Siliguri

Siliguri has a population of half a million (around one million for the entire metropolitan area), making it the third-largest city in West Bengal.
With massive developments, the city has grown from a small, sleepy town into one of the most important commercial hubs in north east India. Sprawling and boisterous, modern condominiums dominate the landscape on entering the city, followed by streets of market stalls that surround a core of up-scale shops and shopping malls.
Due to its position as a shopping and business hub and a centre of learning, the city enjoys a sophistication and range of shopping usually only associated with the metro cities. It is also known for its liberal and laid back atmosphere and vibrant music scene.
Siliguri is the only city in West Bengal other than Kolkata to have a commercial airport and, perhaps due to the high concentration of colleges, institutes and private schools, the city has the highest literacy rates in the state. Traditionally, Siliguri has been known for the four 'T's — tourism, timber, tea and transport — and is the gateway to Darjeeling, Sikkim, Bhutan and the North East.

By train

• Siliguri has three railway stations: New Jalpaiguri (NJP), Siliguri Junction and Siliguri Town, of these New Jalpaiguri is the busiest, and is a 20- to 30-minute ride from the city center. Although mostly servicing local routes, Siliguri Junction also has a few long distance trains including Mahananda Express (from New Delhi) and Kanchankanya Express (from Sealdah).

By bus

Siliguri Bus Station is located across the street from the Sher-e-Punjab Hotel on Hill Cart Road (Tenzing Norgay Road).

• There are regular buses to/from Kolkata. The well-known and comfortable Siliguri Rocket, run by the North Bengal State Transport Corporation (NBSTC), leaves Kolkata at 8PM arriving Siliguri at 8AM (₹245). Some private bus lines also ply the route. The 'Royal Cruiser' Volvo buses leaves Kolkata at 8PM arriving Siliguri at 9 AM (₹745 AC/₹325 non-AC).
• Under a joint understanding between Indian and Bangladeshi transport authority, there are regular bus services to/from Dhaka, capital of Bangladesh. BRTC (Bangladesh Road Transport Corporation) buses leave Dhaka every night at 8PM and reach India-Bangladesh border at Changrabanda post at early morning. These buses will not cross the border and the passengers have to clear customs, walk a few hundred yards to cross the border and board the waiting Indian buses for another three-hour ride to Siliguri. The buses are air conditioned, very comfortable and depart on time. One-way fare from Dhaka to Siliguri is between USD 20 to 25, depending on conversion rates.
• There is a regular bus service from Phuentsholing, Bhutan and the Bhutanese border town of Jaigon. Buses from Phuentsholing heading towards Siliguri leave at 7AM, 7:30AM, 8:15AM and 3PM daily and takes approximately 4½ hr.
• A direct deluxe service links Siliguri to Kathmandu, with buses plying the route on alternate days.

By plane

• Bagdogra AirportDue to the airport being designated an air force base, it is still known as Bagdogra, but, in reality, it is Siliguri Airport. The number of flights operating from Bagdogra has increased substantially and the airport has links with most major Indian cities - Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, Chennai, Kolkata and Guwahati. In addition, a number of airlines operate connecting flights to/from Bangkok, while Druk Air offers twice in a week direct flights to the Thai capital, which begin and terminate in Paro. Taxis are available from the airport to Siliguri (approx ₹500), as well as to Darjeeling, Gangtok, and Phuentsholing.

Moving in and around Siliguri is cheap. Cycle-rickshaws, auto-rickshaws, buses, taxis are easily available in almost every part of the city. Cycle-rickshaws can be hired to move around within the radius of 1-2 km. The fares are pretty nominal, exactly ₹10. To go 5-10 km, one can hire/share auto-rickshaws. Electric rickshaws are a comfortable and common means of transport in Siliguri and cost ₹10 from point A to B on fixed routes. Cars can be hired from several agencies.
App based cabs are also available. At present OLA serves the city.

City landmarks

• New Jalpaiguri railway station

• Siliguri Junction railway station

• Siliguri Town railway station

• Buddha Mundir Monastery

  address: Buddha Mundir Road, Salbari
  A monastery established by the Nyingma yogi, Chatral Sangye Dorji Rinpoche

• Coronation BridgeYou can see the turbulent Teesta roaring below.

