Kolkata Heritage Tram Tour including Mother House and Birla Mandir
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This 2-3 hour cultural tram tour takes place on Kolkata's historic tram network, the only one operating in India and Asia's oldest electric tram system since 1902. Depending on group size, the ride is on reserved tramcars for groups over 12 or unreserved tramcars for smaller groups. The tour covers numerous heritage sites across the city while traveling by tram. Stops include Birla Mandir, a Hindu temple dedicated to Vishnu avatars; Lower Circular Road Cemetery with graves of British East India Company employees and two WWII Commonwealth war graves; and the Portuguese Church of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, built in the 1830s after a local incident involving Luis De Souza. Other visits pass by Maulana Azad College near Lotus crossing, the Tipu Sultan Shahi Mosque constructed by Tipu Sultan's son in Kolkata, and Thoburn Memorial Methodist Church, established in 1873. The Lord Jesus Church, formerly Presbyterian and now Jesuit-run since 1969, is also included. The route features the birthplace of Calcutta Tramways and ends with a 30-minute stop at Mother House, where St. Teresa is buried. Onboard amenities include WiFi, bottled water, tea, coffee, and local snacks. A Kolkata Heritage Tram souvenir is provided as part of the tour.
Highlights
What's included
Itinerary
Birla Mandir
Birla Mandir is a Hindu temple on Asutosh Chowdhury Avenue in Ballygunge, Kolkata. Built by the Birla industrialist family, it is dedicated to Vishnu avatars including Rama and Krishna.
Birla family landmark
Another notable building constructed by the Birla industrialist family, a significant site in Kolkata.
Ancient church
An old church popular with tourists and locals for its calm atmosphere and distinctive architecture blending with its surroundings.
Lower Circular Road Cemetery
Also called General Episcopal Cemetery, established in 1840 and still active. Contains about 12,000 graves, including former British East India Company employees. It has two WWII Commonwealth war graves: one British Indian Army officer and one BOAC purser.
Assembly of God Church School
Pastor Buntain established the first Assembly of God Church School in Kolkata in January 1964, enrolling 200 children. The school provided education, mid-day meals, and care, focusing on children from underprivileged backgrounds.
Maulana Azad College
A government-run liberal science and arts college founded in 1926, located centrally near Lotus crossing at the junction of Rafi Ahmed Kidwai Road and SN Banerjee Road. Affiliated with the University of Calcutta.
Portuguese Church of the Sacred Heart of Jesus
Built after a 1821 incident where Luis De Souza fired a gunshot injuring Joseph Gonsalves. De Souza's mother prayed and promised to build a church if he survived. The church construction started in 1832 and was consecrated on Easter Sunday, March 30, 1834.
20 min
Tipu Sultan Shahi Mosque
Named after Tipu Sultan, ruler of Mysore, and built by his 11th son Prince Gholam Mohammed after the family was exiled to Calcutta. The mosque reflects architectural and cultural heritage related to Tipu Sultan's family history.
20 min
Thoburn Memorial Methodist Church
Established in 1873, this church is a notable heritage landmark in Kolkata.
Lord Jesus Church
Located in Taltala, central Kolkata. Originally a Church of Scotland Presbyterian place of worship, it was transferred to the Jesuits in 1969 and now hosts various apostolic activities.
The Muslim Institute foundation
Founded in July 1902 by students and youth as a cultural and educational institution.
West Bengal Urdu Academy
An institution established by the Left Front Government for promoting the Urdu language.
Heritage Book Store
A bookstore focused on heritage literature.
Birthplace of Calcutta Tramways
A historic site marking the origin of Kolkata's tram system.
20 min
Mother House
The final resting place of St. Teresa, the house is a pilgrimage site with a 30-minute visit included in the tour.
30 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Kolkata Heritage Tram Tour including Mother House and Birla Mandir
by Trips & Tours
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$120Overview
This 2-3 hour cultural tram tour takes place on Kolkata's historic tram network, the only one operating in India and Asia's oldest electric tram system since 1902. Depending on group size, the ride is on reserved tramcars for groups over 12 or unreserved tramcars for smaller groups. The tour covers numerous heritage sites across the city while traveling by tram. Stops include Birla Mandir, a Hindu temple dedicated to Vishnu avatars; Lower Circular Road Cemetery with graves of British East India Company employees and two WWII Commonwealth war graves; and the Portuguese Church of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, built in the 1830s after a local incident involving Luis De Souza. Other visits pass by Maulana Azad College near Lotus crossing, the Tipu Sultan Shahi Mosque constructed by Tipu Sultan's son in Kolkata, and Thoburn Memorial Methodist Church, established in 1873. The Lord Jesus Church, formerly Presbyterian and now Jesuit-run since 1969, is also included. The route features the birthplace of Calcutta Tramways and ends with a 30-minute stop at Mother House, where St. Teresa is buried. Onboard amenities include WiFi, bottled water, tea, coffee, and local snacks. A Kolkata Heritage Tram souvenir is provided as part of the tour.
Highlights
What's included
Itinerary
Birla Mandir
Birla Mandir is a Hindu temple on Asutosh Chowdhury Avenue in Ballygunge, Kolkata. Built by the Birla industrialist family, it is dedicated to Vishnu avatars including Rama and Krishna.
Birla family landmark
Another notable building constructed by the Birla industrialist family, a significant site in Kolkata.
Ancient church
An old church popular with tourists and locals for its calm atmosphere and distinctive architecture blending with its surroundings.
Lower Circular Road Cemetery
Also called General Episcopal Cemetery, established in 1840 and still active. Contains about 12,000 graves, including former British East India Company employees. It has two WWII Commonwealth war graves: one British Indian Army officer and one BOAC purser.
Assembly of God Church School
Pastor Buntain established the first Assembly of God Church School in Kolkata in January 1964, enrolling 200 children. The school provided education, mid-day meals, and care, focusing on children from underprivileged backgrounds.
Maulana Azad College
A government-run liberal science and arts college founded in 1926, located centrally near Lotus crossing at the junction of Rafi Ahmed Kidwai Road and SN Banerjee Road. Affiliated with the University of Calcutta.
Portuguese Church of the Sacred Heart of Jesus
Built after a 1821 incident where Luis De Souza fired a gunshot injuring Joseph Gonsalves. De Souza's mother prayed and promised to build a church if he survived. The church construction started in 1832 and was consecrated on Easter Sunday, March 30, 1834.
20 min
Tipu Sultan Shahi Mosque
Named after Tipu Sultan, ruler of Mysore, and built by his 11th son Prince Gholam Mohammed after the family was exiled to Calcutta. The mosque reflects architectural and cultural heritage related to Tipu Sultan's family history.
20 min
Thoburn Memorial Methodist Church
Established in 1873, this church is a notable heritage landmark in Kolkata.
Lord Jesus Church
Located in Taltala, central Kolkata. Originally a Church of Scotland Presbyterian place of worship, it was transferred to the Jesuits in 1969 and now hosts various apostolic activities.
The Muslim Institute foundation
Founded in July 1902 by students and youth as a cultural and educational institution.
West Bengal Urdu Academy
An institution established by the Left Front Government for promoting the Urdu language.
Heritage Book Store
A bookstore focused on heritage literature.
Birthplace of Calcutta Tramways
A historic site marking the origin of Kolkata's tram system.
20 min
Mother House
The final resting place of St. Teresa, the house is a pilgrimage site with a 30-minute visit included in the tour.
30 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.