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Seven Days Family-Friendly Itinerary for Delhi in October 2023

  1. Day 1: Red Fort
    20 minutes (7.5 km) from Indira Gandhi International Airport

    In the morning, explore the history of India’s Mughal Empire at the Red Fort. Afterwards, visit the nearby Chandni Chowk market for lunch and shopping. In the evening, attend the sound and light show at the Red Fort.

  2. Day 2: Humayun's Tomb
    30 minutes (11 km) from Red Fort

    In the morning, visit Humayun’s Tomb, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. After lunch, explore the National Museum. In the evening, enjoy a stroll at Lodhi Garden.

  3. Day 3: Qutub Minar
    30 minutes (16.3 km) from Humayun's Tomb

    In the morning, visit Qutub Minar, the tallest brick minaret in the world. After lunch, explore the Lotus Temple, a Bahá’í House of Worship. In the evening, enjoy the street food at Hauz Khas Village.

  4. Day 4: Akshardham
    30 minutes (14.5 km) from Qutub Minar

    In the morning, visit Akshardham, a Hindu temple complex. After lunch, explore the nearby Raj Ghat, a memorial to Mahatma Gandhi. In the evening, attend the musical fountain show at Akshardham.

  5. Day 5: National Zoological Park
    25 minutes (9.2 km) from Akshardham

    In the morning, visit the National Zoological Park, home to over 1,000 native and exotic species. After lunch, explore the nearby India Gate, a war memorial. In the evening, enjoy a boat ride at Purana Qila.

  6. Day 6: Swaminarayan Akshardham
    30 minutes (10.4 km) from National Zoological Park

    In the morning, visit Swaminarayan Akshardham, a Hindu temple complex. After lunch, explore the nearby Crafts Museum. In the evening, attend the sound and light show at Swaminarayan Akshardham.

  7. Day 7: Indira Gandhi Memorial Museum
    30 minutes (12.6 km) from Swaminarayan Akshardham

    In the morning, visit the Indira Gandhi Memorial Museum, dedicated to the former Prime Minister of India. After lunch, explore the nearby Nehru Planetarium. In the evening, enjoy a street food tour of Old Delhi.

Recommendations

Other local attractions to consider include the Jama Masjid, the largest mosque in India, and the Dilli Haat market for handicrafts and street food. For side trips, consider visiting Agra to see the Taj Mahal or Jaipur for its historic forts and palaces. To maximize fun, try a cooking class to learn about Indian cuisine or take a Bollywood dance class.

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