Marble Palace, Kolkata is situated at 46, Muktaram Babu Street, Chorbagan, on C. R. Avenue in north Kolkata. It is in vicinity to the house of the famous aristocrat family of Kolkata, and at large Bengal, the Tagores and the master-poet, Rabindranath Tagore. This exquisite Marble Palace, Kolkata is a marvelous construct made of exclusive Italian marbles. The great connoisseur of art, Raja Rajendra Mullick Bahadur patronized the building of this magnificence. This wonderful building accommodates a heritage-glorifying art-gallery. Marble Palace, Kolkata, which is branded as one of the Heritage Buildings in Kolkata houses artifacts imported from Europe, oil paintings, having authentic version as well as imitations, and a diverse medley of Chinese and Japanese porcelain cumulatively contributing to the crowning glories. The palace has also a huge collection of numerous art works, statues, oil paintings brought in from many European countries.

Resplendent and meaningful paintings of eminent painters like, Rembrandt, Reynolds, Rubens and Van Goyen and many others are exhibited in this gallery. Another hallmark of the Marble Palace is a pocket-sized zoo, housing birds and herbivorous animals. This curious assembly of the fauna can enlighten a visitor with data on the natural world.

The Marble Palace has the predominance of the Gothic style of architecture but then traces of the Greek, Roman and Oriental styles can be observed, where these styles are harmoniously blended to give an impressive view. The British period, in which the building was constructed, is reminiscent from the articles that are contained in it and also by the style of architecture. The Mullick family had close links with the British who supported them in its formation. This is conspicuous from the name `Marble Palace` given by Lord Minto, a big shot of the British administration.

The Marble Palace entirely constructed of 126 different varieties is believed to have been brought from places all over India for floors, walls, and tabletops all marbled. It is a three-storied building, having Corinthian pillars and verandas, which resemble Chinese pavilion. It is set against the backdrop of a large lawn having sculptures of Jesus Christ, the Virgin Mary, Hindu Gods, the Buddha and Christopher Columbus. The center of the lawn on which stands the palace has a very nicely curved marble fountain. The building from inside is augmented with large halls in succession, which are occupied with beautiful paintings and other works including the ones of the likes of Titian, Gainsborough, Rubens and Sir Joshua Reynolds. The painting where Rubens has presented Catherine`s wedding is absolutely remarkable in its portrayal, which has attracted art lovers in great numbers.

Marble Palace looks vibrant with the beautiful chandeliers hanging with majestic charm. European antiques, old pianos, Venetian glass, and blue china vases gives a feel of antiquity and charm of the olden times and transports the visitor to the period of which are these belongings. An amazing collection of 82 varieties of elegantly decorated antique clocks make it more interesting. The Palace also constitutes of a private zoo with a number of aviaries, rare caged animals, mirrored ceilings and floors and so on. Marble Palace, Kolkata, welcomes visitors on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday. The scheduled visiting time is from 10am. to 12pm. However, sanction of entry, is needed beforehand from West Bengal Tourism Department.