Guidebook for New Delhi
Sightseeing
Qutb Minar
A "tower of victory" 12th century, designated World Heritage Monument
The 16th c. architectural predecessor to the Taj Mahal, a World Heritage Monument.
124 locals recommend
Humayun's Tomb
The 16th c. architectural predecessor to the Taj Mahal, a World Heritage Monument.
Lodhi Gardens
Peaceful park with many 14th-15th c. Lodhi Dynasty tombs
Birla Mandir Temple (Lakshmi Narayan)
Mandir MargA large vibrant Hindu temple, open to people of all faiths.
The great Mughal era palace-fort. Where the Prime Minister addresses the nation.
85 locals recommend
Red Fort
Netaji Subhash MargThe great Mughal era palace-fort. Where the Prime Minister addresses the nation.
One of the world's few Baha'i temples. Constructed in the shape of a great white lotus flower.
156 locals recommend
Lotus Temple
Lotus Temple RoadOne of the world's few Baha'i temples. Constructed in the shape of a great white lotus flower.
The location of Mahatma Gandhi's final months and the place of his assassination. A fine interactive museum is established.
Birla House
7 Tees January MargThe location of Mahatma Gandhi's final months and the place of his assassination. A fine interactive museum is established.
The location of Mahatma Gandhi's cremation and a museum dedicated to his life and work.
8 locals recommend
Raj Ghat
The location of Mahatma Gandhi's cremation and a museum dedicated to his life and work.
The great Mughal era mosque of Delhi. Built by Shah Jahan in the 17th c.
35 locals recommend
Jama Masjid
Jama Masjid RoadThe great Mughal era mosque of Delhi. Built by Shah Jahan in the 17th c.
Shopping
Upscale shopping mall. Many local and international brands. Shops, restaurants, spas, movie theatres.
118 locals recommend
Select Citywalk
Upscale shopping mall. Many local and international brands. Shops, restaurants, spas, movie theatres.
Hauz Khas
Art galleries, cafes, restaurants, fashionable shops.
Khan Market
The favourite shopping area of well-heeled Delhi-ites.
A pleasant ambience for crafts, cafes, and leisurely shopping
30 locals recommend
Kidwai Nagar station
Sri Aurobindo MargA pleasant ambience for crafts, cafes, and leisurely shopping
Cheap, cheerful and always crowded. The place to look for clothing bargains.
11 locals recommend
Sarojini Nagar
Cheap, cheerful and always crowded. The place to look for clothing bargains.
Boho, upscale and trendy. Nice independent shops and restaurants. Soma, FabIndia, and others.
Old Meharchand Market
Boho, upscale and trendy. Nice independent shops and restaurants. Soma, FabIndia, and others.
Entertainment & Activities
The National zoo, with a great annual visitation of migrating birds. White tigers and other big cats. Animals are kept in large paddocks.
17 locals recommend
National Zoological Park
Mathura RoadThe National zoo, with a great annual visitation of migrating birds. White tigers and other big cats. Animals are kept in large paddocks.
Everything Else
Good for an intense experience of Old Delhi. Visit the spice market, silver market, wedding supplies market or arrange for a food heritage walk!
40 locals recommend
Chandni Chowk
Good for an intense experience of Old Delhi. Visit the spice market, silver market, wedding supplies market or arrange for a food heritage walk!
Essentials
J Block Market Saket New Delhi
Arts & Culture
A wonderful collection of textiles and decorative arts in a pleasant venue.
National Handicrafts and Handlooms Museum
Bhairon MargA wonderful collection of textiles and decorative arts in a pleasant venue.
National Museum station
Janpath RoadThe masterpieces of indian art are housed here.
Dedicated to the modern and contemporary arts of India.
11 locals recommend
National Gallery of Modern Art
Justice SB MargDedicated to the modern and contemporary arts of India.
Parks & Nature
Lodhi Garden
Lodhi RoadAsola Wild Life Sanctuary