Though Delhi is the capital city of India, still not everyone is aware of the places it offers. Exploring Delhi properly isn’t an easy task. It asks for enough time and energy. While starting any of your India tours, Delhi would definitely be involved in it. That’s why it is essential to know the things our capital city proposes to whoever visits it. Here, we’re presenting to you some tourist places in Delhi, from which you can choose what you want to visit:
1. Red Fort
If you’re an architecture lover and appreciate the Mughal era, then Red Fort is the spot you should never miss. It’s been built-in 1638. Being made up of red sandstone, this place never stops to amaze. Here, you shouldn’t miss the Chhata Bazaar and light-sound show in the evening. Due to its unmatchable architecture, this place’s been declared as a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Entry fee: For children, it’s free of cost. For Indians: Rs.10; For Foreigners: Rs.250
Timing: Remains open: 9AM – 6 PM. ( Mondays Closed. )
Don’t miss out on: Sis Ganj Gurudwara, Digambar Jain Mandir, and Paranthe Wali Gali situated nearby.
2. India Gate
As soon as, you think of Delhi tour, India Gate is the monument that hits the list in your mind. Different people opt for differently designed India Tours, but a Delhi-trip always includes in the same. The monument is a memorial, i.e., made up in 1931 for World War I’s martyrs. Here, you shouldn’t miss to see the evening lights, Republic Day parade.
Entry fee: Free for all.
Timing: Remains Open Always
Don’t miss out on: National Gallery of Modern Art situated nearby.
3. Lotus Temple
Lotus Temple is also named as Bahai Temple. The specialty regarding the same is that the associated lotus represents four religions. These religions are Jainism, Islam, Hinduism, and Buddhism. The message this temple pass is related to unity. It symbolizes that all religions and people should remain united no matter what. The temple contains nine doors, and approx. 2500 visitors can be there all together.
Entry fee: Free for all
Timing: Stays open from Tuesday to Sunday (Monday closed). In Winters: 9:30AM – 5PM; In Summers: 9:30AM – 7PM
Don’t miss out on: ISKCON Temple & Kalkaji Temple situated nearby.
4. Akshardham Temple
Ask any of the India Tour Operator regarding places to witness in Delhi, you’ll definitely be suggested, Akshardham Temple. The temple is dedicated to Swaminarayan. It was made up by a spiritual organization BAPS. Amazing stonework has been done on the temple. You’ll be mesmerized to see the construction contributed by white marble & pink stone. Don’t miss to explore Sanskruti Darshan, Abhishekh Mandap, Neelkanth Darshan, and Sahajanand Darshan.
Entry fee: Free for all. To enter exhibitions inside the temple, a separate fee is associated.
Timing: 9.30 AM – 6.30 PM ( Mondays closed. )
5. Qutub Minar
This exclusive minaret, i.e., 73 meters tall would mesmerize you with its particularity. While having a Delhi tour, you cannot miss this spot. Among all the other tourist places in Delhi, this place is totally different. It’s been constructed by Qutub-ud-din Aibak. The associated five stories present adorable carvings, as well as scriptures. Being a significant part of Qutub Complex, It’s been announced as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. If you remain interested in architecture, then this Iranian structure would definitely amaze you. The red-stone locates bloom to its architecture.
Entry fee: For children (below 15), it’s free of cost. For Indians: Rs.15; For Foreigners: Rs.250
Timing: All day Sunrise to sunset; ( Mondays closed )
Don’t miss out on: Chhatarpur Temple situated nearby.
6. Jantar Mantar
Being an astronomical observatory, Jantar Mantar is recommended by every India Tour Operator. It’s built by Maharaja Jai Singh in 1724. The astronomical instruments Jantar Mantar showcases cannot be seen at any of the tourist places in Delhi. Though the instruments cannot work accurately nowadays because of tall buildings all around. But if you admire Indian astronomy’s science, this place would prove to be heavenly for you. While visiting, pay attention to some of the observatory’s principal instruments. These are Jai Prakash, Samrat Yantra, the Misra Yantra, and the Ram Yantra.
