Uttarayan
Santiniketan, West Bengal · Santiniketan travel guide
Tagore's homes and creative living spaces.
The Uttarayan Complex is a cluster of houses where Tagore lived and worked. Each building has a unique architectural style and reflects aspects of his personality and lifestyle. It's a key site for understanding his everyday life.
Plan your visit
| Time to spend | About 1.5 h (1–2.5 h) |
|---|---|
| Best time of day | 10 AM–1 PM — open daytime hours, cooler morning |
| Best months | Oct–Mar |
| Months to avoid | Apr–Jun |
| Entry fee | ₹50 (approx.) |
| Opening hours | Mon–Tue: 10 AM–5 PM; Wed–Thu: Closed; Fri–Sun: 10 AM–5 PM |
| Setting | Indoor & outdoor |
| Effort | Easy |
| Good for | Families, Elderly, Couples, Solo, Groups |
| Rating | 4.6 / 5 on Google (2,243 reviews) |
Poush Mela (December) and Basanta Utsav (March) bring crowds; closed Wednesday and Thursday.
Frequently asked questions
How much time do you need at Uttarayan?
Most visitors spend about 1.5 h; 1–2.5 h depending on pace.
What is the best time to visit Uttarayan?
10 AM–1 PM, for open daytime hours, cooler morning. The best months are Oct–Mar.
What is the entry fee for Uttarayan?
₹50 for Indian adults (approximate; prices change, so confirm before you go).
What are the timings of Uttarayan?
Mon–Tue: 10 AM–5 PM; Wed–Thu: Closed; Fri–Sun: 10 AM–5 PM.