In Salt Lake City (Bidhannagar), Sector IV, approximately 12 km from central Kolkata on the EM Bypass, a 40-acre park has been called the Disneyland of West Bengal since its inauguration on October 13, 1991. The comparison is generous — Nicco Park is not at Disneyland’s scale — but the intent behind it is real: Nicco Park was conceived and built to be Eastern India’s flagship family amusement destination, and for over three decades it has remained exactly that.
A joint venture between Nicco Corporation and the West Bengal Tourism Development Corporation, Nicco Park hosts over a million visitors annually, maintains ISO certification, operates a strict no-smoking and no-plastic policy, and runs its own water treatment system (Wet-O-Wild water park water is sampled and tested throughout operating hours). These operational standards, unusual for Indian amusement parks of 1991-era vintage, are a large part of why Nicco Park remains trusted and consistently busy when older parks in other cities have declined.
Nicco Park Ticket Price 2026 — Official Entry Fee
Confirmed directly from the official niccoparks.com FAQ page:
| Ticket Type | Price | What’s Included |
| Entry Fee | ₹500 per person | 16 specified rides and attractions in the Amusement Park |
| Parks Package | ₹1,300 per person | Entry + all rides in Main Park + full Wet-O-Wild Water Park access (Skyloop ride: 2 times only) |
Senior Citizens: Flat ₹100 discount on Entry Fee or Parks Package.
NGO Groups: 20% discount on Entry Fee or Parks Package; NGO letter mandatory.
School Groups (25+ students with principal’s letter): 20% discount available.
Annual Fun Card: Annual pass available — guests of Fun Card holders receive 10% off the Parks Package.
The 16 Specified Rides Included in Entry Fee
The 16 rides included in the ₹500 Entry Fee are: Family Carousel, Vortex, Mirror Maze, Crazy Tea Party, Children’s Corner, Toy Train, Mig 21, Pirate Ship, Water Merry Go Round, Caterpillar, Flume Ride at Children’s Corner, Moon Racker, Paddle Boat, Octopus, Eiffel Tower, Spider Wheel.
Additional token rides: Extra tokens (₹50–₹400) may be needed for some premium attractions like the Bowling Alley, Cable Car, and 7D Motion Ride.
Nicco Park — Quick Overview
| Detail | Information |
| Full Name | Nicco Parks & Resorts Limited |
| Address | Jheel Meel, Sector IV, Salt Lake City, Kolkata, West Bengal – 700106 |
| Contact | +91 033-65215509 / 7596046221 |
| niccopark@niccoparks.com | |
| Website | niccoparks.com |
| Online Booking | bookings.niccoparks.com |
| Inaugurated | October 13, 1991 |
| Joint Venture | Nicco Corporation + West Bengal Tourism Development Corporation |
| Area | 40+ acres |
| Total Rides | 38+ |
| Open Days | 365 days/year except Holi |
| Entry Fee | ₹500 (16 rides included) |
| Parks Package | ₹1,300 (all rides + water park) |
| Senior Citizen Discount | ₹100 off |
| Main Gate / Ride Timings | 10:30 AM – 7:30 PM |
| Water Park Entry | 10:30 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Water Park Facilities | 10:30 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Bowling Alley | 1:00 PM – 9:00 PM |
| Nearest Metro | Salt Lake Sector V (Green Line) — ~10 min by auto |
Nicco Park Timings 2026
From the official niccoparks.com FAQ:
| Facility | Opening | Closing |
| Main Gate | 10:30 AM | 6:45 PM (ticket counter closes) |
| Rides | 10:45 AM | 7:30 PM |
| Food Court | 11:00 AM | 8:00 PM |
| Water Park Entry | 10:30 AM | 5:00 PM |
| Water Park Facilities | 10:30 AM | 6:00 PM |
| Beach Café (Water Park) | 11:00 AM | 6:00 PM |
| Nicco Super Bowl (Bowling) | 1:00 PM | 9:00 PM |
| Bowlers’ Den Restaurant | 1:00 PM | 9:00 PM |
Nicco Park is open 365 days a year except on Holi.
History and Significance
Foundation in 1991
Nicco Park opened in 1991 as the first amusement park of its kind in Eastern India — at a time when most Indian cities had no significant themed amusement park infrastructure. The Kolkata-based Nicco Corporation, an engineering conglomerate, partnered with West Bengal Tourism to create a park that would be both a recreational destination and a showcase for what organised leisure tourism could look like in the state.