• Ewan Buddhist Monastery

  phone: +91 353 259 0264
  address: Junglee Mohal, Toribari Village, Behind Bengal Safari P. O P.S, Distt, Bhaktinagar, Salugara
  A large Buddhist monastery in the Nyingma tradition

• Khordong Byangter Monastery

  phone: +91 99 33 062222 or +91 98 32 049416
  address: Dhansara
  A monastery is in the Nyingma tradition of Tibetan Buddhism. Accommodation available at the compound.

• Iskcon Temple

  phone: +91 92316 84759
  address: Iskcon Rd, Ward 41, Haidar Par
  International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON), also known as Hare Krishna Movement manages the ISCKON temple, Siliguri. The temple houses many beautiful idols of Advaita Acharya, Lord Narasimha, Lord Chaitanya and many more.

• Mahananda Wildlife SanctuaryThis is a wildlife sanctuary at the foothills of the Himalayas. Vehicles can be hired to enter the sanctuary at a minimal charge. While many different types of animals live at the sanctuary, wild elephants and peacocks are its most famous inhabitants. The sanctuary is closed during the rainy seasons (15 July to 15 September).

• Madhuban Park

  address: Sukna
  A spacious park known for its manicured lawns, pathways and children's play areas.

• Bengal Safari

  phone: +91 353 2643900
  address: Ashrampara
  The park contains, a leopard, tiger, rhino, deer and Himalayan black bear safari, bird aviaries, small cats compound, crocodile ponds and a botanical trail

• Science CityThe campus has a museum, a planetarium and an Interpretation Centre that displays various type of flora.

• Sed-Gyued Institute of Buddhist Studies

  address: Salugara
  The institute was inaugurated by the Dalai Lama in 1999, and belongs to the Kagyu tradition of Tibetan Buddhism. The compound includes a 100-foot Tashi Gomang Stupa.

• Sevoke Kali MandirThis is around 20 km from Siliguri, near the Coronation Bridge. This is a temple of goddess Kali, the goddess of destruction, and is considered very holy. People from far off places come here to pray and worship her.

• Surya Sen Park

  address: Mahakal Pally
  A children's park with green lawns, fountains, toy train, alternative energy exhibition, and picnic areas.

• Triratna Monastery

  address: Salbari
  A monastery in the Nyingma tradition of Tibetan Buddhism

• Blue Mountain ClubA relaxing country-club with landscaped gardens. Membership required to use club facilities.

• Darjeeling Riders

  phone: +91 9599 456 385, +91 9734 000 411
  address: B35, Satellite Township, Dabgram
  Bike rentals, specializing in tours to Bhutan, Darjeeling, and Sikkim

• Dreamland Amusement Park

  phone: +91 97328 51000
  address: Ghoshpukur Canal Road, Fulbari
  An amusement and theme park.

• Kunchenjunga stadiumMatches, exhibitions and varied events.

• Netaji Indoor StadiumExhibitions and varied events.

• Savin Kingdom

  phone: +91 33-30285410-19
  Dagapur (near Darjeeling More). An amusement and water park among tea plantations.

• SwimmingViramma Club, Siliguri Club, Cinderella Club, Stadium Swimming Pool

• Tea Estate ToursVisit the serene and spacious tea farms in and around the city.

• Darjeeling Bikes

  phone: +919734377000
  address: Module 105, First Floor Webel IT Park, Phase – III Khaprail Road, Matigara

Basically, Silguri sells its wares on three streets - Hill Cart Road, Bidhan Road and Sevoke Road. The former offers more traditional stores and is home to many of the city's hotels, Sevoke is home to several upscale shopping malls and is the center of the city's banking, while Bidhan Road is primarily known for the street markets that span out from the thoroughfare.
As the centre of a tea growing area, Siliguri is an excellent place to pick up some Darjeeling and other brands of the leaf.

Handicrafts

• Fab India, Vega Circle Mall, Salugara and City Centre Mall, Matagari - two large branches of the national chain that specializes in hand spun material and natural soaps and cosmetics.

• Faith and Handicrafts

  phone: + 98519 82567
  address: Iskon Temple Road
  A workshop specializing in Buddhist statues made from fiberglass and copper.

• Shree Buddha Handicrafts

  phone: + 97333 29274
  address: Sevoke Road, Panitanki
  A wholesaler and order supplier of Buddhist ritual handicrafts and other religious items.

