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6 Places to Visit in Kalimpong (2026): Tourist Spots, Timings & Entry Fees

Kalimpong is a quieter hill town than Darjeeling, spread along a ridge between Deolo and Durpin hills above the Teesta. A day covers the main sights: Deolo's viewpoint and paragliding, Durpin Monastery and Morgan House on the other hill, and the cactus nursery in town. On the way up from Siliguri, the road passes Coronation Bridge and the Sevoke Kali temple.

Updated · Breeziah Travel, Guwahati

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  1. 1.Deolo Hill

    Kalimpong

    View from Deolo Hill over the hills around Kalimpong

    Deolo Hill is Kalimpong's highest point, a park and viewpoint above the town with views of Kanchenjunga, the Teesta valley and, on clear days, Sikkim. Entry, timings, paragliding and how to reach it.

    Timings
    Daytime, roughly 8 am to 5:30 pm
    Entry fee
    A small entry fee (around ₹10–20); paragliding extra
    Distance
    About 5 km from Kalimpong town; about 70 km (2.5–3 hours) from Siliguri
    Time needed
    1–2 hours
    Best time
    October–April for mountain views

    Deolo Hill: full guide, how to reach and tips →

  2. 2.Durpin Monastery (Zang Dhok Palri Phodang)

    Durpin Dara, Kalimpong

    Zang Dhok Palri Phodang (Durpin Monastery) on Durpin Hill, Kalimpong

    Durpin Monastery, or Zang Dhok Palri Phodang, crowns Durpin Hill above Kalimpong, with murals, a large prayer hall and views over the Teesta. Timings, entry and how to fit it in.

    Timings
    Roughly 9 am to 5 pm
    Entry fee
    Free
    Distance
    About 5 km from Kalimpong centre
    Time needed
    45 minutes to 1 hour
    Best time
    October–April; morning prayers are the liveliest time

    Durpin Monastery (Zang Dhok Palri Phodang): full guide, how to reach and tips →

  3. 3.Morgan House

    Durpin Dara, Kalimpong

    Morgan House, an ivy-covered colonial stone mansion in Kalimpong

    Morgan House is a 1930s colonial mansion on Durpin Hill in Kalimpong, now a West Bengal Tourism heritage stay with gardens and Kanchenjunga views. Its history, visiting and staying.

    Timings
    Grounds open to visitors in the daytime; rooms for guests
    Entry fee
    Free to see from the grounds; stays booked through West Bengal Tourism
    Distance
    About 3 km from Kalimpong; near Durpin Monastery
    Time needed
    30 minutes, or an overnight stay
    Best time
    October–April

    Morgan House: full guide, how to reach and tips →

  4. 4.Pine View Nursery (Cactus Nursery)

    Kalimpong

    Rows of cacti under glass at Pine View Nursery, Kalimpong

    Pine View Nursery in Kalimpong is a private cactus collection with hundreds of species under glass, one of the largest in Asia. Timings, entry fee and the Sunday closure.

    Timings
    Roughly 9 am to 4:30 pm; closed on Sundays
    Entry fee
    A small fee (about ₹20 for Indian visitors)
    Distance
    About 2–3 km from Kalimpong centre
    Time needed
    30–45 minutes
    Best time
    All year

    Pine View Nursery (Cactus Nursery): full guide, how to reach and tips →

  5. 5.Coronation Bridge (Sevoke)

    Sevoke, near Siliguri

    Coronation Bridge, a single concrete arch over the Teesta gorge at Sevoke

    Coronation Bridge is a 1930s arch bridge over the Teesta gorge at Sevoke, on the road from Siliguri to Kalimpong and the Dooars. Distance from Siliguri, the best viewpoints and what's nearby.

    Timings
    Open all day (a public road bridge)
    Entry fee
    Free
    Distance
    About 20–25 km from Siliguri, 45 minutes to 1 hour
    Time needed
    20–30 minutes as a stop
    Best time
    October–April for clear views; the river is fullest in the monsoon

    Coronation Bridge (Sevoke): full guide, how to reach and tips →

  6. 6.Sevokeshwari Kali Mandir

    Sevoke, near Siliguri

    The Sevokeshwari Kali temple on a forested hillside at Sevoke

    Sevokeshwari Kali Mandir is a hillside Kali temple above the Teesta at Sevoke, reached by a flight of steps near Coronation Bridge. Distance from Siliguri, the climb and when to go.

    Timings
    Open from morning to evening; busiest on Saturdays, Tuesdays and Kali Puja
    Entry fee
    Free
    Distance
    About 22–26 km from Siliguri, around 1 hour
    Time needed
    45–60 minutes including the climb
    Best time
    October–April

    Sevokeshwari Kali Mandir: full guide, how to reach and tips →

Best time to visit Kalimpong

October to April for clear Kanchenjunga views and dry roads; March and April bring flowers. The monsoon (June to September) is wet, and landslides can slow the Teesta road.

How to reach Kalimpong

Kalimpong is about 70 km from Siliguri, NJP and Bagdogra, around 2.5–3 hours by road along the Teesta. It's about 2.5 hours from Darjeeling and 3 hours from Gangtok.

See Kalimpong with a local team

Private trips with a driver, hotels and permits arranged, built around the places above.

Darjeeling and Kalimpong tour packages →

Kalimpong: frequently asked questions

How many days are enough for Kalimpong?+

One full day covers Deolo, Durpin Monastery, Morgan House and the cactus nursery. Add a day for Lava, Lolegaon or Rishop nearby.

Is Kalimpong worth visiting?+

Yes, if you want a calmer hill town than Darjeeling, with monasteries, nurseries and wide views over the Teesta valley.

How far is Kalimpong from Siliguri?+

About 70 km, 2.5 to 3 hours by road via Sevoke and the Teesta valley.

Can I combine Kalimpong with Darjeeling or Gangtok?+

Yes. Kalimpong sits between them: about 2.5 hours from Darjeeling and 3 hours from Gangtok.

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