South Park Street Cemetery

I have heard and read it's a haunted place but honestly I didn't feel much about it. I went around 11 30am in the morning so i didn't feel much. It closes at 5pm . Maybe after dark you might feel different. There is a small plant nursery inside where you can purchase plants. It's so nice literally. Near the entrance there is a family who stays and I just think about them .
There are not much crowd. It's quite far from Madian and park Street metro so I suggest take bus upto Mullick bazar as it's easier or take an uber/ola . There are many dead bodies more than 200/300 years old. One grave have 2 3 bodies and all of them astonishing died an early death starting from 1 month to 50 years. Nevertheless it's nice for photoshoot. Entry is 20 and dslr is 50. It's opposite to Assembly of God church school

Went there today, the environment was calm and peaceful.
Light breeze was blowing.
The place has another level of serenity, among the busy streets of Kolkata.
It's a beautiful historical place.

This is a historical place as u all know. You can find many tombs here by some famous personalities. This is one of the most peaceful places in Kolkata. The entry fee up till now is 20 rupees per head. Open till 8pm.

Top tips for visiting South Park Street Cemetery

Flooding – While we were here just after the monsoon in October a lot of the cemetery was flooded. So, some you can’t access. Although the park seems to be well maintained there are cracks and uneven floors. So, watch your step! Also, the grassy areas have hidden potholes.

Moss – There are flat walking routes to explore the graveyard and most of the tombs are numbered. Some of the the floor had a lot of moss growing on it. So, if it is monsoon season some areas be flooded and super slippy.
South Park Street Cemetery Moss
There’s lots of moss and overgrow in the park

Dogs – There were a lot of dogs that use this as their home. Some will be sleeping in the tombs. Just be careful not to annoy them! One starting chasing us and I freaked out.
Photos – Photography is allowed here but remember to be respectful of the dead. This is not the place for a wedding photo shoot, selfie or your next Instagram post.
Couples – sorry to be ‘that’ person, but this isn’t a place to come and make out guys! I saw a couple here doing it here and was pretty grossed out. It’s a cemetery. I could think of far more romantic places for a date…

South Park Street Cemetery
I loved these old signs. They look like they’ve been here since the 19th century lol!
Don’t forget to support the graveyard

The graveyard is an archaeological site but it relies on work from volunteers, tour guides, and donations to keep running.

So, when you’re here, make sure you sign their guidebook, buy a book, or even just a small bottle of water (20 rupees) that they have for sale.

Any support you can give would be a big help and make sure the place keeps running for all.

Is South Park Street Cemetery Kolkata haunted?
It’s really a lovely peaceful place

Where is South Park Street Cemetery located in Kolkata?

The graveyard can be found on Park Street in Kolkata near Mother Teresa Sani.

You will have to be on the lookout, but when you turn down Park Street you’ll see the pink entrance gate quite easily.

We decided to walk over here from the main shopping area of Park Street as we were nearby. But, it’s easy to access all over the city using taxis and public transport.

How to reach South Park Street Cemetery

By Metro

The underground subway system in Kolkata is really cheap and efficient. The nearest stop is Maidan and it’s a 20-minute walk from there.

The trams are more convenient (more below). You pay by the kilometre and it starts at 10 rupees for 10 kilometres. Anything over 25 kilometres is 25 rupees and that’s the max.

You simply buy a token to ride and then look out for your stop. It’s really hot inside as there is no air conditioning.

Kolkata Metro
The metro is hot and hectic but cheap and efficient
By Tram

The nearest Tram stop for this would be Mullick Bazaar. From here it’s just a few minute’s walk.

You’ll be dropped off at the Lower Circle cemetery, which replaced the one on Park Street!

Opening times and ticket prices for South Park Street Cemetery The cemetery is open daily from 10 am – 5 pm.

Beyond that time it is locked, so you can’t visit at night time, unfortunately, to look out for ghosts.

Although we did see in guidebooks it used to be free of charge, they do charge for entry now.

South Park Street Cemetery ticket prices are 20 rupees per Indian and 50 rupees for a foreigner.

If you wanted to provide a bigger donation, you can purchase one of their awesome guidebooks for only 100 rupees. I bought one as a souvenir and it had lots of lovely photos in print.

This is a very beautiful place ....It is one of the oldest cemeteries in Kolkata...Here many people from British Era have been cremeted. Now there is a charge to enter the cemetery. Many famous people graves can be found here...I have heard and read it's a haunted place but honestly I didn't feel much about it. I went around 11:30am in the morning so i didn't feel much.... The entry fee up till now is 20 rupees per head. Open till 8pm....There are not much crowd.There are many dead bodies more than 200/300 years old. One grave have 2 3 bodies and all of them astonishing died an early death starting from 1 month to 50 years....This is one of the most peaceful places in Kolkata. you are looking for a place for chill and have some quiet time with somebody or alone....A really aesthetic place brimming with so much history. A very good exploration site where you can enjoy the quietness

20rs ticket per person, valid only for 2hours. If you stay there for more than 2, have to buy another ticket on the time of leaving. Very peaceful place as graveyards should be. Many eminent people's grave is there. No spirit sighting. Lots of insects. Beware of mosquitos.[Adding one of my artworks i did there]

South Park Street Cemetery is a must-visit in Kolkata. The tall graves, shady trees and the relative quietness form the bustles of the city makes it a great place to visit for a leisurely stroll. Also great for photography. Ticket price is 20 rupees, but if you have a camera then they will charge you 50 rupees at the gate.

Closed since 1790, this place has its own beauty and serenity. It's the place where the deads are resting in peace. Unfortunately, there are some tombs and structures which've been graffitied by some micreants. They've zero respect to the sanctity of the place. It's possible due to very low entry fee to this place. It will be wise to increase the entry fee to Rs. 50 per person in general (without camera, as those who carries cameras costing in lakhs, are more responsible & from educated sections of the society).