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Delhi Delights 🌆

Saif Khan

11 Mar 2024

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Embark on a thrilling journey through the vibrant streets of Delhi! Immerse yourself in the rich history and culture of the city as you explore ancient marvels, indulge in mouthwatering street food, and discover hidden gems. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure in the heart of India!

Trip to Delhi

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Artistic Wonders and Serene Gardens

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$3

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$ 2

Lodhi Art District

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

13 - 20 min

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Directions

Lodhi Garden

A British-era public park featuring ancient tombs, rose & herb gardens, bonsai trees and a lake.

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

4 - 5 min

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Directions

Gandhi Smriti Museum

Stately museum & memorial honoring Mahatma Gandhi in his former home where he died.

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

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Free

7 - 9 min

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National Museum, New Delhi

Museum displaying everything from pre-historic items right up to modern works of Indian art.

1:30 PM - 3:30 PM

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$3

Day 2Gandhi's Legacy and Illusions Galore

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$0

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$ 2

National Gandhi Museum and Library

Research center displaying relics, books & art relating to Indian political activist Mahatma Gandhi.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

11 - 14 min

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Haveli Mirza Ghalib

Hidden down a narrow street, this celebrated poet's home boasts exhibits detailing his life & work.

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

13 - 16 min

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Directions

Museum of Illusions

3D visual trickery, an infinity room & photo ops at a museum with an interactive playroom for kids.

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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Free

7 - 10 min

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Directions

Janpath Market

Clothing, home accessories & souvenirs draw both locals & foreigners to this bustling, urban market.

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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Free

15 - 22 min

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Directions

National Philatelic Museum

Museum showcasing an extensive array of Indian stamps, including historical collections.

3:30 PM - 4:30 PM

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Free

7 - 9 min

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Directions

Ugrasen ki Baoli

Step-well from the 10th century with ornate stone details, including soaring arched walls & alcoves.

No time set

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Free

Day 3Bustling Markets and Cultural Treasures

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$0

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$ 2

Chandni Chowk Market

Busy, historic bazaar with clothing, housewares & hardware shops, plus restaurants & snack stalls.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

13 - 16 min

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Directions

Gurudwara Sri Bangla Sahib

Sikh house of worship with a golden dome & a pool of water with purported healing properties.

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

5 - 6 min

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Directions

Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts

Expansive cultural facility showcasing visual & performing arts events, films, music & lectures.

12:00 PM - 2:00 PM

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Free

12 - 15 min

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National Crafts Museum & Hastkala Academy

This museum resembling a traditional village houses tools, folk art & textiles made by craftspeople.

2:30 PM - 4:00 PM

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Free

Day 4Historical Splendors and Wildlife Encounters

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$60

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$ 2

Red Fort

Landmark 17th-century Mughal fortress built in towering red sandstone, now a complex of museums.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$57

15 - 18 min

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Central Park

Centrally located city park with walkways, sitting areas & occasional music performances & exhibits.

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

13 - 16 min

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Directions

National Science Centre, Delhi

Science museum featuring exhibits & hands-on activities geared toward kids, plus a cafeteria.

12:00 PM - 2:00 PM

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$1

19 - 28 min

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National Zoological Park, Delhi

This zoo houses some 130 species, including white tigers, elephants & rhinos (closed on Fridays).

2:30 PM - 4:30 PM

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$1

Day 5Tranquil Gardens and Artistic Marvels

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$2

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$ 2

Sunder Nursery

Vast green space offering landscaped grounds, gardens, a nursery & a historic tomb.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

13 - 16 min

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Directions

National Gallery of Modern Art

Museum with thousands of modern paintings, sculptures & other work by Indian artists, plus tours.

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$1

12 - 17 min

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India Gate

Imposing triumphal arch commemorating the Indian soldiers killed in the First World War.

12:30 PM - 2:30 PM

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Free

9 - 11 min

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Shankar's International Dolls Museum

Modern museum established in 1965, showcasing collections of costumed dolls from many nations.

3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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Free

Day 6Thrilling Water Parks and Aquatic Adventures

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$0

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$ 1

Worlds of Wonder

This amusement park offering over 20 rides & a waterpark with long slides is a popular destination.

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

16 - 20 min

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Directions

Atlantic Water World

Sprawling water park offering huge tunnel slides, a wave pool, rides for small children & more.

11:30 AM - 2:30 PM

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Free

Day 7Nature's Retreat and Fun-filled Attractions

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$0

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$ 1

Nehru Park

Ample green space with walking/jogging paths, playground equipment & lawns for picnics & yoga.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

33 - 40 min

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Okhla Bird Sanctuary

Established in 1990, this 400-hectare wetland includes trails to view many migratory & native birds.

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

Day 8Frozen Wonderland and Artistic Gems

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$0

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$ 2

Snow World

Sci-fi-themed snow park in the DLF Mall of India featuring ice skating & sledding.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

31 - 38 min

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Kiran Nadar Museum of Art

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

27 - 33 min

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Nehru Memorial Museum & Library

Indian studies are the focus at this grand library, museum & former Prime Minister's residence.

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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Free

Day 9Aviation Marvels and Cultural Delights

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$2

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$ 2

Air Force Museum

Museum with open-air displays of planes & memorabilia tracing the history of the Indian Air Force.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

17 - 21 min

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Buddha Jayanti Park

Large, grassy park with a tranquil vibe featuring a golden statue of the Buddha on a manmade island.

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

8 - 10 min

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Nehru Planetarium, New Delhi

Planetarium at the former residence of India's first Prime Minister, with shows in Hindi & English.

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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$1

10 - 15 min

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Indira Gandhi Memorial Museum, Delhi

Large house-turned-museum of Indira Gandhi, assassinated former Indian prime minister.

1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

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Free

27 - 33 min

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Select Citywalk Mall

Vibrant, upscale retail center with eye-catching decor, brand-name stores, a food court & a cinema.

3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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Free

Day 10Railway Heritage and Artistic Bliss

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$2

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$ 3

National Rail Museum

Indian railway museum featuring historical exhibits & artefacts, including a 1855 steam locomotive.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$1

10 - 12 min

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Dilli Haat INA

Colorful market featuring goods from the country's different states, plus food. Tickets required.

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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Free

15 - 18 min

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Art Alive Gallery

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

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Free

16 - 20 min

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The Garden of Five Senses

Public park featuring flowering shrubs, a pool of water lilies & sculptures, plus cultural events.

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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Free

18 - 22 min

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Sanskriti Kendra, Aya Nagar, Delhi

Group of 3 museums dedicated to Indian household objects, tribal terracotta sculptures & textiles.

3:30 PM - 5:00 PM

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Free

Budget breakdown: $80 In total

Activities & Food:$66

Transport:$15