If you’re in search of the perfect destination to welcome the upcoming year, look no further. The surroundings of Kolkata offer a rich tapestry of options, each promising a unique and memorable New Year’s celebration. Here are 10 enchanting places near Kolkata for a festive start to the New Year:
1. Sunderbans: Riverside Retreat
Escape the urban hustle and head to the serene beauty of the Sunderbans for a tranquil New Year’s celebration. Riverside resorts hosts special events, allowing you to welcome the year amidst nature’s bounty. Enjoy boat rides, wildlife safaris, and bonfires along the riverbanks for a peaceful start to 2024.
- Distance from Kolkata: 109 km
2. Digha: Beachside Revelry
For a beachy celebration, Digha is the perfect escape from Kolkata. Digha is the most popular beach in West Bengal the coastal town comes alive with beach parties, fireworks, and live music. Resorts along the coastline organize special events, allowing you to welcome the New Year with the soothing sound of waves and the cool sea breeze.
- Distance from Kolkata: 195 km
3. Mandarmani: Coastal Bliss
Known for its long and pristine beach, Mandarmani offers a coastal celebration away from the city’s hustle. Resorts line the beachfront, hosting special events with beachside bonfires, music, and delectable seafood. Witness the first sunrise of the year over the Bay of Bengal for a serene and picturesque start.
- Distance from Kolkata: 172 km
4. Mukutmanipur: Lakeside Retreat
Escape to Mukutmanipur for a lakeside New Year’s celebration. The serene surroundings of the dam and the lush greenery create an ideal setting for a peaceful retreat. Resorts organize special events with lakeside views, nature walks, and bonfires, allowing you to welcome the New Year in a tranquil ambience.
- Distance from Kolkata: 231 km
5. Darjeeling: Mountain Majesty
A bit further away but worth the journey, Darjeeling provides a magical mountain celebration. The ‘Queen of the Hills’ is adorned with festive lights, and the cool mountain air adds to the celebratory atmosphere. Enjoy live music, cultural events, and the charm of Darjeeling as you usher in the New Year amidst the Himalayan landscapes.
- Distance from Kolkata: 618 km
6. Ravangla – Magical Snow View
Ravangla is a small town/hill station situated on the ridge at an altitude of 7000ft. Ravangla is comparatively a new tourist attraction, however, it has turned into a favourite resort for its magical snow view & tranquillity. Ravangla is a recently discovered offbeat tourist destination in South Sikkim that serves as one of the perfect weekend places near Kolkata. You must surely plan a New Year getaway in Ravangla.
- Distance from Kolkata: Ravangla is well connected by state highway to NJP (125 km), it is a night journey from Kolkata. By road it is 4 hours from NJP.
7. Roopark Village, Panchalingeswar – Tribal Village Resort
Do you wish to have an offbeat new year? Then go to Roopark Village, Panchalingeswar, which is a unique tribal village resort that offers an ideal pastoral experience. Roopark offers peace and calmness away from the city’s hustle and bustle. You can experience the simple lifestyle here, the quaint mud and thatch dwellings in the resort capture the spirit of nature with the perfect tribal craftsmanship and way of living.
- Distance from Kolkata: 297 km
8. Bakkhali – serene beaches
Bakkhali is a serene white beach that rests on the southwestern tip of the mystical Sunderbans. The dense forest delta and the white sand give this beach a unique tropical combination. It derives its name from the word bak, or red-beaked seagull which is found in abundance here. Spending your new year at this beach will surely be a memorable experience.
Distance from Kolkata: 138 km
9. Raichak: Riverside Luxury
Indulge in luxury and riverside serenity at Raichak. Located along the banks of the Hooghly River, Raichak offers upscale resorts with exclusive New Year’s Eve celebrations. Enjoy gourmet dining, live entertainment, and a relaxing ambience for a sophisticated start to the year.
- Distance from Kolkata: 53 km
10. Kurseong – The Land Of White Orchid
Kurseong is known as the land of white orchids, sounds dreamy, doesn’t it? The land of white orchid, Kurseong lies high up in the hills spread along a forested ridge. The beauty of this place is truly stunning and breathtaking and the hill station is a perfect rejuvenating weekend retreat from Kolkata. Spending a romantic New Year’s Eve with the love of your life in Kurseong is an ideal dream.  It makes one of the most romantic weekend getaways from Kolkata.
Distance from Kolkata: 589 km
As you plan your New Year’s escape from Kolkata, these 10 places offer a diverse range of experiences, from cultural celebrations to beachside revelry and historical elegance. Whichever destination you choose, these locales promise an enchanting start to the New Year, filled with cultural richness, joy, and memories that will linger.
