Best places to visit in Delhi

Are you here in Delhi for some days or are you already staying in Delhi? Then those who haven’t explored Delhi, following are the list of some of the best places that you must not miss visiting in Delhi. The capital is filled with historical places, temples and architectural wonders of the past rulers.

Red Fort

This fort was built during the Mughal period in 1639 by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan, which is spread across 254 acres of land. The architectural design of the fort comprises of Mughal, Persian, and Hindu, is octagonal in shape. The highlight of this fort is that it is made of red sandstone, has a peacock throne, bathing place of the royals, Hira Mahal, Moti Masjid, step well, vast courtyards, fountains, etc. There is also a museum inside the complex of Red Fort that will take you back to the Mughal era and the time of the British rule.

Timings: 09:30 AM to 04:30 PM
Closed: Mondays
Entrance Charge: INR 35 for Indian citizens and INR 500 for foreign nationals
Closest Metro Station: Chandni Chowk Metro Station, New Delhi

India Gate

The India Gate was built in memory of the 70,000 soldiers who scarified their life against the enemy in World War II. This was later added to honor the Indian soldiers who lost their lives protecting the nation. There is a flame burning 24/7 in honor of the soldiers. Tourists should definitely visit this place to pay their respect to soldiers and explore the surrounding vicinity as well, with parks and well maintained gardens.

Timings: 24 hours a day
Closed: All days opened
Entrance Charge: Free
Closest Metro Station: Central Secretariat Metro Station, New Delhi

Hauz Khas

It is one of the best party spot in Delhi and also is famous for the Deer Park, Lake, the Fort and beautiful boutique shops to enjoy shopping. Tourists visiting this spot will be able to enjoy a blend of everything.

Timings: 24 hours a day
Restaurants and Cafes: Opened from 10.00 AM to 1:00 AM (time varies)
Opening days: All days opened
Entrance Charge: Free
Closest Metro Station: Hauz Khas Metro Station, New Delhi

Dilli Haat

This is one of the most vibrant places to visit in Delhi; it is the place where you will find clothing stalls belonging to different states, restaurants of different states, which will allow you to have a taste of traditional cuisines of the different states of India. Overall, here, you are going have a wonderful cultural experience, if you opt for India Tour Packages.

Opening Timings: 10:30 AM to 10:00 PM
Entrance Charge: INR 30 for Adults, INR 20 for Kids, INR 100 for foreign tourists
Closest Metro Station: INA Metro Station, New Delhi

Qutub Minar

This is a 5 storey minaret and is made of red sandstone, around 73 meters tall and has Quranic texts inscribed on it. It was built by Qutb-ud-din Aibak and the complex comprises of a mosque, a tomb, another incomplete minaret and well-planned garden. Let the tour operator India help you have a memorable experience visiting the best places.

Opening Timings: 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Entrance Charge: INR 30 for Indians, INR 500 for foreign tourists
Closest Metro Station: Qutub Minar station, New Delhi

Humayun’s Tomb

This tomb was built by Humayun’s wife Bega Begam in 1565 A.D and is one of the beautiful example of Mughal architectural design. This tomb complex comprises of a beautiful garden and has well-planned water channels.

Opening Timings: 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Entrance Charge: INR 30 for Indians, INR 500 for foreign tourists
Closest Metro Station: Jor Bagh Metro Station, New Delhi

Lotus Temple

As the name depicts, it is designed in Lotus shape and is completely white and is an important center of worship, where every individual, despite his religion is welcomed to worship here (referred to as Baha’i House of Worship).

Opening Timings: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Closest Metro Station: Kalkaji Mandir Metro Station, New Delhi

National Rail Museum

This is the only railway museum in India that houses a collection of vintage trains and coaches, locomotives, belonging from different princely states of India. It also has a restaurant, a railway museum, and offers toy train ride for kids.

