New Digha Beach Must visit
A wide, gently sloping beach that is good for families, with sunrise walks and fewer crowds.
Digha
West Bengal's favourite beach town, with the new Jagannath temple and seafood by the sea.
Reviewed by Ghumo Bihar team
- Best time
- October to March
- Days needed
- 2–3 days
- From Patna
- Train to Kolkata + 3–4 hrs
- Good for
- Families, beach lovers, pilgrims
About Digha
Why visit Digha
Digha, on the Bay of Bengal near the Odisha border, is the beach holiday everyone in eastern India knows. Old Digha has a busy promenade and shops; New Digha has a wide, gentle beach that is good for families. Fresh seafood, sunset walks and the evening bustle on the sea face are what Digha is about.
Digha now also has a grand Jagannath temple, opened in 2025, which draws pilgrims as well as holidaymakers. Nearby beaches like Udaipur, Talsari, Shankarpur and Mandarmani are quieter, and make Digha a good base for a few relaxed days.
Places to visit
Top places to visit in Digha
9 places, best first. Timings and fees change often, so check before you go.
Old Digha Sea Face Must visit
The busy promenade with shops, food stalls and evening crowds by the sea.
Digha Jagannath Temple Must visit
A grand new temple to Lord Jagannath, opened in 2025, modelled on the Puri temple.
Udaipur Beach
A quieter beach on the Odisha border, with casuarina trees and fishing boats.
Talsari Beach
Just across the border in Odisha: a sandbar, a river mouth and red crabs at low tide.
Marine Aquarium and Research Centre
Sea fish, turtles and other marine life, popular with children.
Amarabati Park
A lake park with boating and gardens in Old Digha.
Digha Science Centre
Interactive science exhibits and shows, good on a hot afternoon.
Chandaneswar Shiva Temple
An old Shiva temple just over the border in Odisha, crowded during the Chaitra festival.
Nearby, add to the same trip: Mandarmani, Tajpur, Shankarpur, Talsari and Chandaneswar in Odisha.
Travel with Ghumo Bihar
Trips to Digha
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When to go
Best time to visit Digha
October to March is best, with pleasant days and a calm sea. Summers are hot and humid, and the monsoon brings rough seas.
Winter (best)
October–March
15–28°C, calm sea
Ideal for the beach. Busy around Christmas and New Year.
Summer
April–June
Hot and humid, 30–36°C
Mornings and evenings on the beach; rest at noon.
Monsoon
July–September
Rough sea, heavy rain
Good for watching waves; swimming is not safe.
Festivals worth planning around
- Rath YatraThe chariot festival at the new Jagannath temple in June or July draws large crowds.
- Digha Sea Beach FestivalOccasional winter festival with music, food stalls and beach events.
Getting there
How to reach Digha
Travel from Patna to Kolkata (Howrah) by train, then take a direct train or drive to Digha, about 185 km.
- PatnaTrain to Howrah
About 7–10 hours
Many trains daily, including overnight trains.
- HowrahTrain to Digha
About 3.5–4 hours
Direct express trains run daily.
- KolkataCar or bus
About 185 km, 4 hours
Via the Kolkata–Digha road through Kolaghat and Contai.
On the ground
Getting around, stay and food
Getting around
Old and New Digha are a few kilometres apart; use e-rickshaws or toto.
Hire a car for a half day to see Udaipur, Talsari, Shankarpur and Mandarmani.
Where to stay
New Digha is quieter and newer; Old Digha is close to the busy sea face and markets.
- Sea-facing hotelsOld and New Digha · Sea views
- Mid-range hotelsNew Digha · Families
- West Bengal Tourism lodgesDigha · Value
Food to try
- Fresh fish fry: pomfret, prawns and crab fried on the spot at the beach stalls.
- Bengali fish thali: rice, dal, fish curry and sweets at local hotels.
- Sweets: rosogolla and mishti doi after every meal.
Travel tips
- Swim only where lifeguards allow; currents can be strong.
- Check the fish price by weight before it is fried.
- Weekends and holidays are crowded; book hotels in advance.
- Visit Talsari at low tide to walk on the sandbar.
Questions
Frequently asked questions
How do I reach Digha from Patna?
Take a train to Howrah (Kolkata), then a direct train or car to Digha, about 185 km.
What is the best time to visit Digha?
October to March, when the weather is pleasant and the sea is calm.
Is Digha good for families?
Yes. New Digha's gentle beach, the aquarium, Amarabati Park and the science centre are all family friendly.
Can I combine Digha and Mandarmani?
Yes. Mandarmani is about 30 km away; many people stay one night in each.
Does Ghumo Bihar run trips to Digha?
Yes. We plan group and private beach trips from Patna.
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