Popular Places to Visit in Delhi
Discover the most popular tourist attractions, historical sites, parks, and more in Delhi. Find the nearest metro stations to make your journey easier.
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Red Fort (Lal Qila)
A UNESCO World Heritage Site built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in 1638, the Red Fort is an iconic symbol of India's independence and Mughal grandeur.
Opening Hours
9:30 AM - 4:30 PM (Closed on Mondays)
Entry Fee
₹35 for Indians, ₹500 for foreigners
Type
Historical Monument
Best Time to Visit
October to March, morning hours
How to Reach
Take metro to Chandni Chowk station and walk 8 minutes east
Nearby Metro Station
Lal Quila
Violet Line - 33 m
India Gate
A 42-meter tall war memorial dedicated to 70,000 soldiers of the Indian Army who died during World War I. A prominent landmark on Rajpath.
Opening Hours
Open 24 hours
Entry Fee
Free
Type
Historical Monument
Best Time to Visit
Evening for illumination, winter months
How to Reach
Take metro to Central Secretariat station and walk 15 minutes east along Rajpath
Nearby Metro Station
Janpath
Violet Line - 1.3 km
Qutub Minar
A UNESCO World Heritage Site, this 72.5-meter tall minaret is the tallest brick minaret in the world, built in 1193 by Qutb-ud-din Aibak.
Opening Hours
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Entry Fee
₹35 for Indians, ₹550 for foreigners
Type
Historical Monument
Best Time to Visit
October to March, early morning
How to Reach
Take metro to Qutab Minar station and walk 5 minutes south
Nearby Metro Station
Qutab Minar
Yellow Line - 1.3 km
Humayun's Tomb
A UNESCO World Heritage Site and the first garden-tomb on the Indian subcontinent, built in 1570. It inspired the design of the Taj Mahal.
Opening Hours
6:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Entry Fee
₹35 for Indians, ₹550 for foreigners
Type
Historical Monument
Best Time to Visit
October to March, morning hours
How to Reach
Take metro to JLN Stadium station and walk 12 minutes south-east
Nearby Metro Station
Sarai Kale Khan
RRTS Namo Bharat - 0.8 km
Lotus Temple
A Bahai House of Worship shaped like a lotus flower, known for its stunning architecture. Open to people of all religions for meditation and prayer.
Opening Hours
9:00 AM - 5:30 PM (Closed on Mondays)
Entry Fee
Free
Type
Religious
Best Time to Visit
October to March, afternoon for best lighting
How to Reach
Take metro to Kalkaji Mandir station and walk 8 minutes
Nearby Metro Station
Nehru Place
Violet Line - 0.9 km
Swaminarayan Akshardham
A spectacular Hindu temple complex showcasing 10,000 years of Indian culture through exhibitions, a musical fountain, and breathtaking architecture.
Opening Hours
9:30 AM - 6:30 PM (Closed on Mondays)
Entry Fee
Free (exhibition tickets extra)
Type
Religious
Best Time to Visit
Evening for water show, October to March
How to Reach
Take metro to Akshardham station and walk 5 minutes
Nearby Metro Station
Mayur Vihar Phase 1
Blue Line - 1.4 km
Jama Masjid
One of the largest mosques in India, built by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan between 1644-1656. It can accommodate 25,000 worshippers.
Opening Hours
7:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 1:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Entry Fee
Free (₹300 for camera)
Type
Religious
Best Time to Visit
Early morning or late afternoon
How to Reach
Take metro to Jama Masjid station and walk 3 minutes
Nearby Metro Station
Jama Masjid
Violet Line - 0.4 km
Chandni Chowk
One of the oldest and busiest markets in India, dating back to the 17th century. Famous for street food, textiles, jewelry, and electronics.
Opening Hours
10:00 AM - 8:00 PM (Closed on Sundays)
Entry Fee
Free
Type
Shopping & Markets
Best Time to Visit
Morning for shopping, evening for street food
How to Reach
Take metro to Chandni Chowk station and walk 2 minutes
Nearby Metro Station
Chandni Chowk
Yellow Line - 35 m
Connaught Place
A colonial-era commercial hub with Georgian-style architecture, premium shopping, dining, and nightlife. The heart of New Delhi.
Opening Hours
10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Entry Fee
Free
Type
Shopping & Markets
Best Time to Visit
Evening
How to Reach
Take metro to Rajiv Chowk station and walk 2 minutes
Nearby Metro Station
Rajiv Chowk
Yellow Line - 0.3 km
Khan Market
One of the most expensive retail markets in India, known for branded stores, bookshops, cafes, and upscale restaurants.
