Pujo ParikramaOpen appDurga Puja pandals in Kumartuli, Bagbazar & Hatibagan 2026: map-free list, food and parking
Kumartuli, Bagbazar & Hatibagan (কুমোরটুলি, বাগবাজার ও হাতিবাগান) is one of Kolkata's Durga Puja pandal-hopping areas, in North Kolkata. Bonedi bari, Kumartuli artisans, and the oldest sarbojanin pujas. Narrow lanes, deep tradition. This guide lists 17 pandals here, including Bagbazar Sarbojanin, Kumartuli Park Sarbojanin, Sovabazar Rajbari, Tala Prattoy. Take the Blue Line to Sovabazar or Shyambazar. The lanes off Rabindra Sarani and Bidhan Sarani are closed to cars most evenings.
Pandals (17)
- Bagbazar Sarbojanin: One of the oldest sarbojanin pujas. Traditional daker saaj idol, plus a riverside fair. Best: 9 am–12 pm · metro Shyambazar
- Kumartuli Park Sarbojanin: Next door to the idol-makers' quarter. Expect bold, artistic themes every year. Best: 5–9 am · metro Sovabazar Sutanuti
- Sovabazar Rajbari: A bonedi bari puja started by Raja Nabakrishna Deb. The thakurdalan is stunning. Best: 12–5 pm · metro Sovabazar Sutanuti
- Tala Prattoy: North Kolkata's blockbuster theme puja. The queue moves fast at dawn. Best: 5–9 am · metro Belgachia
- Kumartuli Sarbojanin: Worshipped where the idols are born. Walk the artisan lanes on the way. Best: 9 am–12 pm · metro Sovabazar Sutanuti
- Ahiritola Sarbojanin: A riverside neighbourhood puja known for large-scale theme work. Best: 12–5 pm · metro Sovabazar Sutanuti
- Kashi Bose Lane: A lane-side puja that keeps winning art awards. Best: 5–9 pm · metro Sovabazar Sutanuti
- Nalin Sarkar Street: A famous Hatibagan theme puja tucked into a narrow lane. Best: 5–9 pm · metro Shyambazar
- Hatibagan Sarbojanin: Right at the Hatibagan crossing. Easy to combine with street shopping. Best: 5–9 pm · metro Shyambazar
- Jagat Mukherjee Park: Park-based theme puja near Shyambazar. Best: 5–9 pm · metro Shyambazar
- Telengabagan Sarbojanin: Award-winning theme work off the Belgachia–Ultadanga stretch. Best: 5–9 pm · metro Belgachia
- Ahiritola Jubak Brinda: A short hop from Ahiritola Sarbojanin, with inventive craft themes. Best: 12–5 pm · metro Sovabazar Sutanuti
- Hatibagan Nabin Pally: A smaller theme puja a few minutes from the Hatibagan crossing. Best: 5–9 pm · metro Shyambazar
- Lalabagan Nabankur: A compact theme puja that fits well between Tala Prattoy and Shyambazar. Best: 12–5 pm · metro Shyambazar
- Ultadanga Sangrami: A well-known puja in Bagbazar–Hatibagan. Pin is approximate (centre of Ultadanga); ask locally for the exact lane. Best: 5–9 pm · metro Belgachia
- Shyam Square Sarbojanin: A well-known puja in Bagbazar–Hatibagan. Pin is approximate (centre of Shyam Square); ask locally for the exact lane. Best: 5–9 pm · metro Shyambazar
- Gouribari Sarbojanin: A neighbourhood puja in Bagbazar–Hatibagan, listed on OpenStreetMap. Best: 5–9 pm · metro Shyambazar
Food
- Mitra Cafe (Sovabazar): Fish kabiraji, Brain chop, Mutton cutlet · ₹500 for two
- Girish Chandra Dey & Nakur Chandra Nandy: Nolen gur sandesh, Jolbhora, Monohara · ₹150 for two
- Chittaranjan Mistanna Bhandar: Rosogolla, Amritakumbha, Mishti doi · ₹150 for two
- Golbari: Kosha mangsho, Paratha · ₹1,000 for two
- Allen's Kitchen: Prawn cutlet, Chicken stew · ₹500 for two
- Sen Mahasay (Shyambazar): Abar khabo, Nolen gur sandesh, Mishti doi · ₹150 for two
- Laxmi Narayan Shaw & Sons: Alur chop, Beguni, Fuluri · ₹150 for two
- Nobin Chandra Das & Sons (Bagbazar): Rosogolla, Sandesh, Mishti doi · ₹150 for two
- Benfish: Chilli chicken, Indian meals · ₹1,000 for two
- MOMO HUY: Chilli chicken · ₹1,000 for two
- CFC: Chilli chicken · ₹150 for two
- Bhojohori Manna: Indian meals · ₹1,000 for two
- Royal Biryani: Indian meals · ₹150 for two
- Aminia Restaurant: Indian meals, Kebab · ₹1,000 for two
- Chowman Gouribari: Chilli chicken, Thai, Continental · ₹1,000 for two
- Fatso's roll: Rolls, Snacks · ₹150 for two
- New Madras Tiffin: Meals · ₹1,000 for two
- National Economic Restaurant: Tea, Coffee · ₹120 for two
- Lamprini Cafe: Tea, Coffee · ₹120 for two
Parking
- Noapara Metro (Park & Ride) · ₹20–50: Leave the car here and ride the Blue Line to Shyambazar or Sovabazar.
- Hatibagan Pay & Park (Bidhan Sarani) · ₹20/hr: Usually closed after 4 pm on the main puja days. Check the KP advisory.
Frequently asked questions
Which are the best pandals in Kumartuli, Bagbazar & Hatibagan?
Bagbazar Sarbojanin, Kumartuli Park Sarbojanin, Sovabazar Rajbari, Tala Prattoy, Kumartuli Sarbojanin, Ahiritola Sarbojanin.
How do I get to Kumartuli, Bagbazar & Hatibagan for pandal hopping?
Take the Blue Line to Sovabazar or Shyambazar. The lanes off Rabindra Sarani and Bidhan Sarani are closed to cars most evenings.
Can I drive to Kumartuli, Bagbazar & Hatibagan during Durga Puja?
Avoid driving: the lanes are closed to cars most evenings.