15 Best Beaches in West Bengal That You Should Visit

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West Bengal, one of the famous tourist destinations, lies in the eastern part of India. It stretches from the Himalayan region in the northern region to the Bay of Bengal in the south, thus encompassing diverse geography.

However, if you are a beach lover looking for the best beaches in West Bengal, here are a few beaches are known for their unspoilt beauty, playful waters, composed atmosphere and undulating surrounding beauty.

The state of West Bengal is famous for many things like literature, heritage, Bengali cuisine, and others. However, one of the most noteworthy features of this place is its serene beaches. So, if you are looking for some beach fun, there are many options for you to explore, like the ones mentioned below:

1. Digha, Kolkata

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One of the most popular beaches in West Bengal, Digha is a shallow sand beach which remains crowded throughout the year. You can enjoy trying different sports activities, sitting near the shore on the long stretch of land extending up to 7 km or visiting nearby tourist attractions.

• Best Time to Visit: October to February
• Famous for: Digha is a happening place where people come to enjoy:
  • Horse riding on the beach
  • Water scooter ride
  • Chandeshwar Shiva temple
  • Marine Aquarium & Research Centre (MARC)
  • Inflatable motor boat riding

2. Mandarmani, East Medinipur

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Mandarmani is another famous beach in West Bengal that stretches almost 13 km. Located along the route of Kolkata to Digha, people come here to enjoy the low waves and red crabs found on the coastline of this serene beach.

The major highlight of Mandarmani includes taking a stroll at the beach, trying authentic seafood and sipping coconut water.

• Best Time to Visit: October to May
• Famous for: There are a few famous things to note about Mandarmani, and that is:
  • Sun City Resort (one of the initial resorts)
  • Clear sunset and sunrise view
  • Dakshin Purushottampur

3. Tajpur, Purba Medinipur

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Another beach lying on the shore of the Bay of Bengal, Tajpur, is the first choice when one wants to enjoy a secluded beach time. It is an offbeat beach blessed with clear water and lush greenery.

Here one can spot tons of crabs along the beach line and have delicious seafood offered by plenty of shacks. It is close to Mandarmani, so one can visit both beaches at once.

• Best Time to Visit: October to February
• Famous for: Few things that are famous about Tajpur are:
  • Fried fishes and crabs
  • Spotting red crabs
  • Nature walking
  • Sea bathing

4. Shankarpur, Paschim Bardhaman

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This virgin beach town is a continuation of Tajpur beach and is unexplored. Tourists can enjoy a lovely view of fishers trailing their nets in the sea on local boats. In addition, the tall trees surrounding the places make the view picture perfect. Another special thing is enjoying fresh fish and other seafood in its shacks.

• Best Time to Visit: December to April
• Famous for: To seek the most fun here, make sure you are aware of its noteworthy features like:
  • Strolling through the beach
  • Fishing activities
  • Driving to nearby beaches
  • Luxury resort

5. Udaipur Beach, Close to West Bengal and Orissa border

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Located 2 km away from Digha Udaipur beach is one of the top beaches of West Bengal away from the crowd. The surroundings of this beach are covered with dense casuarina trees and makeshift stalls scattered throughout.

Furthermore, you can either stroll through the deserted beach, or try fresh fish, or indulge in some water sports.

• Best Time to Visit: October to March
• Famous for: Besides bathing in the sea you can enjoy the following things:
  • Speed boating
  • Tasting local delicacies
  • Shopping for souvenirs
  • Exploring the stretches

6. Diamond Harbour, South 24 Parganas

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Diamond Harbour is a beautiful meeting point where the Hooghly River meets the Bay of Bengal. With stunning scenery and pleasant humid weather, it makes the perfect go-to weekend option for those residing in the capital city of West Bengal, Kolkata. Additionally, there are interesting locations to hit nearby, like Bakkhali beach, the town of Joynagar, etc.

• Best Time to Visit: October to March
• Famous for: If you are visiting Diamond Harbour, keep a note of the following attractions:
  • Ferry ride on Hooghly River
  • Sharisha Ramkrishna Mission Ashram
  • Kalidas Dutta's collection
  • Raichak resort

7. Bakkhali, South 24 Parganas

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Bakkhali is a little hamlet near Sundarbans wrapped in the wilderness of West Bengal. It is a crescent-shaped beach which people like to visit from various parts of the world. You will find liquor shops at the beach, but if you are not a fan, you can also enjoy sipping coconuts on the shorelines. The sea is calm and clean, adding to a memorable trip.