• Tanias Collection

  phone: +91 9832034561
  address: Bidhan Market
  An eclectic mix of handcrafts, including religious statues.

Tea

• Chai Chun

  phone: + 8759 763800
  address: GF, Planet Mall, Sevoke Road
  A modern shop selling traditional Indian teas, flavoured teas, Indian oolong, and tea making equipment and accessories.
• ChiPan, Hill Cart Road (opposite Hill Cart Road Bus Station), Tel: 91 81458-99825 - Good selection of Darjeeling tea for retail and wholesale.

• Rakhadevi Tea Company (Rai Exports)

  phone: +235 2430350
  address: Rai Bhawan, Seth Srilal Market
  Excellent selection of Darjeeling and Assam teas at retail and wholesale prices

• Siliguri Tea Auction Committee

  address: Mallaguri, Pradhan Nagar
  A place to make bulk purchases of Darjeeling and other locally grown teas.

• Teabox

  phone: +91-9733061444
  address: Teaxpress Pvt. Ltd, Manjusha Tower, Eastern Bypass Road, Near Baneswar More.
  An international tea wholesaler, specializing in tea-based products sourced from Darjeeling, Assam, Nilgiris, and Nepal.

• Udyan Tea

  phone: +353-2527249
  address: Binda Jayanti Building, 31 Sevoke Road
  Wide range of teas offered for wholesale and online sale.

Malls

• City CentreA huge mall offering major brands, international chain eateries, and live music events.

• City Mall, Sevoke Road

• Cosmos Mall

  address: Sevoke Road
  A large and up-scale mall.

• Planet Mall

  address: Sevoke Road
  A mall known for its distinctive cafes, pubs, and restaurants.

• Vega Circle MallHome to an INOX movie theatre, hotel, and international stores, including a large branch of Hamleys toys.

Street markets

• Bidhan Market, near the Kanchenjunga Stadium. The oldest and largest street market in Siliguri, Bidhan Market meanders along streets and alleys and is particularly bustling and atmospheric at night.
• Hong Kong Market, a pedestrianized street near Bidhan Market. Specializes in imported goods - mostly from China, but also from other Asian countries such as Nepal, and Thailand. However, beware of duplicate items. Even items made in Delhi stamped with "Made in China" are being sold here. The actual price of the item will be 1/2 or 1/3rd of the price the shopkeeper asks.
• Nivedita Market

• Seth Srilal MarketBuzzing market in the heart of the city, where you might get the best deals. Also famous for its Momo Gali (Momo Street).

Due to a high number of Nepalese and Tibetans living in Siliguri, the city offers an excellent selection of authentic Tibetan and Nepali delicacies. In addition, there are also several good quality restaurants specializing in Western and Chinese cuisine as well as a considerable number of US fast food outlets.

• Aagan - the Global Cuisine Restaurant

  phone: +(91) 353-2541423
  address: 1st Floor, Shanti Tower, 2nd Mile, Sevoke Road
  Chinese, Italian and Indian cuisine - pure vegetarian. Open kitchen. Modern decor.

• Restobar

  phone: +91 353 2431682, +91 353 2431701, +91 353 2431683
  address: Hill Cart Road
  Multi-cuisine restaurant and bar
• Around the Corner, Patel Road By-Lane, Near Biswadeep cinema hall, Pradhan Nagar. Tel: 91 9593296761. Quality Italian, American and British Cuisine.

• Badshah Biryani Hut

  phone: +91 9641330010
  address: Rishi Aurobindo Road
  Excellent Biriyani along with several other cuisines.

• Bedwin

  phone: +91 353 2534732
  address: Bidhan Market, Old Bus Stand
  Known for its delicious Biryani.

• Bhojohari Manna

  address: 143 Hill Cart Road
  Bengali cuisine.

• The Cinderella Hotel

  phone: +91 353 2544130, +91 353 2547136
  address: 3rd Mile, Sevok Road
  Amrapali - Vegetarian multi-cuisine restaurant, Recoil - Bar, Sizzler - discotheque for private parties, Patio - Roof-top restaurant-cum-bar.

• Havelli

  address: Hill Cart Road
  An excellent restaurant for fish and mutton items. Also offers high standard Chinese and continental dishes. Cool decor.
• Hi Spirits Cafe and Pub, City Centre Mall. Tel: +91 353-2576105. Lebanese, Mexican, Chinese and Tibetan dishes cooked to a very high standard. Live music.
• Indian Pagoda, Sevoke Road. Authentic Chinese cuisine.

