Digha & Mandarmani travel guide

Things to do in Digha & Mandarmani

1. New Digha Beach

   2 h · Free

   New Digha Beach is a popular coastal spot known for its wide promenade and local snack stalls. Visitors can enjoy relaxed walks along the shore while taking in the sea breeze.

2. Digha Jagannath Dham

   1 h · Free

   Digha Jagannath Dham is a newly built temple in West Bengal designed on the model of the famous shrine in Puri. It serves as an important spiritual center for devotees visiting the coastal town.

   Tip: Dress modestly as is customary for traditional temple visits

3. Mandarmani Beach

   2 h · Free

   Mandarmani Beach is a long seaside resort beach in West Bengal where you can drive your vehicle right onto the sand at low tide. Located at the northern end of the Bay of Bengal, it is a fast-developing coastal destination.

   Tip: Check the low tide timings in advance before planning a drive on the beach

4. Tajpur Beach

   2 h · Free

   Tajpur Beach is a relatively new tourist destination on the shore of the Bay of Bengal in West Bengal. Set between Mandarmani and Shankarpur, the clean beach features numerous red crabs and casuarinas. The area also includes around 1400 acres of land dedicated to pisciculture with a number of fish-ponds.

   Tip: Look out for the local fish-ponds and pisciculture projects around the area

5. Marine Aquarium, Digha

   45 min · ₹20 entry

   Marine Aquarium in Digha displays the fascinating sea life of the Bay of Bengal. It is located in the popular seaside resort town of West Bengal, known for its coastal charm.

Where to stay in Digha & Mandarmani

• New Digha

  ₹1,000–3,000

  Hotels on the sea front.

• Mandarmani

  ₹3,000–8,000

  Beach resorts.

What to eat

• Fried pomfret & prawns

  street food

  Fresh catch at the beach stalls.