How To Spend A Day In Kolkata With Only Rs 100?

Sounds far fetched? It's actually not. The City of Joy is a wonder when it comes to not opening your purse now and then. There is a lot you can do with only Rs 100 in your pocket and spend an entire day in Kolkata, de facto.

Travelling wishes and the monetary sides haven't quite been on friendly terms since the beginning of time. All it needs is one sly look at the bank account before planning a trip outside or even in the city. It seems Kolkata city shows a way out of the proverbial loop. As cheaper as it can get, the city unveils optimized means of moving around, eating and spending time which other cities seem to be at a loss. Such is the extent of not busting your budget, that you can do crazy things in Kolkata with just Rs 100 in your pocket. Who knows? It might be even lesser. 

1. Rs 10: Travel From One Corner To Another

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From the far north Kalyani Simanta to the heart of the city at Sealdah, the local trains only gives a tiny scratch of Rs 15. Even the East-West railway route gets you to the other side of the Gange offering a spectacular view of the Howrah Bridge at only Rs 20. This isn't insane because the next things on the line are more extraordinary. 

2. Around The City In Rs 25!

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Escape the budgetary grind of cabs and taxis by choosing the Kolkata Metro as your ride. With the least fare starting at Rs 5 to the highest standing at Rs 25, the metro mostly covers all major monuments, shopping destinations, restaurants and other prime locations of Kolkata. The best part is the Metro Stations are itself standing on busiest and most visited streets of Kolkata. Esplanade, the focal point of attraction, will cost only you Rs 10. 

3. Heavy Breakfast In Rs 10

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The signature Bengali breakfast starts with kochuri, aalor torkari and a sweet. In just Rs 10, you can enjoy three pieces of kochuri and a substantial amount of curry. At some places, especially near the Rabindra Sadan Metro, you can enjoy an extra sweet either Balushai or a Jalebi with an extra Rs 3. Major breakfast destinations include Putiram at College Street, K.C Das at Esplanade, Nobin Chandra Das in Shobhabazar and Gariahat, and many more locations. 

4. A View Of The World In Rs 20

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If you are wondering about the 'view of the world' phrase, then Ecopark sells the idea hit crazy. With brilliant replication of the seven wonders of the world, a relaxing lake, Darjeeling Tea lounge, stretches of shady trees and green grass, and a bicycle rent at Rs 10 per hour, Eco Park is the hotspot for spending an entire day in peace. The funniest part is the entry fee if this humungous park is only Rs 20. 

By the way, Esplanade is the best way to be more money conscious without compromising with your enjoyment. The vicinity is famous for one-stop food and shopping. 

Know more about: 15 Things To Do In Kolkata

5. It's Lunch Time!

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This sumptuous lunch Thali would cost you only around Rs 30- Rs 40 depending upon your vegan or non-vegan choice. If you are in Salt Lake, the Ultadanga Crossing will offer you many such eateries. If you happen to be in Esplanade, walk towards Chandni and the delicious smell will guide you to the destination. The thali in general consists of rice, a vegetable,  rotis and dal along with achar and salad. 

6. A Free Photowalk Into The Past

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Starting from Shyambazar to your location around Chandni and Esplanade, the city dives into the pages of history. Walking from the Chandni Metro towards Central Avenue will take you an ostentatious yet dilapidated stretch of Victorian bungalows, mansions and renovated houses with magnificent Thakurdalans. You won't realize when the walk would cause the evening to set in and the Central Avenue street food shops have started bustling with customers. 

7. Snack Shacks Starting From Rs 10

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How much are you left with? Taking everything into consideration, let's just take the least approach and agree on Rs 20. What marvel this city is! You can have a quick snack enough to make you burp in Rs 20 itself. There is the Puchka, Ghugni chaat, jhaal muri, chire bhaja, samosa, peyaji, varieties of cutlets and pakoda everything coming at Rs 2- Rs 3 per piece. If you have more than Rs 20, the best bite to keep your belly full is the iconic Egg Roll. 

We just gave you an overview of all those things you can do in this city throughout the day without exceeding Rs 100. So you see, travelling to Kolkata isn't just fun but enriching.