• KalpanaBengali cuisine

• Kalpatru Pice Restaurant

  phone: +91 353 2642893
  address: Ramkrishna Commercial Complex, Sevoke Road
  Bengali cuisine

• Momo Gali

  address: .Seth Srilal Market
  A street of restaurants and stalls selling fantastic momos.

• Marina's Hotel

  phone: +91 9609743399 , +91 8116290697
  address: Bihar More Bagdogra, West Bengal-734014
  This serene motel in a colonial-style building is 12 km from Savin Kingdom and 13 km from the Jore Pokhri Wildlife Sanctuary. Warmly furnished rooms feature TVs and garden views. Upgraded rooms add sitting areas and sofas. Kids age 11 and under stay free with an adult. There's a Northern Indian and Chinese restaurant, as well as a private dining room for events and family gatherings. There's also a bakery, a furnished terrace and a garden.

• Monarch Restaurant

  address: 10 Sevoke Rd
  Famous for Indian, Tandoori and Chinese dishes.

• New Zaika Biryani House

  phone: +91 9434689708
  address: Hill Cart Road
  Mughlai dishes

• Punjabi Kadhai

  phone: +913532545678
  address: Sidhi Arcade, 2nd Mile, Sevoke Road, Siliguri.

• Ranjit

  address: Hill Cart Road
  South Indian cuisine plus others

• Rasoi

  address: Sevoke Road
  South Indian and Chinese cuisine.

• Rasoraj

  address: Mahabirsthan

• Sagar Family Restaurant

  phone: +91 353-2545448
  address: Golden Enclave Building,Near Ravi Auto, 2nd Mile,Sevoke Road
  A vegetarian restaurant offering Chinese, Indian, Italian and continental dishes.

• Sartaj

  phone: +91 353 2431758
  address: Hill Cart Road
  Good food, good ambience

• Sharma Sweets

  address: Mahabirsthan

• Steamy Moktu

  phone: +91 80015 84124
  address: 94, Udham Singh Sarani, Ward 13, Punjabi Para, Siliguri-734001
  Asian fusion restaurant, specializing in Thai and Chinese cuisine. Creative interior.

• Tai Wah

  phone: +91 353 2436132
  address: Sri Bhavan building, ground floor, Hill Cart Road
  Chinese cuisine.

• The Palms

  phone: +91 353 2517674
  Also: O3 lounge bar, 5-10:30PM.

• Tibet Restaurant

  address: 3rd Mile, Sevoke Road, Salugara Bazar, Salugara
  Simple and authentic Tibetan cuisine

• Viramma

  address: Viramma Resort, Dagapur.

Coffee

As Siliguri is at the heart of a tea-growing area, it has traditionally been associated with tea. However, following the international trend, coffee culture has made inroads in the city and there are now numerous branches of cafe chains as well as a growing number of independent coffee shops in and around Siliguri.

• Barista, Vega Circle Mall, Salugara

• Cafe Bohemia

  phone: +91 094344 96177
  address: Opp. Navjeevan Apartments, near Shiv Mandir, Shiv Mandir Road, Punjabi Para
  Great coffee. Innovative snacks and meals. Rough brick walls. Live music.
• Cafe Coffee Day, Bidhan Road (next to Hotel Dolly)
• Cafe Coffee Day, Basement, Cosmos Mall, 2nd Mile Sevoke Road.
• Cafe Coffee Day, Savin Plaza, Dagapur, Cinemax.
• Cafe Coffee Day, Bidhan Market near Panitanki More
• Cafe Coffee Day, near Khela Ghor More

• Cafe Italiano

  address: Vega Circle Mall, Salugara
  Authentic Italian cuisine and high quality coffee.

• Cuppa Java

  phone: +74074 48000
  address: 2nd Mile Sevoke Road
  Coffee, international cuisine

• Dark Horse Coffee Shop

  phone: +91 87683 06069
  address: Opposite JCB Showroom, Hill Cart Road, Salbari
  A cool cafe with outdoor seating. Coffee and meals.

• Happy Mugs

  phone: + 99331 30005
  address: Manjushree Complex, Pranami Mandir Road
  Excellent coffee, tea, and munchies - contemporary and stylish interior. Good selection of books.

