Race Course in Kolkata, India's Number One Racetrack

January

10.9 - 29.8 °C

February

12.4 - 33.9 °C

March

18.2 - 37.5 °C

April

21.1 - 38.8 °C

May

21.8 - 39.0 °C

June

23.9 - 37.8 °C

July

24.3 - 36.0 °C

August

24.6 - 35.3 °C

September

23.9 - 35.5 °C

October

20.9 - 35.2 °C

November

16.0 - 33.1 °C

December

11.9 - 30.0 °C

Major Airports :

Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose Airport (CCU), Kolkata

Nearest Railway Station :

Howrah Railway Station (HWH)

Sealdah Railway Station (SDAH)

Witness the thrill of horse-riding

Right in the beating heart of Kolkata sits one of India’s most respected and premier horse racing venues, the Kolkata Race Course, managed by the Royal Calcutta Turf Club. Come and experience the elegance of this amazing race course, where the city's elite and aristocratic crowd gather for thrilling shows. This grand venue, one of the largest race courses in the country, was built to promote the timeless art of horse riding. It is renowned for some of the most prestigious racing events that have been held here. Besides the Race Course is the sprawling polo ground, which is known to be the nation's finest.

The legacy of the Apcar Family

The history of Kolkata's Race Course is a reminder of colonial times. Built in 1820, it still exudes luxury and grandeur. Initially, it was a gathering place for the aristocracy, but by 1880, it had opened its doors to people from all over the city and country. It is said that the building was originally the home of the prominent Armenian Apcar Family, an important merchant family who had immigrated from Persia during the 1770s. This explains the venue's Palladian-style architecture, marble floors, and teakwood doors that exude wealth and prosperity. During the Derby Season, from July to September and November to March, equestrian enthusiasts come from all over, turning Kolkata into a hub of horse racing excitement. Even in the off-season, the club hosts thrilling polo matches, maintaining its allure throughout the year.

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Timings

Open all day

Monday to Sunday

Kolkata's charms beckon

After indulging in the glamour of the rich and famous, visit the grand Victoria Memorial near the Race Course. This marble monument built for Queen Victoria showcases the colonial past through its architecture and British-era artefacts. Explore the lush gardens surrounding the memorial. Don't miss Maidan, Kolkata's urban park, and the Indian Museum for a comprehensive journey through time. Also, visit St. Paul's Cathedral, South Park Street Cemetery, Birla Planetarium, Kalighat Kali Temple, and Prinsep Ghat. These attractions of a historical significance and unique charm, provide an enriching experience around the Race Course in Kolkata.