• Best Time to Visit: October to March
• Famous for: The following are some of the top attractions of Bakkhali:
  • Cycle ride around the town
  • Boat rides
  • Wind farms
  • Lazy beach walks
  • Coconut water

8. Junput Beach, Purba Medinipur

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Located near Digha, Junput beach is a calm spot surrounded by beautiful Casuarina trees. People generally come here to enjoy some time in solitude. The most famous thing about this beach is it is less crowded and surrounded by many attractions. One of its museums contains a collection of rare species, including snakes, fish, and other aquatic creatures.

• Best Time to Visit: October to March
• Famous for: Besides peace, you can also enjoy other noteworthy things like:
  • Picnic
  • Research Centre Museum
  • Brackish Water Fish Cultivation
  • Beach Walk
  • Lighthouse
  • Kapalkundala temple

9. Sagar Island, South 24 Parganas

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It is located in the southernmost part of West Bengal and is a religious spot for Hindus. Famous by the name Gangasagar, thousands of pilgrims visit this place every year during Makar Sankranti to attend the grand Mela and dip themselves in the holy water of the sea.

However, there are other things to do, like exploring nature's gift, visiting the lighthouse, etc.

• Best Time to Visit: January and February
• Famous for: There are a few things famous about this place which you must not miss, like:
  • View from lighthouse
  • Omkarnath temple
  • Kapil Muni Ashram
  • Ganga Sagar Fair
  • Bathing in holy sea water

10. Henry Island, South 24 Parganas

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To enjoy the goodness of the sea and the mangrove forest Henry Island can be a perfect tourist spot for you. It has a well-connected road leading to the capital city of West Bengal, Kolkata. Also, while driving to this place, you will find many paddy fields and agricultural areas. Thus, making your drive memorable. 

• Best Time to Visit: January and February
• Famous for: Some top things to note about this place are:
  • View from the watchtower
  • Pristine white sand
  • Mangrove forest
  • Famous nearby towns like Bakkhali

11. Mousuni Island, South 24 Parganas

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Mousuni Island is a new beach and yet to be explored by travellers. This virgin beach offers the most serene sunrise and sunset view. You can also admire the beauty of mangrove forests, a glimpse of rural Bengal and calm waters. It lies between Sagar Island and the Bakkhali-Frasergunj zone. 

Moreover, it has easy connectivity to highway roads. 

• Best Time to Visit: January and February
• Famous for: People visiting Mousuni Island must be aware of things its famous for, including:
  • Camping
  • Sunset
  • Bird watching
  • A glimpse of rural life

12. Talasari Beach, Between Digha and Orissa

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10 km from Digha, Talasari is a pristine beach in the Baleswar district of Odisha. This virgin beach is blessed with a panorama view, calmer waves, and coconut and cashew trees. 

Talasari's name is taken after two words, Tala and Sari, meaning rhythm and row, respectively. It does not attract much crowd and includes a serene view of fishers trapping fish.  

• Best Time to Visit: October to December
• Famous for: Here are some of the top things Talasari beach is famous for:
  • Boat rides
  • Fried seafood
  • Fishing activities
  • Spotting red crabs
  • Different range of trees

13. Falta Beach, South 24 Parganas

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Falta beach, known for its beauty, is one of the most visited beaches of West Bengal. This place has a history attached to it involving how Siraj-ud-daula captured Kolkata. Apart from this, a little ahead of this beach, you can find a serene site of River Damodar merging with Hooghly River. Also, there are enough budgeted places to stay during your weekend. 

• Best Time to Visit: October to February
• Famous for: If visiting Falta Beach there are a few noteworthy things to be aware of:
  • Picnic at the merging point
  • Acharya Jagdish Chandra Bose farmhouse
  • Ruin of ship built in the 17th century

14. Baguran Jalpai, Medinipur

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Located in the East Medinipur region, Baguran Jalpai is another pristine beach you can explore with your family, friends or partner.

This secluded beach with a vast expansion of sea in the front and calm waves touching the beach's shores gives tourists a delightful sight. Additionally, the surroundings of the Casuarina plantation lining up in the corner are mesmerising.

• Best Time to Visit: October to February
• Famous for: Before visiting, make sure you know about the things it is known for, like:
  • Spotting red crabs
  • Dariapur lighthouse
  • Bargabhima and Nachinda temple

15. Gobardhanpur, Jajapur

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Gobardhanpur, also famous as G-plot, is one of the newest beaches of West Bengal you can add to your bucket list. It lies amidst the Sundarban delta region. Thus, you have to cross many creeks while reaching this place. 

Moreoever, it is not far away from the capital city of West Bengal, Kolkata. Also, you may have to take a ferry to reach the beach.

• Best Time to Visit: October to February
• Famous for: Few famous things about this beach are:
  • Boating to Kalash Island
  • Bird watching
  • Exploring Sundarbans
  • Strolling through the village