaladventures.in/travel-guide/top-7-things-to-do-in-cuttack" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(255, 140, 26);">Cuttack</a>.&nbsp;Its tranquil breeze, golden sands, and sheer blue waters offer it a gracious stature. Hence, several tourists visit this beach.&nbsp;Traveller Information:&nbsp;<ul><li>Famous for: Its scenic beauty and mouth-licking sea food&nbsp;</li><li>Best Time to Visit: Monsoon Months&nbsp;</li><li>Distance from Kolkata: 451 Km</li></ul>Things to do:&nbsp;<ul><li>Adventure Activities: Several outdoor activities.&nbsp;</li><li>Other Places to visit: Bhitarkanika National Park, Jhankad, etc.</li></ul>

So, now we have a list of beaches near Kolkata that generate and fill one with extreme awe and wonder. It sounds like we have got so much to do and so many places to visit- all at a single point, being a part of the Kolkata tour. These secluded beaches have a lot of recreational strength to fight against our daily musings and thus, gift us some beautiful memories. Rest in their hues and shades and click the best of YOU.

Located about 125 Km from Kolkata, Bakkhali beach is a secluded beauty on land that offers an approximately 7 Km stretch to walk along. The beautiful shades of weather and topography conquer its stillness. Nearby places like Frasergunj, Jambu Dwip, and Henry’s Island can be visited from this site. Cheer, being a part of adventures like country boat riding or motorboat riding. Bakkhali Beach is crescent-shaped and is located on the deltaic island of Southern Bengal giving an alluring view of the sunset and sunrise.Traveller Information:&nbsp;<ul><li>Famous for: Mangrove Forest surrounding the Beach&nbsp;</li><li>Best Time to Visit: October to February&nbsp;</li><li>Distance from Kolkata: 126 Km.</li></ul>Things to do:&nbsp;<ul><li>Adventure Activities: Cycling, Water Skiing, Wildlife Safari, Angling, etc.&nbsp;</li><li>Other Places to visit: Henry’s Island, Jambu Dwip, etc.</li></ul>

15 Km from <a href="https://www.universaladventures.in/products/coastal-trek-from-chandipur-odisha-to-new-digha-west-bengal" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(255, 140, 26);">Digha</a>, Shankarpur beach is a calm and beautiful location whereat you can relish your mood swings and cool off in the pleasant breeze. You don’t have many activities to do here rather sink into the poised environment. The waves near the coast rise not so high and ascend towards the coast to spill over water onto the land seeming as if a vessel is emptying itself with muddy waters at its fringes. It is a beautiful offbeat location where you may enjoy your trip with the lovely fishermen capturing their art of fishing in your cameras, as the beach is also a great fishing harbour.Traveller Information:&nbsp;<ul><li>Famous for: Beauty and White Sand Layering&nbsp;</li><li>Best Time to Visit: October to March&nbsp;</li><li>Distance from Kolkata: 176 Km.</li></ul>Things to do:&nbsp;<ul><li>Other Places to visit: Digha Beach, Mandarmani Beach, etc.</li></ul>

Few places are really praise-worthy and undoubtedly, Tajpur is one of them. If you are preparing a list of places to visit, Tajpur must have not found a space therein; add this charming seclusion to your list now, so that, when next you come to Kolkata, you are bound to visit its worth. Located around 99 Km from Kolkata, Tajpur is another budding beauty that has a long way to go and deserves to be witnessed by myriads of visitors. A perfect destination spot that offers Pomfret fry, lobster curry, and crab.Traveller Information:&nbsp;<ul><li>Famous for: Rejuvenating Recreations and Adventures.&nbsp;</li><li>Best Time to Visit: October to March&nbsp;</li><li>Distance from Kolkata: 136 Km</li></ul>Things to do:&nbsp;<ul><li>Adventure Activities: Snorkeling, Kayaking, Parasailing, Coastal Biking, etc.</li><li>Other Places to visit: Digha, Mandarmani, etc.</li></ul>

