7-day City Experiences in Delhi

  1. Day 1: Red Fort
    30 minutes (6.3 km) from Indira Gandhi International Airport

    Visit the 17th-century fort known for its Mughal architecture and light-show in the evening.

  2. Day 2: Jama Masjid
    35 minutes (7.3 km) from Red Fort

    One of India's largest mosques with amazing city views from its minaret.

  3. Day 3: Humayun's Tomb
    25 minutes (8.2 km) from Jama Masjid

    A UNESCO World Heritage site with intricate Mughal-era architecture and beautiful gardens.

  4. Day 4: Lotus Temple and Qutub Minar
    30 minutes (9.4 km) from Humayun's Tomb

    The Lotus Temple is a Bahá'í House of Worship with a unique flower-like shape. Qutub Minar is an iconic tower and UNESCO World Heritage Site.

  5. Day 5: India Gate and Rashtrapati Bhavan
    25 minutes (7.6 km) from Lotus Temple

    India Gate is a war memorial and popular picnic destination. Rashtrapati Bhavan is the official residence of the President of India with beautiful Mughal Gardens.

  6. Day 6: National Museum and Nehru Planetarium
    20 minutes (6.9 km) from Rashtrapati Bhavan

    The National Museum showcases India's history, art, and culture. Nehru Planetarium is an interactive space science center.

  7. Day 7: Chandni Chowk and spice market
    20 minutes (5.3 km) from Nehru Planetarium

    Experience the hustle and bustle of Old Delhi with its narrow alleys, food stalls, and spice market.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Red Fort (2 hours, INR 500)
  • Jama Masjid (1 hour, INR 300)
  • Humayun's Tomb (2 hours, INR 600)
  • Lotus Temple (1 hour, free), Qutub Minar (1 hour, INR 500)
  • India Gate (1 hour, free), Rashtrapati Bhavan (1 hour, free)
  • National Museum (2 hours, INR 500), Nehru Planetarium (2 hours, INR 1000)
  • Chandni Chowk (2 hours, free), spice market (1 hour, free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: INR 3400

Useful tips

If you have more time, consider visiting Akshardham temple, the Delhi Zoo, or taking a day trip to Agra to see the Taj Mahal. If you have less time, skip the National Museum and Nehru Planetarium and spend more time exploring Chandni Chowk.

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