Opening Hours
10:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Entry Fee
Free
Type
Shopping & Markets
Best Time to Visit
Afternoon and evening
How to Reach
Take metro to Khan Market station and walk 3 minutes
Nearby Metro Station
Khan Market
Violet Line - 0.1 km
Dilli Haat
An open-air food and crafts bazaar showcasing handicrafts and cuisines from all Indian states. A permanent cultural festival.
Opening Hours
10:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Entry Fee
₹30 for Indians, ₹100 for foreigners
Type
Shopping & Markets
Best Time to Visit
Evening, especially during festivals
How to Reach
Take metro to Delhi Haat - INA station and walk 3 minutes
Nearby Metro Station
AIIMS
Yellow Line - 0.5 km
Hauz Khas Village
A trendy urban village combining medieval ruins with contemporary art galleries, boutiques, cafes, and vibrant nightlife.
Opening Hours
11:00 AM - 11:00 PM (varies by venue)
Entry Fee
Free
Type
Shopping & Markets
Best Time to Visit
Evening and night
How to Reach
Take metro to Hauz Khas station and walk 8 minutes
Nearby Metro Station
IIT Delhi
Magenta Line - 0.7 km
Sarojini Nagar Market
A famous street market known for export surplus and branded clothing at very affordable prices. A paradise for budget shoppers.
Opening Hours
10:00 AM - 9:00 PM (Closed on Mondays)
Entry Fee
Free
Type
Shopping & Markets
Best Time to Visit
Weekday mornings for less crowd
How to Reach
Take metro to Delhi Haat - INA station and walk 10 minutes
Nearby Metro Station
AIIMS
Yellow Line - 1.0 km
Lodhi Garden
A beautiful 90-acre park with 15th-century Mughal-era tombs of the Sayyid and Lodhis dynasties, ancient trees, and walking paths.
Opening Hours
6:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Entry Fee
Free
Type
Parks & Gardens
Best Time to Visit
Early morning or evening, October to March
How to Reach
Take metro to Jor Bagh station and walk 5 minutes
Nearby Metro Station
Jor Bagh
Yellow Line - 0.9 km
Garden of Five Senses
A 20-acre park designed to stimulate the five senses through art, sculpture, plants, and landscape architecture.
Opening Hours
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Entry Fee
₹35 for adults
Type
Parks & Gardens
Best Time to Visit
February-March during Garden Tourism Festival
How to Reach
Take metro to Saket station and walk 12 minutes or take auto
Nearby Metro Station
Qutab Minar
Yellow Line - 0.9 km
Sunder Nursery
A beautifully restored 90-acre heritage park with Mughal-era monuments, landscaped gardens, and diverse plant species.
Opening Hours
7:00 AM - 6:00 PM (Closed on Mondays)
Entry Fee
₹30 for adults
Type
Parks & Gardens
Best Time to Visit
Morning hours, October to March
How to Reach
Take metro to JLN Stadium station and walk 15 minutes
Nearby Metro Station
Sarai Kale Khan
RRTS Namo Bharat - 0.5 km
Mughal Gardens (Amrit Udyan)
The gardens of the Rashtrapati Bhavan, open to public during spring. Features spectacular rose beds, butterfly gardens, and Mughal-style water channels.
Opening Hours
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM (February-March only)
Entry Fee
Free (online booking required)
Type
Parks & Gardens
Best Time to Visit
February to March during open season
How to Reach
Take metro to Central Secretariat station and walk 20 minutes west
Nearby Metro Station
Udyog Bhawan
Yellow Line - 1.1 km
Deer Park
A beautiful park adjacent to Hauz Khas complex, home to deer, rabbits, peacocks, and a variety of bird species.
Opening Hours
5:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Entry Fee
Free
Type
Parks & Gardens
Best Time to Visit
Early morning for wildlife sighting
How to Reach
Take metro to Hauz Khas station and walk 10 minutes
Nearby Metro Station
Hauz Khas
Yellow Line - 0.8 km
Rashtrapati Bhavan
The official residence of the President of India, an architectural masterpiece designed by Edwin Lutyens with 340 rooms.
Opening Hours
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM (Fridays to Sundays, booking required)
Entry Fee
Free (online booking required)
Type
Government
Best Time to Visit
Winter months, during Mughal Gardens opening
How to Reach
Take metro to Central Secretariat station and walk 18 minutes west along Rajpath
Nearby Metro Station
Udyog Bhawan
Yellow Line - 1.1 km
Parliament House
The seat of Indian democracy, a circular building designed by Herbert Baker, housing the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha.
Opening Hours
External viewing only
Entry Fee
Free (external viewing)
Type
Government
Best Time to Visit
Morning hours
How to Reach
Take metro to Patel Chowk station and walk 10 minutes
Nearby Metro Station
Central Secretariat
Yellow Line - 0.4 km
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