• New York City Cafe

  phone: +91 085974 35436
  address: 41 Khaprail Bazaar
  Great coffee. Specializes in fancy cakes

• Ovenly

  phone: +7001445897
  address: Swamiji More, Nazrul Sarani, Ashrampara
  A small bakery-cafe that specializes in custom-made cakes and pastries.

• Panache

  phone: + 97332 50863
  address: 1F, Planet Mall, Sevoke Road
  Excellent coffee, Lebanese and Indian cuisine. Free wifi. Good sound system.

• The Coffee Shop

  phone: + 89727 72026
  address: 3F Vega Circle Mall, Salugara.
  Espresso based coffees, pastries, and pizza

• The Haphazard Cafe

  phone: + 79809 17609
  address: 3F, Planet Mall, Sevoke Road,
  A cafe offering excellent Persian/Parsi dishes. Free wifi.

Tea

• Chainook

  phone: +91 97330 78100
  address: Parnami Mandir Road, Opp Shreedham Apartment
  Chai cafe with fusion cuisine.
• Netaji Cabin , Bidhan Market. A rustic traditional tea house in a street market. Offers chai and simple meals. Open: 7AM-10PM.

Alcohol

With a young, educated, and liberal population, Siliguri enjoys a vibrant and lively pub scene. Planet Mall is the city's main watering hole, and there are a number of pubs and cafes situated throughout the mall.

• Half Full

  phone: + 353 254 5886
  address: 3F, Planet Mall, Sevoke Road
  Chic bar. Asian fusion cuisine. A very cool and happening place.

• Hashtag

  phone: +91 98320 99995
  address: 3F. Planet Mall, Sevoke Road
  European-style pub. live music, dancing, pizza, continental cuisine.

• Hi Spirits Cafe & Pub

  phone: +91 353 257 6105
  address: C0206, 2F, City Centre Mall, Uttorayon
  Casual dining pub-cafe with live and recorded music. Oriental, continental, Tex-mex, Himalayan cuisine. Well stocked bar
• O3 in Sinclairs. Worth checking out for a nice evening drink and snacks.

• Open House Cafe

  phone: +91 96096 01818
  address: 3rd Floor, Infinity Square, Sevoke Road
  Live movie, hip hop, Rustic and warm interiors with Italian comfort food. alcohol and coffee. A very happening place in the heart of Siliguri/

• Tanzanite

  phone: +91 70290 70290
  address: 3F. Central Park Building, Sevoke Road, 2nd Mile
  Disco. Bar and restaurant. Sophisticated, urban decor. Good food.

• The Swedish Cafe and Pub

  phone: +91 98328 29835
  address: 2F Planet Mall, Sevoke Road
  A stylish pub - serves innovative meals, alcohol, and coffee

• Worth The Hype

  address: B29, Planet Mall, Sevoke Road
  Cafe and pub - chic interior, good selection of drinks, coffee and meals

• Zorb Discotheque and Lounge

  phone: +91 98000 90100
  address: Saluja Residency, Level-1, Hill Cart Road
  Dance and night club, lounge, hookah lounge

Travelers using Siliguri as an overnight halt might like to consider their hotel options based on the convenience for traveling to their next destination. Bagdogra, Matigara, and Darjeeling More areas are convenient for Darjeeling, Kurseong (route 110), and the airport (route 327), while Salugara, 2nd or 3rd mile Sevoke Road addresses are good for Kalimpong, Gangtok, and Bhutan (route 10).

Budget

• Athithi Guest House

  address: Hill Cart Road
  A well maintained hotel at low rates with AC and non-AC rooms.

• Dewan's HotelA simple hotel located just outside New Jalpaiguri (NJP) Station. After exiting station, turn into first alley on right (adjacent to the taxi parking lot). The hotel is at the end of the alley.

