How to get to the Victoria Memorial by metro
Station, line, time and exit — the complete guide.
Get off at Maidan station (Blue Line). From there it is a ~8-minute walk to the Victoria Memorial and the Maidan.
St Paul’s Cathedral is about 12 minutes further on foot along Cathedral Road.
Alternatively: Rabindra Sadan station (Blue Line).
Overview
The Victoria Memorial is Kolkata’s most famous landmark — a vast white-marble monument set in landscaped gardens on the edge of the Maidan, built between 1906 and 1921 and now a museum of the city’s history. The nearest metro is Maidan on the Blue Line (Line 1), from where it is a short walk across the greenery to the memorial.
Getting there from key points
| Starting point | Metro route |
|---|---|
| Esplanade | Blue Line toward Kavi Subhash, ~4 min |
| Park Street | Blue Line, one stop, ~2 min |
| Howrah | Green Line to Esplanade, transfer to Blue Line, ~12 min |
Step by step
Take the Blue Line and get off at Maidan station.
Follow the signs to the right exit and up the escalator.
In about 8 minutes on foot you reach the Victoria Memorial and the Maidan.
What else to see nearby
- St Paul's Cathedral📍 Map12 min
Useful information
Frequently asked questions
How much is a metro ticket?
Kolkata Metro fares run from ₹5 to ₹25 by distance, valid across the network. Buy a token or use a Metro smart card. See the "Schedule" page for hours.
How long does it take from the centre?
Esplanade: Blue Line toward Kavi Subhash, ~4 min.
Which line serves the station?
Maidan station is served by the Blue Line.
Is the station accessible?
Newer metro stations have lifts and escalators; on the older Blue Line, Maidan may have escalators or stairs only.
Where can I see more sights?
See all attractions near the metro.
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Updated: July 2026