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4-Day Family Itinerary for Exploring Delhi and Nearby Attractions Using Metro

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Day 1: Metro Delhi Heritage Tour

Delhi, India on July 5, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Wenger's Deli

Start from Connaught Place, have breakfast at Wenger's Deli which is a metro-accessible area via Rajiv Chowk station.
INR600, 1h0m

9:30am

Walk to India Gate & Rajpath

From Rajiv Chowk station, take the Yellow Line metro to Central Secretariat and walk approx 10 mins to India Gate.
Free, 1h30m

11:30am

National Museum

From India Gate, walk back to Central Secretariat station for National Museum nearby, open 10am-5pm.
INR20, 2h0m

1:30pm

Lunch at Saravana Bhavan

Take metro from Central Secretariat to Rajiv Chowk; Saravana Bhavan is close to Connaught Place metro exit.
INR400, 1h0m

3:00pm

Qutub Minar Visit

Take Yellow Line metro southbound to Qutub Minar station; entry fee INR40, open 7am to 5pm.
INR40, 1h30m

5:00pm

Relax at Lodhi Garden

From Qutub Minar station, take metro back north to Jor Bagh (Yellow Line) and enjoy an evening stroll at Lodhi Garden.
Free, 1h30m

7:00pm

Dinner at Karim's

Metro to Jama Masjid station (Violet Line), then a short walk to Karim’s, a family-friendly Mughlai dining experience.
INR800, 1h30m
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Day 2: Agra by Train

Agra, India on July 6, 2025

6:00am

Depart for Agra via Gatimaan Express

Take Yellow Line metro to Hazrat Nizamuddin station, board Gatimaan Express train (fastest) to Agra Cantt station; train departs @ 8:10am.
INR1300 per person, 1h50m

10:30am

Taxi to Taj Mahal

Upon arrival, hire a prepaid taxi from Agra Cantt to Taj Mahal, about 15-minute drive.
INR300, 0h15m

10:45am

Visit Taj Mahal

Explore the breathtaking Taj Mahal, open 6am to 6:30pm. A must-see UNESCO site.
INR1300, 2h0m

1:00pm

Agra Fort Visit

Short drive to Agra Fort, explore the grand Mughal palace complex, open 6am to 6pm.
INR650, 1h30m

2:45pm

Lunch at Pinch of Spice

Enjoy Mughlai and North Indian dishes at this popular restaurant near Agra Fort.
INR700, 1h0m

4:00pm

Visit Mehtab Bagh

Relax in Mehtab Bagh gardens for scenic Taj Mahal views during golden hour.
INR250, 1h0m

5:30pm

Return to Agra Cantt Station

Taxi back to Agra Cantt station to catch evening train to Delhi.
INR300, 0h15m

6:10pm

Train to Delhi

Gatimaan Express departs for Delhi, relax on this 1h50m journey reaching Hazrat Nizamuddin late evening.
Included, 1h50m

8:00pm

Dinner near hotel

Light dinner at a nearby hotel restaurant after arrival to rest and rejuvenate.
INR600, 1h0m
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Day 3: Mathura & Vrindavan by Car

Mathura & Vrindavan, India on July 7, 2025

7:00am

Depart by private car

Begin early with a comfortable private car trip to Mathura and Vrindavan; about 3 hours drive from Delhi.
INR3000 approx, 3h0m

10:00am

Shri Krishna Janmabhoomi Temple

Visit the sacred birthplace of Lord Krishna; a spiritually enriching experience for the family.
Free, 1h30m

11:45am

Sample local sweets

Enjoy Mathura’s famous peda and other sweets at a well-known shop nearby.
INR300, 0h45m

12:30pm

Drive to Vrindavan

Short trip to Vrindavan, famed for its Krishna temples and lively spiritual atmosphere.
Included, 1h0m

1:30pm

Lunch at Govinda’s Restaurant

Family-friendly pure vegetarian dining option, serving flavorful North Indian dishes.
INR400, 1h0m

2:30pm

Banke Bihari Temple visit

Explore this iconic and vibrantly decorated Krishna temple, a hub for devotees and visitors.
Free, 1h0m

3:45pm

Visit ISKCON Temple

Peaceful and beautifully maintained spiritual center with cultural programs and rituals open to all.
Free, 1h15m

5:00pm

Return to Delhi

Relax on the drive back to Delhi preparing for a delightful dinner.
Included, 3h0m

8:30pm

Dinner at Indian Accent

Enjoy a modern Indian fine dining experience offering innovative dishes suitable for family evenings.
INR2500, 1h30m
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Day 4: Delhi Arts & Shopping by Metro

Delhi, India on July 8, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Café Turtle

Access Café Turtle from Khirki or Hauz Khas metro station on Yellow or Magenta line for a relaxed start.
INR600, 1h0m

9:30am

Humayun's Tomb

Reach Humayun’s Tomb via Yellow Line to JLN Stadium station, then a short auto ride; open sunrise to sunset.
INR40, 1h30m

11:15am

Khan Market Shopping

From Humayun’s Tomb, take metro from JLN Stadium to Khan Market on Violet Line for shopping and cafes.
Free, 2h0m

1:30pm

Lunch at Big Chill Café

Enjoy family-friendly Italian and continental dishes at Big Chill near Khan Market metro exit.
INR700, 1h0m

3:00pm

Dilli Haat Visit

Take Violet Line metro to INA station; Dilli Haat is a short walk where you’ll explore crafts and foods from India.
INR30, 2h0m

6:00pm

Kingdom of Dreams Show

From Dilli Haat, take metro and taxi to Sector 29, Gurugram for an evening Bollywood-style live show.
INR1500, 3h0m

9:30pm

Dinner at Kingdom of Dreams

Choose from themed restaurants inside Kingdom of Dreams offering varied Indian cuisine for dinner.
INR1000, 1h0m
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