In due course, it has grown to be among the cleanest and best-managed amusement parks in India, gaining various recognitions in environment-related initiatives and ISO certification.
Environmental Standards
Nicco Park operates with explicit environmental commitments that have been maintained since the early years of operation. Nicco Park is a strictly no-smoking and no-plastic zone. Consumption of alcohol and Pan Masala is also prohibited. The no-plastic policy pre-dates most institutional plastic restrictions in Indian public spaces.
Water Treatment at Wet-O-Wild
Water filtration and hygiene standards remain in effect at Wet-O-Wild, with tests occurring throughout the operational hours. The water park’s consistently high hygiene rating (relative to Indian park standards) is one of the main reasons Kolkata families return repeatedly despite the park’s 30+ year vintage.
Amusement Park Rides
Thrill Rides
Cyclone — Roller Coaster: The park’s headline dry ride. A looping roller coaster designed for adults and older children — the dominant structure visible from the park entrance.
Sky Diver: A free-fall tower that shoots riders upward and drops them in a zero-gravity simulation.
Flying Saucer: A high-speed circular flat ride.
Tilt-A-Whirl: A spinning disc ride popular across age groups.
Vortex: An intense spinning ride that generates significant centrifugal force.
Moon Racker: A pendulum-format swinging arm ride.
Family Rides
Cable Car: Glide through the air while enjoying a bird’s eye view of the entire park from the Cable Car. One of the park’s most scenic experiences — available as a premium add-on.
River Cave: Famed as one of the most thrilling rides in Nicco Park. In paddle boats, visitors paddle through a canal into a cave which unfolds dark sections of history from dinosaurs to volcanic eruptions — with a possible surprise visit from a T-Rex. A family favourite for over 20 years.
Paddle Boat: There are forty boats with space for four in each. Hop in and paddle your way around the lake.
Lazy River Ride: An absolute stress-buster — a ten-minute relaxing float down a raft along a canal.
Toy Train: A miniature toy train with about eight bogies, seating around twenty riders, that runs across the park.
Family Carousel: Contains about sixty-four different horses for you and your kids. It gains speed upon rotation.
Pirate Ship (Moon Racker variation): Swinging ship ride.
Mirror Maze: An enclosed mirror labyrinth — one of the park’s most reliably entertaining attractions for children and adults.
Crazy Tea Party: Spinning teacup ride — the classic fairground format.
Caterpillar: A gentle roller coaster format for young children.
Water Merry Go Round: A water-based carousel activity.
Spider Wheel / Eiffel Tower: Ferris wheel and elevated rotation formats.
Striking Cars: Electric bumper car arena.
MiG 21: An aircraft-themed ride simulating flight manoeuvres.
7D Motion Ride
A premium experience — a motion-platform cinema with 7D simulation technology creating an immersive virtual experience. Available as a separate add-on (₹50–₹100 per person).
Wet-O-Wild Water Park
Nicco Park’s water park section, operating under the name Wet-O-Wild, is included in the Parks Package (₹1,300) or available as a standalone addition.
Wet-O-Wild facilities include: Wave Pool, Niagara Waterfall, Lazy River, Rain Dance, Multiple Wave Runner, Body Slide, Tube Slide, Family Swirl, Pirate Bay, and Crusader.
Wave Pool: The water park’s social centrepiece. A large pool generating timed ocean-like waves — Nicco Park’s wave pool is consistently praised for water cleanliness.
Aqua Drop and Thunder Bowl: Higher-intensity water slides — Aqua Drop is a near-vertical body slide; Thunder Bowl is a funnel format.
Niagara Waterfall: A large-format waterfall feature walk-through.
Lazy River: A slow-moving water channel for relaxed floating between activity zones.
Rain Dance: A dance floor with overhead water jets and DJ music.
Pirate Bay: A children’s play structure with water guns, spray features, and a bucket dump.
Swimwear policy: Guests must wear swimwear made of Lycra or Nylon. Sarees, denim, cargo pants, and cotton clothes are not permitted in the water. Swimwear rental is available for ₹80–₹100 at the water park entrance.
Water Park only entry: ₹400 per person (when not purchasing Parks Package).
Nicco Super Bowl (Bowling Alley)
Nicco Super Bowl has 4 bowling lanes — a separate entertainment zone within the Nicco Park complex. Available from 1:00 PM to 9:00 PM daily and separately ticketed. Popular for groups, families, and corporate events.
