Fort William Tourism
Type of destination: Historical Landmark
Ideal visit duration: 1-2 hours
Fort William is a massive fortification in Kolkata, West Bengal, India, named after King William III of England. Situated on the eastern banks of the Hooghly River, the fort was originally constructed by the British East India Company in 1696. The current structure, however, was built between 1757 and 1781 after the original was destroyed during the Siege of Calcutta by Siraj ud-Daulah, the Nawab of Bengal. The fort is constructed in an irregular octagonal shape with walls that span over a mile in length and feature six gates. These gates include the Plassey, Chowringhee, Water, St. Georges, and the Treasury Gates. Fort William is a piece of colonial architectural marvel, with lush green spaces and a well-maintained complex that includes numerous buildings, such as the church of St. Peter. Today, Fort William is the property of the Indian Army and houses the Eastern Command headquarters. It serves more as a military garrison than a historic monument, which means access to the public is restricted.
Opening and Closing time of Fort William
| Sunday |
10:00 AM - 5:30 PM |
| Monday |
10:00 AM - 5:30 PM |
| Tuesday |
10:00 AM - 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday |
10:00 AM - 5:30 PM |
| Thursday |
10:00 AM - 5:30 PM |
| Friday |
Closed |
| Saturday |
10:00 AM - 5:30 PM |
Disclaimer: It's important to check the most current information before planning your visit, as opening hours can vary and might be subject to change due to special events, maintenance, or unforeseen circumstances. A reliable way to confirm the opening hours is to contact the local tourism board, check the official website (if available)
Entry Ticket Pricing for Fort William
Disclaimer: Please note that prices are subject to change, cross check required .
Tips when you are visiting to Fort William
Visitor Guidelines
Obtain necessary permissions for a visit, since it's a military area.
Carry a valid ID for security checks.
Photography may be restricted; inquire beforehand.
Stay hydrated, especially if visiting during warmer months.
Respect the rules and guidelines provided by the authorities due to the functioning army base.
Top 5 Reviews on Fort William
pilgrim_gsa
Wrote on 2nd Dec, 2022
A peep into the British Era Relic of Kolkatta's Gem
Kolkatta's Hidden Gem
It was a memorable historical visit going for a heritage walk tour in Fort William organised by the Eastern Command that takes you on a guided tour to the permissible areas withi..
rayrest
Wrote on 6th May, 2022
Mountains galore
Great base for the ben nevis mountain range or just a hike or two. Wherever you seem to look there is a mountain. Plenty of attractions to see as well.
unsettledguy
Wrote on 7th Apr, 2022
Fort William
This place is not open to tourist, its the eastern command headquarters. Militarized area. only service personal have access.
ParwathiH
Wrote on 26th Mar, 2020
Fort William
Fort William is basically the old fort constructed by the British. However now it is the name given to the general area where the Army is stationed. We visited the old fort and found it interesting w..
saurabhkarmakar
Wrote on 18th Feb, 2020
Vacation
Travel through history. The fall and rise of Bengal. Lots of historical data stored in one location.