Entry fee: Rs.5 for all.
Timing: All Day From sunrise to sunset
Don’t miss out on: Central Park (Connaught Place)
7. Rashtrapati Bhawan
It is located just opposite to Rajpath. What’s the residence of India’s President is Rashtrapati Bhawan. Your Delhi tour must include a visit to this spot. Most of the portions of this architectural beauty are restricted to the visitors. The grand presidential garden, which is actually a Mughal Garden locates bloom to the whole structure. The site includes 2,00,000 sq. ft. floor area along with 340 rooms. The dome located in the middle showcases British & Indian architecture incredibly. The design of the same is inspired by Edwardian Baroque’s design.
Timing: Click here for timing.
One has to pre-book through the official website for a visit inside.
Don’t miss out on: Get an experience of National Secretariat & Defense Headquarters, as well as Parliament House while strolling through the nearby road.
8. Jama Masjid
If you’re traveling to Delhi, every India Tour Operator would suggest Jama Masjid to you. It is India’s largest Indian mosque. The mosque can hold around 25,000 people simultaneously. It’s the first architectural spot made by Shah Jahan. The Masjid comprises a southern tower, along with four separate towers. One should dress properly and elegantly for entering the mosque.
Entry fee: Free for all. Separate charges for videography, i.e., Rs.300.
Timing: Stays open daily from 7 AM to 12 PM. Then 1:30 PM to 6:30 PM. As per the direction of the moon, it remains closed during hours dedicated to prayers.
9. Gurudwara Bangla sahib
With the gurgling Sarovar inside its complex, Gurudwara Bangla Sahib was first built as a small temple by Sikh General, Sardar Bhagel Singh in 1783. The complex also houses a higher secondary school, Baba Baghel Singh Museum, a library, and a hospital.
Entry Fee: Free for all.
Timing: Opens every day.
Don’t miss out on: Birla Mandir, St. Cathedral Church, and Rakab Ganj Gurudwara situated nearby.
10. Chhatarpur Mandir
This temple is second biggest temple in Delhi after Akshardham Temple. It’s spread in the 60-acres’ area. Sant Shree Nagpal being its founder contributes a lot to the temple’s aura. The Mandir is devoted to Devi Katyayani. It comprises several small and large temples involving significant statues belonging to various deities. It is located on both the sides of the Chhattarpur road. That’s the reason why it presents South & North Indian architecture styles.
Timing: Remains open Every day (6AM to 10 PM)
11. Humayun’s Tomb
It was built in the year 1570. Humayun built this his wife, Haji Begum. The tomb has come under one of UNESCO’s world heritage sites. The amazing fact regarding this architectural beauty is that Taj Mahal is inspired by its design. The tomb secures Humayun’s Tomb, along with other considerable Mughal members. The other graves are of Dara Shikoh, Bega Begum, and Hamida Begum, etc. The white marbles & red sandstone make it look even more alluring.
Entry fee: For Indians & SAARC visitors- Rs.10; For others- Rs.250.
Timing: Remains open: Every day (till sunset).
Don’t miss out on: Nizam-ud-din Auliya Dargah situated nearby.
12. National Zoological Park
The National Zoological Park, i.e., Delhi Zoo is spread in around 176 acres. It is located near to New Delhi’s Old Fort. The zoo comprises approx. 1350 animals, and 130 species of various birds & animals. Animals such as, leopard, chimpanzees, giraffe, hyenas, zebras, hippopotamus, and African Wild Buffalo, etc. The zoo also has an underground house for reptiles. The reptiles there are Marsh Crocodiles, Indian Cobras, Gharials, Indian Sand Boa, and Indian Star Tortoise, etc. The National Zoological Park also comprises various birds throughout the world.
Entry Fee:
For Indians: Children above five years- Rs.20; Adults- Rs.40
For Foreigners: Children above five years- Rs.100; Adults- Rs.200
Timing: Remains open: Remains closed on National Holidays & Fridays.
April 1 to October 15: 9 AM – 4:30PM
October 16 to March 31: 9 AM – 4 PM ( Closed on Fridays and national holidays.)