Timings:

Generally opened from Tuesday to Sunday: 10:00 AM to 4:30 PM
Additional Opening Hours On Friday, Saturday & Sunday: 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM

Closed: Monday

Ticket Prices:

Entrance Charge on Weekdays: INR 50 for Adults), INR 10 for Children
Entrance Charge on Weekends and Holidays: INR 100 for Adults, INR 20 for Children
Entrance Charge For Night Entry (Friday to Sunday): INR 200 for Adults, INR 150 for Children
Closest Metro Station: Dhaula Kuan Metro Station, New Delhi

Jama Masjid

This mosque is the oldest and the largest mosque in India, built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan. It is built in red sandstone and was constructed between 1650 and 1656 and is famous for its splendid Mughal architectural work with complex designs.

Opening Timings: Morning from 7:00 AM to 12:00 PM and Noon from 1:30 PM to 6:30 PM
Entrance Charge: Free
Closest Metro Station: Jama Masjid Metro Station, Old Delhi

Rashtrapati Bhavan

Those who want to see where the President of India stays should visit the Rashtrapati Bhavan. It was built during the colonial era and is made of red sandstones and is one of the architectural wonders of India.

Opening Timings: 9:30 AM to 5:30 PM, but according to different circuit, the opening days are different, check for it with your tour operator India.
Entrance Charge: INR 50
Closest Metro Station: Central Secretariat Metro Station, New Delhi

Delhi Zoo

For those who want to have a wildlife experience, visit the Delhi Zoo, which houses some of the most exotic wild creatures. You will be able have a glimpse of around 130 species of wild creatures and birds.

Opening Timings:

From 1st April to 15th October: 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM
From 16th October to 31st March: 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM

Closed: Fridays

Entry Charge:

For Indians: INR 40 (adults), INR 20 (Children between 3-5 feet), Free for Children under 3 feet
Foreign Tourists: INR 200 (adults), INR 100 (Children above 5-years), Free for Children under 5 years
Closest Metro Station: Pragati Maidan Station, New Delhi

Akshardham Temple

This Hindu temple although built a few years back is one of the important architectural wonders of Delhi, inviting tourists from around the world to see its intricate carvings, bronze statues, and vast well-planned courtyard. It is in fact in the list of Guinness World Record and is one of the largest Hindu temples in the world. With the India Tour Packages, you will be able to enjoy as hassle-free tour experience.

Timings: 10:00 AM to 06:30 PM
Closed: Monday
Entrance Charge: Free
Closest Metro Station: Akshardham Metro Station, New Delhi

Chandni Chowk Market

It is the oldest market in Delhi, existed from the time of the Mughals, the market was built in the 17th century and was designed by Jahanara, who was the daughter of the Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan. While exploring the market you will feel the vibe of Delhi, with traditional garments, jewllery, fabrics and street food to try.

One of the oldest restaurants here is the Paranthe Wali which dates back from the time of the British, try here the parathas. Another famous restaurant is the Karim’s restaurant, where you will be able to enjoy authentic Mughlai cuisines.

Timings: Opened from 10:30 AM to 8:30 PM
Closed: Sundays
Entrance Charge for foreigners: Free
Closest Metro Station: Chandni Chowk Metro Station

National Museum

If you are curious to know about the history of India, starting from the ancient days, then you must definitely visit the national museum which will take you across different eras of India, starting from the first civilization. The museum houses a collection of important ancient statues, paintings, tools, textiles, manuscripts, etc.

Each section comprises of different collections, for example in the Harappan Gallery section, you will find collections of artifacts and belongings, right from the Indus Valley Civilization, them there is Buddhist Art, belongings of the past rulers and their empires, etc. You can in fact attend cultural events and workshops to know more about the history and culture of India. In the customized India Tour Packages, you will be able to visit the best places in Delhi combined with cultural experiences.

Timings: Opened from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Closed: Mondays
Entrance Charge for foreigners: INR 650
Closest Metro Station: Central Secretariat Metro Station Metro Station

Nizamuddin Dargah

For a Sufi experience, visit Nizamuddin Dargah which is the shrine of the Sufi saint Hazrat Nizamuddin. This is a spiritual center for the Muslims, but people from all religion are welcomed to offer their prayers to the saint and seek blessings. You can engage in offering a chaddar and if you are visiting on Thrusday, you can enjoy a Qawwali session, which will feel like you are spiritually connected to the God.