Dining at Nicco Park
Beach Café Restaurant: The cheaper restaurant option, serving lovely vegetarian food — located inside the water park section.
Bowlers’ Den Restaurant and Bar: The pricier option where you can get Tandoori, Chinese, and other cuisines. Adjacent to the bowling alley. Operates 1:00 PM to 9:00 PM.
Food Court: Multi-cuisine — Indian, Chinese, South Indian, and snacks. Opens at 11:00 AM.
Outside food: Not allowed. Exception only for baby food for infants.
How to Book Nicco Park Tickets
Online (Recommended):
- Official website: niccoparks.com or bookings.niccoparks.com
- Also available on BookMyShow
On arrival:
- Purchase at the Main Gate ticket counter
- If you book online, you must present the booking confirmation (on mobile or print) and a valid ID proof at the “Online Booking Counter” near the Main Gate to collect your wristbands.
Cancellation policy: Online tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable. However, you can modify the date of your visit free of charge up to 12:00 AM (midnight) one day prior to your original booking date.
How to Reach Nicco Park Kolkata
Address: Jheel Meel, Sector IV, Salt Lake City, Kolkata, West Bengal – 700106.
By Metro (Recommended): Salt Lake Sector V (Line 2, Green Line) — just 10 minutes by auto or cab.
By Road: Accessible via EM Bypass and VIP Road. Ola and Uber available from anywhere in Kolkata. Set destination “Nicco Park Salt Lake Kolkata.”
From Kolkata Railway Station (Howrah / Sealdah): Approximately 12 km / 30 to 45 minutes by cab.
From Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport: Approximately 14 km / 25 to 35 minutes by cab.
Parking: Available inside the park premises.
Best Time to Visit
October to February: Kolkata’s winter is pleasant (14°C to 28°C) and the outdoor amusement rides are enjoyable without heat exhaustion. The water park is less crowded in winter but remains operational.
April to June (Summer): Peak season for Wet-O-Wild. Kolkata’s summer heat (35°C+) makes the wave pool, rain dance, and water slides the primary draw.
Weekday mornings (10:30 AM–12:00 PM): The quietest window — minimal queues at all rides, easiest access to Cable Car and River Cave.
Avoid: Peak summer weekends and Durga Puja holidays — maximum crowd density; online booking essential; Water Park closes at 5:00 PM regardless of crowd.
Visitor Tips
- The Parks Package (₹1,300) offers the best value for a full-day visit covering both dry rides and the water park
- Senior citizens receive ₹100 discount — confirm at the counter with photo ID
- Carry Lycra or Nylon swimwear — cotton and denim not permitted in Wet-O-Wild
- Arrive at 10:30 AM opening to complete the most popular rides (River Cave, Cyclone, Cable Car) before afternoon crowds build
- The Left Luggage Room near the enquiry office is available for larger baggage
- Photography and videography permitted in general park areas; standard camera
- First aid is available just beside the enquiry office in the Main Park
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. What is Nicco Park Kolkata ticket price in 2026?
Entry Fee: ₹500 per person (includes 16 specified rides). Parks Package: ₹1,300 per person (includes all rides in both amusement park and Wet-O-Wild water park, with Skyloop 2 times only). Senior citizens receive ₹100 off on either option. Confirmed on the official niccoparks.com FAQ.
Q2. What are Nicco Park timings?
Main gate: 10:30 AM to 6:45 PM. Rides: 10:45 AM to 7:30 PM. Water Park entry: 10:30 AM to 5:00 PM; water park facilities until 6:00 PM. Bowling alley: 1:00 PM to 9:00 PM. Open 365 days except Holi.
Q3. Is Wet-O-Wild water park included in the standard ₹500 entry?
No. The standard ₹500 Entry Fee covers only the 16 specified amusement park rides. The Parks Package (₹1,300) includes both the full amusement park and Wet-O-Wild water park.
Q4. What is the nearest metro station to Nicco Park Kolkata?
Salt Lake Sector V on the Green Line (Line 2) — approximately 10 minutes by auto or cab to Nicco Park.
Q5. Can I book Nicco Park tickets online?
Yes — at niccoparks.com (bookings.niccoparks.com) or via BookMyShow. Online booking is recommended for weekends and peak summer season. Tickets are non-refundable but the visit date can be modified up to midnight the day before.