• Himalayan Foothills Homestay

  phone: +91 947 5908 908, +91 891 8079 640, +91 912 6588 308
  address: Kharagsingh Road

• Hotel Golden Moments

  phone: +91 353 2535 825, +91 92336 56407, +91-94340-07001
  address: 143 Hill Cart Road

• Hotel Ranjit

  phone: +91 353 243 1680, +91 353 252 4053
  address: 44, Hill Cart Road, Mahanandapara

• Nine Ten Hotel

  phone: +91 353 2543539
  address: Navin Sen Circle, Sevoke Road

• Nest Guesthouse

  address: Just off Swami Avedananda Road, 50 meters from the Hotel Sundaram Palace
  Its about a ten minute walk from the Siliguiri Junction train station. Its well off the main road. Its relatively quiet at night, apart from a few barking dogs. The cost for a single person was 500 Indian rupees March 2019. For this I got a double bed sized room. No wifi

• Nest Guesthouse

  address: Just off Swami Avedananda Road, 50 meters from the Hotel Sundaram Palace
  Its about a ten minute walk from the Siliguiri Junction train station. Its well off the main road. Its relatively quiet at night, apart from a few barking dogs. The cost for a single person was 500 Indian rupees March 2018. For this I got a double bed sized room.

• Sunakhari LodgeI did not stay at this hotel. I found it after I had checked into another. Sunakhari Lodge has wifi. Singles with shared bathroom start at 400 indian rupees, 500 indian rupees with attached bathroom (March 2019). It is less than a ten minute walk from the Siliguri Junction train station. (Not the New Jalpaiguri train station)

Mid-range

• Hotel Central PlazaHill Cart Road, Pradham Nagar. Located about five minute taxi ride from main bus station. Clean and acceptable facilities. ₹650 non A/C to ₹3,500 for suite.

• Hotel Heritage

  address: Hill Cart Road, Pradham Nagar
  Across from the city's main interstate bus station, Heritage is a well maintained and efficiently run hotel. ₹900 non A/C to ₹2,500 for suite.

• Hotel Manila

  address: Hill Cart Road, Pradham Nagar
  Next to Hotel Heritage. ₹600 non A/C to ₹2,400 for suite.

• Hotel Vinayak

  phone: +91 353 2431130, +91 353 2433154
  address: 35, Hill Cart Road

• Marina's Motel

  phone: +91 9749093020 (Mr. Rajib)
  address: This is just a stones throw away from the IXB airport.

• Mainak Tourist Lodge

  address: Hill Cart Road, Pradhan Nagar.
  Basic restaurant, but modern and smart rooms.

• Sawasstika Eco Resort

  phone: +91 99333 33111, +91 90027 76070
  address: Fulbari hat, Changrabandha Village, Fulbari
  Simple, but well equipped resort, outdoor baths, tea plantation, organic farm.

Splurge

Many of the modern, up-scale hotels are located on Sevoke Road (2nd-3rd mile), near Vega Circle Mall.

• Barsana HotelKhaprail Road, Matigara. A beautiful hotel with all the modern amenities. Very reasonable as per the infrastructure and facilities.

• Club Montana Vista

  phone: +91 8420146591
  address: Matigara NH-31
  A modern and chic hotel located among landscaped gardens.

• Courtyard By Marriott

  phone: +91 353 666 6666
  address: Hill Cart Road, Mallaguri
  A modern and chic hotel. Conveniently located for airport and city centre. Excellent service.

• Hotel Cindrella

  phone: +91 353 2544130, +91 353 2547130
  A four star hotel on Sevoke Road.

• Hotel Sinclairs

  phone: +91 253 251-7674
  address: Ward 46, Pradhan Nagar
  A well maintained hotel with good facilities. Located about a five minute taxi ride from main bus station.

• Lemon Tree

  phone: + 9911701701
  address: Cresent Tower, 3rd Mile, Sevoke Road
  A well maintained, modern hotel - convenient for airport and downtown.

• Royal Sarovar Portico3rd Mile, Sevoke Road. A smart hotel located on the outskirts of town. Convenient for Vega Circle and Cosmos Shopping Malls. Good views over the Darjeeling Hills.

• Saluja Residency

  phone: +91 353 2431682, +91 353 2431683, +91 353 2431701
  address: Hill Cart Road
  Business Centre is complete with all modern facilities like secretarial services, fax, Internet, e-mail, photocopying.

• Saffron Crest

  phone: +91 97324 42311
  address: 2nd Mile, Sevoke Road, Salugara
  A modern and well-maintained hotel.

• Summit Milestone

  phone: +91 83 8887 7888 (reservations), +91 63 6637 0503 (front desk)
  address: Check Post, 2nd Mile, Sevoke Road
  A lovely hotel with modern facilities and attentive and efficient staff.

