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Tour & Activity Scams in Kolkata, India
Unlicensed guides, fake tickets, bait-and-switch excursions, and ticket scalping. Below are the tour & activities scams reported in Kolkata — how they work and how to avoid them.
For broader context, compare this scam type with nearby destinations like New Delhi, Jaipur, and Mumbai.
Last updated: April 2, 2026
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Tour & Activities Scams
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Total in Kolkata
How it works
Individuals near the Victoria Memorial, Indian Museum, and Marble Palace offer guide services at tempting prices. They carry fake credentials, provide inaccurate historical information, and steer tourists to commission shops in the Sudder Street and New Market areas.
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10 total warnings across all categories