Shining in crystalline blue waters, pearl white waves, and golden sands, Mandarmani Beach is located about 3 Km from Shankarpur and 117 Km from Kolkata and is not known to many. It is a place worthy of being added to your preferences list. It holds special significance by standing out from other beaches for its serenity and picturesque landscape. You have a long list of fun activities here; such as - parasailing, beach volleyball, beach cricket, etc. It is perhaps the longest motorable beach in India.Traveller Information:&nbsp;<ul><li>Famous for: Cleanliness and Serene Ambience&nbsp;</li><li>Best Time to Visit: October to February&nbsp;</li><li>Distance from Kolkata: 175 Km</li></ul>Things to do:&nbsp;<ul><li>Adventure Activities: Parasailing, Beach Cricket, Beach Volleyball, etc.&nbsp;</li><li>Other Places to visit: Amarabati Park, Chandaneswar Shiv Temple&nbsp;</li></ul>

This man-made beach is located around 2 Km from the old beach. Having been made in a more planned way, the beach earns good economy for the nearby hoteliers. Soft sand cover sprawled over throughout the stretch entices nature lovers. About a mile away from the beach area, which is completely surrounded by casuarina trees, the Digha sea can be seen. This place provides you with another beautiful spot where you can have alluring sunrise and sunset clicks.Traveller Information:&nbsp;<ul><li>Famous for: Alluring beauty&nbsp;</li><li>Best Time to Visit: October to February&nbsp;</li><li>Distance from Kolkata: 184 Km.</li></ul>Things to do:&nbsp;<ul><li>Adventure Activities: <a href="https://www.universaladventures.in/tours/parasailing-in-digha-beach-kolkata" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(255, 140, 26);">Water Parasailing</a>, Water Jet Ski, Speed Boat Ride, etc.</li><li>Other Places to visit: Udaipur Beach, Talseri Beach, etc.</li></ul>

The Sagar Beach is a highly frequented beach by people throughout the year. It is located at the tip of Sagardwip in <a href="https://www.universaladventures.in/state/West-Bengal" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(255, 140, 26);">West Bengal</a>. Apart fro m being a tourist spot, the beach is a pilgrimage centre where people traverse to dip in the holy waters of the <a href="https://www.universaladventures.in/products/ganga-cleaning-triathlon-expedition" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(255, 140, 26);">Ganges</a>. So, it has a unique aura that lures visitors. The sea water is considered to be full of soil and clay and the white shades of sand on the beach give it a unique appearance.Traveller Information:&nbsp;<ul><li>Famous for: Holy Dip&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Best Time to Visit: October to February&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Distance from Kolkata: 117 Km</li></ul>Things to do:&nbsp;<ul><li>Other Places to visit: The Sagar Lighthouse, Gangasagar Pilgrimage &amp; Fair, &amp; Kapilmuni Temple.</li></ul>

It is named so, as it is named after a British explorer, who arrived on the island back in the 19th century. Henry’s Island is an island near the village of Bakkhali in the state of West Bengal. This appealing treasure is 140 Kms away from Kolkata. The island along with a beach and thriving crabs forms an undulating expanse on earth that entices several visitors. Its availability has a good search history and thus its beauty is known to many.Traveller Information:&nbsp;<ul><li>Famous for: Unique Manifestation of Beauty&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Best Time to Visit: Throughout the Year&nbsp;</li><li>Distance from Kolkata: 126 Km</li></ul>Things to do:&nbsp;<ul><li>Adventure Activities: Bird watching, etc.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Other Places to visit: Bakkhali, <a href="https://www.universaladventures.in/products/sundarban-tour-by-cruise-from-kolkata" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(255, 140, 26);">Sundarbans</a>, etc.</li></ul>

It is a 6 Km long stretch connecting Coast Guard Jetty and 3rd oil jetty point. One of the most beautiful sights in India, Marine Drive, Haldia, is a peace-seeking structure situated far away from the buzz of city life. The road spanning Marine Drive is lined up with palm trees adding to its ecological balance. Sharing a common feature with New Digha Beach, Marine Drive also whips up beautiful sunrise and sunset pictures for its visitors.Traveller Information:&nbsp;<ul><li>Famous for: Palm trees &amp; the Anchored Ships&nbsp;</li><li>Best Time to Visit: October to December&nbsp;</li><li>Distance from Kolkata: 117 Km</li></ul>Things to do:&nbsp;<ul><li>Other Places to visit: Sataku, <a href="https://universaladventures.in/travel-guide/top-10-places-to-visit-in-haldia" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(255, 140, 26);">Haldia Dock &amp; Port</a></li></ul>

Best Beaches near Kolkata

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8 May 2026

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