• Viramma Resort

  phone: +91 353 2512222
  address: Hill Cart Road
  A luxury resort on the Darjeeling highway.

• The Vegabound Inn

  phone: +91 353 2545896, +91 814 524 7070
  address: Vega Circle (Orbit Mall), Sevoke Road

Siliguri is one of the safest large cities in India, and assaults on tourists are unheard of. Even domestic violence figures are some of the lowest in the entire country.

Internet cafes:

• One internet cafe is directly behind Hotel Heritage on Hill Cart Road (across from the main bus station).

News:

• Siliguri Times - online local news

Money exchange

• There are several banks on Sevoke Road that offer foreign exchange and ATM service.
• Centrum Money Exchange, 75 Ramapada Bhawan, Hill Cart Road (near Sevoke More).

Hospitals/clinics

Ayurvedic medicine

• Aarogyaveda, Payel Cinema Hall, Opp. Sevoke Road, Haidar Para. Tel: + 81720 77557 Mon-Sat: 11:30 AM – 2PM, 6– 8PM

Tibetan medicine

• Men-Tsee-Khang (Tibetan  Medical & Astro. Institute), http://www.men-tsee-khang.org/index2.htm#, Sevoke Road, Salugara. Tel: + 353 2590354, +92336 23874 email: salugara@men-tsee-khang.org

Western medicine

• Desun Hospital, http://siliguri.desunhospital.com/ Medical College Road. An international standard hospital. Tel: 9051640000 (24 hour emergency), 9073692687 and 9674019660 (OPD booking)
• Neotia Getwell Healthcare, Behind City Centre Mall, Uttorayon. A state of the art hospital with full facilities. Tel: +353 305 3000
• North Bengal Hospital, Meghnad Saha Sarani, Pradhan Nagar. Located in an old building, but known for its professional treatment. Tel: +353 251 0441

• Darjeeling — one of the oldest hill stations in India with interesting sites as well as trekking opportunities.
• Dello — a small and peaceful Himalayan hamlet that is a peaceful getaway amid the majestic mountains for those who want a break from their busy schedules
• Gangtok — this hill station is a popular site as a jumping off point for treks, the home of the Banjhakri Falls, views of surrounding mountains and friendly atmosphere.
• Gompa Dara — a small village that is the site of Gompa Rock and meditation caves and the Ogyen Mindrol Samtenling (Buddhist monastery)
• Jalpaiguri — headquarters of the Jalpaiguri Division is a city with many historical links to the past
• Jaldapara — this national park is a 180-min drive from Siliguri. It's famous for its wildlife, in particular the Indian rhinoceros, bison, elephants, and peacocks.
• Kalimpong — a small city with many gardens and religious sites.
• Kathmandu. The Indian border town of Panitanki is around one hour from Siliguri. From there, it is 1.7 km to the Nepalese border town of Kakarbhitta (rickshaws available). Buses depart Kakarbhitta for Kathmandu (12 to 13 hours) from 3 to 6PM. Direct Siliguri to Kathmandu deluxe bus service on alternate days.
• Lava — a hamlet surrounded by beautiful natural forests. Home to the Lava Monastery and a spot to view Kanchenjunga peak at sunrise.
• Loleygaon or Lolegaon — a village noted for its Canopy Walk, Jhandi Dhara Sunrise Point, and Lolegaon View Point.
• Mirik — a hill station with scenic views, tea gardens, Sumendu Lake, several religious sites and near the Bokar Monastery (Buddhist meditation centre).
• Mongpu — a small village (hill station) with beautiful views was once known for its medicinal plant cultivation. It was the site where poet laureate Rabindra Nath Tagore wrote his famous poem Janmadin.
• Pelling — a small town ideal for nature walks and monastic treks.
• Phuentsholing — Buses depart for Phuentsholing at 7:30AM and 1:30PM everyday from opposite Golden Plaza on Burdwan Road (behind Air View More). Tickets are sold at a counter near the bus. There are more frequent Indian buses to the border town of Jaigaon from Siliguri Bus Station on Hill Cart Road.
• Raiganj — visit the Raiganj Eco Park and the Raiganj Wildlife Sanctuary.
• Rishop — suitable for a one-day stint. There is no city/town life here, just a small village with spectacular views of the third largest mountain peak of the world (Kanchenjungha) and its range.